Pro Bono Paralegal – Legal Aid Support

Acadiana Legal Services Corporation; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,325 - 30,952; Full time

Job summary

A community legal services provider seeks a full-time paralegal to support the Pro Bono Unit Managing Attorney in Lafayette, Louisiana. The role involves conducting legal research, preparing documents, and assisting attorneys in various tasks to ensure quality legal services for clients. Candidates should be graduates from an accredited institution or have completed paralegal training. The position offers a starting salary of $28,139.00 per year.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal summaries.
• Draft pleadings for court presentation.
• Prepare legal documents, affidavits, and correspondence.
• Communicate effectively with clients and staff.
• Maintain public benefits resource materials.

Skills

Legal research techniques

Legal terminology

Office operation practices

Report preparation

Effective communication

Oral and written instructions understanding

Legal correspondence preparation

Education

Graduate of an accredited four-year college or university

Two-year paralegal training program or one-year relevant experience

Job description

A community legal services provider seeks a full-time paralegal to support the Pro Bono Unit Managing Attorney in Lafayette, Louisiana. The role involves conducting legal research, preparing documents, and assisting attorneys in various tasks to ensure quality legal services for clients. Candidates should be graduates from an accredited institution or have completed paralegal training. The position offers a starting salary of $28,139.00 per year.