Bilingual Legal Receptionist — Hybrid (Nonprofit)

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.; Tulare (CA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) is seeking a Receptionist to greet clients, answer phones, and support CRLA offices statewide. The role emphasizes accuracy in data entry, document handling, and confidentiality within a busy, community-focused legal environment.

The position requires strong organizational skills, 1–3 years of receptionist experience, and bilingual English/Spanish ability. Work is hybrid, supporting multiple offices and ensuring clients access essential legal

Qualifications

• At least one (1-3) year of legal receptionist experience or equivalent.
• Accurately type 40 w.p.m.
• Knowledge of computer software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Windows.
• Microsoft Office Suite, Table of Authorities, Internet & email skills.
• Ability to learn data entry and correctly enter information into CRLA’s case management system.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn and obtain proficiency in all office equipment functions such as copiers, fax, and scanners.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all CRLA staff, clients, and community organizations.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Greets clients and prospective clients with a positive, calm, and supportive demeanor.
• Answers phones and inquiries in person and over the phone; transfers calls to appropriate staff.
• Refer callers to community resources and perform secretarial duties with filing and calendars.
• Assist Legal Secretary with typing, reviewing, and ordering of documents.
• Composes outgoing correspondence and sends documents to clients or third parties.
• Files court documents and tracks local court rules and deadlines.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with legal requirements and deadlines.
• Operate a variety of office machines and support staff as needed.

Skills

Legal receptionist experience

Typing 40 wpm

MS Windows

MS Office Suite

Table of Authorities

Data entry into Case Management System

Office equipment operation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Case Management System

Copiers / Fax / Scanners

Job description

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) is seeking a Receptionist to greet clients, answer phones, and support CRLA offices statewide. The role emphasizes accuracy in data entry, document handling, and confidentiality within a busy, community-focused legal environment.

The position requires strong organizational skills, 1–3 years of receptionist experience, and bilingual English/Spanish ability. Work is hybrid, supporting multiple offices and ensuring clients access essential legal