Bilingual Paralegal A - Client-Centered Legal Aid

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. (TRLA) in El Paso, TX, seeks a Paralegal A to support free civil legal services across multiple practice areas. This in-person position assists attorneys with intake, preparation, and client communication in a fast-paced environment.

Required bilingual English/Spanish fluency and a College degree or paralegal experience. The role involves travel, collaboration with a team, and addressing urgent deadlines for low-income clients throughout TRLA's service area.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Verbal, reading and writing skills sufficient to advocate for clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes with clients, including eligibility screenings and interviews, in person and via remote systems.
• Maintain regular communication with clients about case developments and deadlines.
• Coordinate with team members to facilitate client communication and administrative processes.
• Gather evidence, request records, and research applicable law for assigned cases.
• Interview clients and witnesses and draft declarations statements.
• With attorney supervision, prepare forms and legal documents (motions, filings, etc.).
• Gather and organize medical and mental health records.
• Interview clients, witnesses, and family to develop factual records.
• Assist attorneys in case strategy and hearing preparation.
• Schedule and organize attorney-client meetings.
• Present legal education and know-your-rights materials to clients.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

College degree or paralegal experience

Job description

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. (TRLA) in El Paso, TX, seeks a Paralegal A to support free civil legal services across multiple practice areas. This in-person position assists attorneys with intake, preparation, and client communication in a fast-paced environment.

Required bilingual English/Spanish fluency and a College degree or paralegal experience. The role involves travel, collaboration with a team, and addressing urgent deadlines for low-income clients throughout TRLA's service area.