Paralegal – Detention & Removal Defense (Hybrid)

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; Edison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) monthly employer contribution

Paid time off

In-house trainings with CLE credit

Hybrid work option after 90 days

Job summary

Legal Services of New Jersey, based in Edison, seeks entry-level and experienced paralegals to support intake and litigation in its Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative, providing essential legal representation to low-income immigrants.

LSNJ emphasizes a collaborative workplace with in-house trainings that offer CLE credit for licensed staff. A comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work option after a 90-day assessment period are available.

Responsibilities

• Support intake and litigation in the Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative.
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team environment with in-house trainings that offer CLE credit for licensed staff.
• Benefit from a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 403(b) employer contribution and paid time off.
• Hybrid work option after completion of a 90-day assessment period.

Job description

Legal Services of New Jersey, based in Edison, seeks entry-level and experienced paralegals to support intake and litigation in its Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative, providing essential legal representation to low-income immigrants.

LSNJ emphasizes a collaborative workplace with in-house trainings that offer CLE credit for licensed staff. A comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work option after a 90-day assessment period are available.