Paralegal- Veterans Advocacy Project

Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit legal support organization in West Palm Beach is seeking a Paralegal for the Veteran’s Advocacy Project. The role involves legal support, advocacy, and community engagement to aid veterans. Candidates should have 2-4 years of legal experience, a Bachelor’s in Paralegal Studies, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a collaborative atmosphere and opportunities for community involvement.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of legal experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional attitude and pleasant manner with the public.
• Knowledge of Veteran Benefits beneficial but not necessary.
• Typing speed of 55 wpm required.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Attorney with representation of veterans in various legal matters.
• Conduct legal research and maintain current knowledge of relevant laws.
• Draft legal documents and maintain case records.
• Engage in outreach and maintain relationships with community agencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Telephone communication skills

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Empathy

Independent work

Ability to take direction

Education

Bachelor’s in Paralegal Studies or related fields

Tools

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Veteran’s Advocacy Project Paralegal will provide a wide range of legal support and advocacy to veterans in Palm Beach County. This position will be responsible for assisting project in the holistic representation of veterans in a variety of areas. The paralegal is expected to be active in the community through participation in outreach and community organizations. Work schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m., with additional evening or weekend work as required to effectively represent clients. Travel around Palm Beach County is required.

A successful candidate will have great attention to detail, excellent telephone communication skills, an eagerness to learn, the ability to multi-task, the ability to effectively collaborate with a team, empathy, the ability to work well independently, and the ability to take direction well.

Responsibilities

• Supports Attorney in representation of veterans in cases involving Family Law, Child Support and modifications, guardianship and some landlord/tenant matters.
• Performs legal research to promote success in litigation and remains current on all developments in Florida law affecting veterans.
• Conducts interviews with clients at the office.
• Provide billing reports, statistics, and case reports for project funders.
• Investigates and develops cases, including conducting necessary interviews and consulting appropriate agencies and resources, conducts e-filing and prepares hearing folders.
• Drafts letters, memos, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents and written materials.
• Maintains accurate and complete records and files regarding cases; keep appropriate billing records.
• Screen clients, engage in intake and make referrals, and follow up referrals of clients to appropriate alternative or additional sources of assistance.
• Develops and maintains relationships with social service agencies.
• Provides community training in areas affecting veterans and caregivers.
• Serves on community, bar, and county committees where feasible.
• Attends staff and other meetings in the community as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information handled.
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
• Works with other staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere.
• Must work the days and hours to perform all assigned tasks and tasks and be courteous in achieving all performance requirements, including attendance standards and work deadlines.
• Must maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees, clients, and community partners.
• Assists the Executive Director and/or supervisor with special projects, assignments and any additional duties as deemed appropriate or as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have 2-4 years of legal experience and/or Bachelor’s in Paralegal Studies or related studies.
• Excellent verbal and written skills and case management abilities.
• Must have a professional attitude and pleasant manner with the public.
• Knowledge of Veteran Benefits and culture is beneficial but not necessary.
• Excellent computer and word processing skills. Proficient in using MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel software.
• Typing speed testing at 55 wpm.
• Proficiency in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Experience with community outreach and planning and delivering public presentations.
• Ability to draft pleadings, familiarity with e-filing and the civil court procedure.
• Prior experience with the litigation process, participation in preparation of trial folder for trials and evidentiary hearings.
• Ability to independently handle a large, diverse and fast-paced caseload.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required.
• Compassionate and comfortable working with a diverse client base.
• Outstanding project management skills; ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Must have a demonstrable commitment to understanding the issues of low-income constituents and be able to appreciate and work with a culturally and demographically diverse population.

Travel and Miscellaneous

• Occasional out-of-area travel and overnight stays may be required.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Law Practice

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