Hybrid Paralegal for Civil Justice & Advocacy

Texas Access to Justice Foundation; Denton (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas in Denton, TX seeks a paralegal for a full-time, hybrid role supporting attorneys across multiple civil practice areas. The role emphasizes client intake, case management, and drafting legal documents under attorney supervision.

Candidates should have an associate degree and paralegal certification if possible, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work empathetically with clients in crisis. Travel to courts and community sites is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and paralegal certification preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; professional interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to travel occasionally and maintain reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Provide paraprofessional legal assistance to eligible clients in civil matters under attorney supervision.
• Manage caseload as designated, from intake through resolution.
• Conduct client intake, screening, referrals, and maintain electronic case files.
• Draft pleadings, orders, and other documents; coordinate hearings and filings.
• Support attorneys in client representation and community-based work; engage in outreach and education.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Caseload management

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Associate degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas in Denton, TX seeks a paralegal for a full-time, hybrid role supporting attorneys across multiple civil practice areas. The role emphasizes client intake, case management, and drafting legal documents under attorney supervision.

Candidates should have an associate degree and paralegal certification if possible, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work empathetically with clients in crisis. Travel to courts and community sites is required.