Paralegal I — Civil Case Support, Notary Eligible

Community Legal Aid Services Inc.; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 38,520 - 47,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

13 paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick policy

Job summary

Community Legal Aid Services is seeking a Paralegal I to assist in providing high-quality civil legal services to eligible clients. You will work under the Office Manager, supporting a wide variety of civil cases and performing other duties as needed to ensure clients are well served.

The position emphasizes helping the poor, requires strong analytical and organizational skills, and may require notary or Spanish language ability. Equal opportunity employer; salary listed is $42,800+ DOE.

Qualifications

• Independent worker with analytical and organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Interest in and sensitivity to legal needs of the poor; motivation to improve conditions.
• Ability to represent Community Legal Aid and advocate its mission.
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills and reliability.
• Spanish language ability is highly desirable; notary public or ability to become one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in provision of comprehensive, high quality legal services in civil cases.
• Work under the supervision of the Office Manager and support a wide variety of civil matters.
• Perform other duties as required to help clients receive effective representation.

Skills

Independent worker

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Spanish language

Notary public

Computer literacy

Job description

Community Legal Aid Services is seeking a Paralegal I to assist in providing high-quality civil legal services to eligible clients. You will work under the Office Manager, supporting a wide variety of civil cases and performing other duties as needed to ensure clients are well served.

The position emphasizes helping the poor, requires strong analytical and organizational skills, and may require notary or Spanish language ability. Equal opportunity employer; salary listed is $42,800+ DOE.