Bilingual Paralegal – Eviction Diversion Program

Community Legal Aid SoCal; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid holidays

Paid time off

TWDS/Hybrid options may be available

Job summary

Community Legal Aid SoCal is seeking a paralegal to support the Spanish Eviction Diversion Pilot Program in Compton, assisting attorney mediators and the Supervising Attorney. The role emphasizes outreach, eligibility screenings, scheduling, data entry, and rental arrears coordination in a court-based setting.

The ideal candidate holds a paralegal credential or degree (or a BA with 1 year of law-related experience), is fluent in Spanish, and has familiarity with landlord/tenant matters.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or degree, or a Bachelor's with 1 year of law-related experience.
• Bilingual Spanish language proficiency – Required.
• Knowledge of landlord/tenant law – Preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in outreach to inform the community about EDPP services.
• Conduct eligibility screenings in-person and virtual/telephonic.
• Schedule litigants for appointments.
• Enter data into the Forward EDPP platform accurately and timely.
• Assist attorneys with providing ADR services.
• Provide follow-up to litigants and gather documents for rental arrears applications.
• Communicate with EDPP litigants.
• Help litigants apply for services, including rental arrears assistance when eligible.
• Perform clerical duties and maintain calendars and deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide interpretation/translation when qualified.
• Work with community groups and provide outreach and education materials.
• Support a multicultural approach and CLA SoCal values.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

multitask

communication skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Mediation/ADR experience

Empathy

Education

Paralegal certificate

Paralegal degree

Bachelor’s degree + 1 year law-related experience

Job description

Community Legal Aid SoCal is seeking a paralegal to support the Spanish Eviction Diversion Pilot Program in Compton, assisting attorney mediators and the Supervising Attorney. The role emphasizes outreach, eligibility screenings, scheduling, data entry, and rental arrears coordination in a court-based setting.

The ideal candidate holds a paralegal credential or degree (or a BA with 1 year of law-related experience), is fluent in Spanish, and has familiarity with landlord/tenant matters.