Hybrid Paralegal — Housing Justice & ERP Support

Legal Aid Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual stipend

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Legal Aid Chicago is hiring a full-time paralegal in the Housing Practice Group to support the Early Resolution Program. You will work directly with clients, perform court-based intake, and assist with client documents, correspondence, and filings.

The role involves collaboration with attorneys, staff, and external partners, and may require travel to court or outreach events in the Chicago area.

Qualifications

• This is a full-time paralegal role supporting the Housing Practice Group in ERP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to draft letters and basic pleadings and summarize client information.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operations of ERP client registration.

Skills

Client intake

Legal document drafting

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate degree preferred

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Legal Aid Chicago is hiring a full-time paralegal in the Housing Practice Group to support the Early Resolution Program. You will work directly with clients, perform court-based intake, and assist with client documents, correspondence, and filings.

The role involves collaboration with attorneys, staff, and external partners, and may require travel to court or outreach events in the Chicago area.