Legal Intake & Records Specialist

Lone Star Legal Aid; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star Legal Aid in Houston seeks a detail‑oriented paralegal to support attorneys with case preparation, document filing, and client outreach. You will screen applicants, research, and handle biographic data, while ensuring privacy and professional standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling client appointments, collecting and serving documents, and performing clerical tasks to keep files moving through opening and closing stages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years law office related experience or 1 year college (preferred).
• Fluency in English grammar, spelling, and basic mathematics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients for eligibility and gather necessary information.
• Research laws and prior case history.
• Prepare, file, and serve documents with courts and agencies.
• Schedule client appointments and coordinate with attorneys.
• Assist with biographic data collection and photocopying.
• Maintain client privacy and professional standards.
• Enter data accurately and manage case files.

Skills

File processing

Oral communication

Interviewing

Assessment

Problem solving

Data entry

English grammar

Spelling

Mathematics

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years law office related experience

1 year college (preferred)

Job description

Lone Star Legal Aid in Houston seeks a detail‑oriented paralegal to support attorneys with case preparation, document filing, and client outreach. You will screen applicants, research, and handle biographic data, while ensuring privacy and professional standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling client appointments, collecting and serving documents, and performing clerical tasks to keep files moving through opening and closing stages.