Paralegal

MICOP; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

MICOP (Mixteco/Indígena Community Organizing Project) in Oxnard, CA, seeks a Paralegal to support attorneys with document preparation, client interviews, and case file management in a fast-paced multilingual environment.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in paralegal studies (Bachelor’s preferred) and has strong research, writing, and confidentiality skills. Grant-funded position through June 30, 2028 with multiple Central Coast locations.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss cases.
• Drafts legal documents including pleadings, affidavits, and interrogatories.
• Researches statutes, regulations, and case law; provides analyses to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of statements.
• Prepares, organizes, and retrieves case files and exhibits.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in paralegal studies

Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Paralegal

Oxnard, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1023

Salary Range: $24.00 To $28.00 Annually

JOB TITLE: Paralegal

DEPARTMENT: Social Services PROGRAM: MILA

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

LOCATION : Oxnard, Santa Maria, Paso Robles

STATUS : Non-exempt

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week, grant funded until June 30, 2028

ABOUT MIXTECO INDIGENA COMMUNITY ORGANIZING PROJECT

Founded in 2001, Mixteco/Indígena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) supports, organizes and empowers the indigenous migrant communities of California’s Central Coast through improved access to health and community resources, community organizing, language interpretation, education, direct assistance, cultural promotion, and our indigenous-led Radio Indígena community radio station. MICOP offers a fast-paced, multilingual and multicultural work environment dedicated to carrying out our mission.

Summary

This position is responsible for assisting attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Associate degree in paralegal studies or related field; Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
• Some related experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software