Part-Time Paralegal — Parole & Reentry Advocacy

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EOE

Job summary

Ohio Justice & Policy Center in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking a Part-Time Paralegal to support the Beyond Guilt Project. You will assist with intake, case development, records gathering, and parole/resentencing efforts, coordinating with attorneys and service providers.

The role involves building rehabilitation portfolios, reentry plans, and keeping case files current in Clio, with ongoing outreach and education support as needed.

Qualifications

• Paralegal experience or paralegal certification, or equivalent experience in legal, social services, reentry, or related fields.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple matters.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, staff, clients, families, community partners, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support client intake, case development, records gathering, and case tracking for Beyond Guilt matters.
• Assemble rehabilitation portfolios and assist with developing reentry and release plans for clients seeking parole, judicial release, resentencing, or other forms of relief.
• Coordinate prison visits, maintain relationships with housing and service providers, and support communication with clients, families, and community partners.
• Assist attorneys with legal filings, exhibits, memoranda, submissions to the Parole Board, and other case preparation activities.
• Participate in case strategy discussions, provide input on client matters, and help maintain case files and deadlines within Clio and other case management systems.
• Support outreach, educational presentations, internship activities, and other OJPC projects as needed based on experience and organizational needs.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Paralegal certification

Clio experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Collaborative skills

Social justice commitment

Education

Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience

Tools

Clio case management software

Job description

Ohio Justice & Policy Center in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking a Part-Time Paralegal to support the Beyond Guilt Project. You will assist with intake, case development, records gathering, and parole/resentencing efforts, coordinating with attorneys and service providers.

The role involves building rehabilitation portfolios, reentry plans, and keeping case files current in Clio, with ongoing outreach and education support as needed.