Housing Justice Paralegal — Fight Evictions, Help Families

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County; Glendale (CA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Technology reimbursement

Job summary

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) seeks a paralegal to join the Stay Housed LA eviction defense team. You will assist tenants with eviction proceedings, work with housing attorneys, and support the county-wide right to counsel program.

The role reports to the Associate Supervising Attorney. It is a non-exempt, hybrid position with on-site days and remote work as needed. Travel across Los Angeles County may be required.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certification or equivalent legal experience.
• 1 year of law office experience with attorney supervision or a letter certifying the experience.
• High School diploma with 3 years’ legal experience and supervisor certification.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients, maintain calendar, draft legal documents and filings.
• Conduct legal research and assist with court filings.
• File CPRA requests and referrals to local agencies.
• Provide clients with resources and materials; maintain files and communications.
• Assist with housing termination hearings and outreach activities.

Skills

Paralegal Cert

BA/BS + 1y legal

HS diploma + 3y legal

Education

Paralegal Certificate

BA/BS with 1 year legal experience

High School diploma with 3 years' legal experience

Tools

Legal Server

MS Office

Job description

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) seeks a paralegal to join the Stay Housed LA eviction defense team. You will assist tenants with eviction proceedings, work with housing attorneys, and support the county-wide right to counsel program.

The role reports to the Associate Supervising Attorney. It is a non-exempt, hybrid position with on-site days and remote work as needed. Travel across Los Angeles County may be required.