The Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law is seeking a Paralegal interested in working at a nonprofit social justice organization. Reporting directly to the Director of Legal Services, the Paralegal will provide administrative support to the Buhai Center’s direct client services.
Key Features of this Job:
• Administrative support of direct client services, including retainer agreement processing, document tracking, preparation of exhibits, and document summaries;
• Legal support of direct client services, including e-filing, pleading drafting, and client interviewing.
Essential Job Qualifications:
• One of the following:
o Paralegal Certificate;
o B.A. or B.S. degree with 1 year experience working in a law office or other legal setting under the direct supervision of a licensed attorney, with a letter certifying the experience upon request.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting;
• Strong communication (oral/written) and organizational skills;
• Patience and sensitivity to people in crisis and commitment to public interest work;
• Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word, business communication platforms, and web-based case management and pleading preparation platforms.
Strongly Preferred:
• Bilingual (oral and written) Spanish;
• Experience in E-filing in Los Angeles Superior Court.
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full-time, non-exempt, 37.5 hours/week
Salary and Benefits: $50,000 to $60,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; voluntary employee retirement plan; paid vacation and holiday leave; reimbursed travel and educational expenses.
Location: Hybrid; Office in Los Angeles/Koreatown
Interested persons should email a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]. Please write “Paralegal” in the subject line.
Please, no phone inquiries. Position open until filled.
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