Access To Justice Paralegal Fellow

Legal Aid Society of Hawaii; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

401K plan with employer matching

Life Insurance

Long-term care and long-term disable.”

Employee assistance plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is offering Access to Justice Paralegal Fellows on O’ahu with a starting hourly wage of $21.17. Fellows work under supervising attorneys and paralegals to help low-income clients navigate civil court processes.

The program combines hands-on legal experience, client interaction, and outreach activities, with benefits designed to support work-life balance. Training is provided; roles may be hybrid or in-office depending on scheduling.

Qualifications

• Good people skills and an interest in helping others.
• Experience with disadvantaged individuals and/or legal experience is helpful but not required.
• Training is provided for fellows.

Responsibilities

• Self-Help Center/Access to Justice Rooms: assist unrepresented individuals navigating the civil justice system.
• Direct Client Services with Family Law unit: provide brief legal assistance under supervision and may represent in administrative hearings.
• Outreach and Education: participate in outreach and help develop self-help tools.

Skills

People skills

Helping others

Computer skills

Interest in law

Teamwork

Disadvantaged support (experience)

Job description

Access to Justice Paralegal Fellows

• Are you a recent graduate considering a career in law or a professional considering a career change?
• Looking for meaningful opportunities to build your resume or law school application?
• Are you a seasoned professional hoping to explore a new career?
• Are you committed to making a difference by serving your community and those in need?

Legal Aid’s Access to Justice Paralegal Fellows positions may be the right opportunity for you. Fellowships begin August 2026, or as soon thereafter as possible. The duration of the fellowships is intended to be for one year with the possible extension for a second year

Full-Time positions are available on O’ahu.

The Mission and Duties:

The Access to Justice Paralegal Fellows program is a key component of the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii’s efforts to provide legal services to Hawaii’s low-income and disadvantaged individuals and families. Fellows are non-attorney advocates working alongside and under the guidance of Legal Aid attorneys and paralegals.

• Self-Help Center/Access to Justice Rooms: Fellows assist unrepresented individuals navigating the civil justice system at courthouse-based self-help centers and in Legal Aid offices across the state. Fellows work alongside private attorney volunteers at self-help centers, support center intake, provide procedural guidance on common legal issues, and gain hands‑on experience in legal services delivery and volunteer coordination.
• Direct Client Services with our Family Law unit: Fellows, provide brief legal assistance to clients in legal aid offices under the supervision of Legal Aid attorneys, and may even represent clients in administrative hearings.
• Outreach and Education: Fellows participate in outreach and education and assist in the development of self-help tools.

Through Service Fellows Build & Gain:

• Professional nonprofit experience.
• Hands‑on legal education and experience.
• Passion and growth while serving our community.
• Pride in being part of a renowned National Service program.
• Service alongside passionate and committed team members.
• Strengthened core values to take on your educational/professional journey.

We are looking for individuals who have good people skills, an interest in helping others, good computer skills, an interest in law, and who excel working as part of a team. Experience working with disadvantaged individuals and/or legal experience is helpful but not required. Training is provided. These positions are uniquely suited for individuals exploring a career in law and who are committed to service. While the benefits are modest, the experience is tremendous.

The Benefits:

Hourly wage of $21.17 for Fellowship year one. Our generous benefits package is designed to speak to employees’ needs and to support and enhance your lifestyle with an emphasis on quality of life and work‑life balance. Full‑time work‑week hours are 37.50 hours per week and part‑time hours are 20 hours per week. Two medical insurance providers offering 4 different plans to select from, free single coverage and employer contribution to premium share for dependents.

• Dental insurance.
• 401K plan with employer matching.
• Life Insurance (full-time only)
• Free long‑term care and long‑term disability insurance (full‑time only) .
• Free employee assistance plan - up to 6 sessions per year also available for household members.
• Paid time off includes 21 days of vacation (pro‑rated for part‑time), 12 sick days (prorated for part time, one personal day and 14 paid holidays annually (15 during Election Year).

The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hybrid work schedule may be available; remote and in-office work based on a weekly rotation schedule, subject to program and office needs. Hybrid working conditions are subject to change.

This job posting does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The position requirements, duties, and offered benefits are subject to change. The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More information about Legal Aid can be found at www.legalaidhawaii.org