Paralegal I - Access to Justice Program
Core
Support self-represented litigants in high-traffic legal clinics (Elder Abuse, Estate, Conservatorship) by guiding them through court procedures, preparing documents, and managing case intake. (via careerplan.io/jobs/45-001-5A-270-paralegal-i-access-to-justice-program-at-bet-tzedek-legal-services)
Role type
Paralegal I (Access to Justice)
Builds
Legal documents, petitions, and case management records for self-help clinics
Domain
Legal services / Access to Justice / Elder Law / Estate Law
Required skills
Document preparation, case intake management, court procedure guidance, volunteer coordination, public speaking, data entry, bilingual communication (English/Spanish), MS Office, legal database proficiency
Preferred skills
Law firm experience, state court e-filing knowledge, volunteer management, elder care interest
Technologies
MS Office, Lexis/Nexis, case management systems
Responsibilities
Conduct intake with self-represented litigants, prepare high-volume forms and petitions, coordinate clinic workshops, manage phone intake system, partner with pro bono department for volunteer recruitment, maintain case management compliance
Seniority
Entry-level / Junior