Hybrid Paralegal - Public Interest Law (Odessa)

Texas Access to Justice Foundation; Odessa (TX); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (LANWT) in Odessa, TX invites applications for a Paralegal (Full-Time). The role involves supporting attorneys, managing caseloads, and handling intake, documentation, and outreach across multiple civil practice areas.

A hybrid work arrangement is available, with occasional travel to courts and community locations. The ideal candidate holds an Associate's degree and a paralegal certification with strong organizational and communication skills, plus Spanish fluency

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and paralegal certification, preferred.
• Spanish fluency (verbal and written), preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide paraprofessional legal assistance in civil matters under attorney supervision.
• Manage caseloads as designated, from intake through resolution.
• Conduct client intake, screening, referrals, and maintain electronic case files.
• Draft pleadings, orders, and other legal documents; file and coordinate hearings.
• Assist attorneys with outreach, legal education, and client referrals.
• Maintain organized case records and track status and reporting.
• Develop knowledge in LANWT practice areas and stay current on laws.
• Travel to courts and community locations to support casework.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Emotional resilience

Independence

Caseload management

LSC regulations

Professionalism

Travel willingness

Education

Associate's degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (LANWT) in Odessa, TX invites applications for a Paralegal (Full-Time). The role involves supporting attorneys, managing caseloads, and handling intake, documentation, and outreach across multiple civil practice areas.

A hybrid work arrangement is available, with occasional travel to courts and community locations. The ideal candidate holds an Associate's degree and a paralegal certification with strong organizational and communication skills, plus Spanish fluency