Hybrid Paralegal – Eviction Diversion Pilot

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) seeks a paralegal for the Van Nuys Eviction Diversion Pilot Program. The role supports attorney mediators, handles eligibility screenings, data entry in Forward, and rental arrears coordination in a court-based setting.

You’ll assist with outreach, maintain records in VN-EDPP and Legal Server, and provide translation support as needed. Hybrid schedule with on-site days required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in outreach efforts to let the community know about VN-EDPP services.
• Conduct VN-EDPP eligibility screenings in person and virtually or by telephone. Schedule litigants for appointments.
• Enter data into the VN-EDPP platform (Forward) accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist attorneys with all aspects of providing alternative dispute resolution services.
• Provide follow-up assistance to litigants, including helping them gather the documentation necessary for a successful rental arrears’ application.
• Other duties as necessary for successful program implantation and operation.
• Maintain detailed and accurate notes in VN-EDPP platform (Forward) and accurate timekeeping in NLSLA’s case management system (Legal Server).
• Effectively and efficiently communicate with VN-EDPP Litigants.
• Assist litigants to apply for services and if successful, rental arrears.
• Perform various clerical duties such as record-keeping, document copying, etc.
• Observe confidentiality and neutrality of VN-EDPP litigants.
• Maintain calendar and deadline reminder systems as needed.
• When qualified, provide interpretation and translation services to support attorneys and litigants.
• Work with community groups, conduct outreach, and provide community education presentations and materials.
• Work with a multi-cultural perspective of inclusion and diversity.
• Follow all organizational and grant compliance policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are reasonably related to the position and generally consistent with the level and classification of the position’s core responsibilities.

Job description

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) seeks a paralegal for the Van Nuys Eviction Diversion Pilot Program. The role supports attorney mediators, handles eligibility screenings, data entry in Forward, and rental arrears coordination in a court-based setting.

You’ll assist with outreach, maintain records in VN-EDPP and Legal Server, and provide translation support as needed. Hybrid schedule with on-site days required.