Paralegal Advocate — Social Security & Admin Hearings

Legal Aid of Western Missouri; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans with PPO or HSA options

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Legal Aid of Western Missouri seeks a full-time case handling paralegal in the Kansas City office to support Social Security and education matters in administrative proceedings.

Responsibilities include conducting in-depth client intake, representing clients at hearings, and assisting attorneys with research and document preparation while maintaining organized case files. The role requires a paralegal credential and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Paralegal studies degree, associate degree, or certificate program.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and research techniques.
• Familiarity with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills for clients with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews and gather facts for case evaluation.
• Represent clients at administrative hearings.
• Assist attorneys with research and document preparation.
• Maintain organized client files per records protocols.

Skills

Paralegal knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Interviewing

Legal research

Education

Paralegal studies degree/certificate

Job description

Legal Aid of Western Missouri seeks a full-time case handling paralegal in the Kansas City office to support Social Security and education matters in administrative proceedings.

Responsibilities include conducting in-depth client intake, representing clients at hearings, and assisting attorneys with research and document preparation while maintaining organized case files. The role requires a paralegal credential and strong communication skills.