Affirmative Litigation Paralegal - CCLS (Fresno)

SAN JOAQUIN COLLEGE OF LAW; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SAN JOAQUIN COLLEGE OF LAW in Fresno is looking for an Affirmative Litigation Paralegal to support civil litigation and advocacy efforts. The successful candidate will assist in drafting legal documents, conduct client interviews, and manage housing cases. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with experience in legal support roles. The position also requires the ability to work effectively in a team and with diverse groups, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is a must.

Qualifications

• Experience providing civil litigation support in a law firm or legal department.
• Genuine interest in the needs and rights of low-income individuals.
• Ability to conduct client interviews and legal research.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting pleadings and managing housing cases.
• Interview and provide services to clients.
• Participate in case review meetings.

Skills

Civil litigation support

Client interviewing

Legal research

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Access

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Affirmative Litigation Paralegal - CCLS (Fresno)

The Affiantive Litigation paralegal will provide civil litigation and advocacy support to the program, as directed by their supervisor. This will include, but not be limited to interview clients, assess and investigate facts in a variety of cases, as well drafting various pleadings and legal documents. Though the primary focus will be civil litigation support the paralegal may also be asked to assist in arranging for, and managing, the training and education of the CCLS advocacy staff in their duties and responsibilities.

Duties

• Assist with drafting pleadings, discovery, document management, and general case management in housing cases;
• Interview, assist, and otherwise provide high quality services to clients consistent with CCLS program priorities;
• Participate in weekly CCLS case review meetings;
• Interface with other CCLS and California advocates on issues of mutual interest;
• Participate with client groups and community-based service providers;
• Carry out CCLS policies and procedures;
• Attend training and keep abreast of changes in the law;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience providing civil litigation support to attorneys in a law firm, legal department, or equivalent setting;
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in the needs and legal rights of low-income people and elderly or disabled persons;
• Ability to follow case review policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of court proceedings;
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, law involving housing rights and tenant defense;
• Ability to conduct client interviews, investigations, legal research, analytical reasoning ability, case review and problem solving;
• Superior interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to work closely with others in a small unit setting: a commitment to teamwork is essential;
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of individuals and organizations including ability to provide leadership within a culturally diverse environment; must maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public;
• Competency/experience with PC systems and standard software (Microsoft Office, Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other relevant databases);
• Reliable transportation, a valid CA Drivers’ License with appropriate car insurance.