Public Housing Paralegal: Litigation & Compliance Expert

Durham Housing Authority; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Durham Housing Authority seeks a detail-oriented Paralegal to support its Legal Department in landlord-tenant matters, administrative hearings, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and timely document preparation in a public housing environment.

Reporting to the In-House Counsel, you will assist with case management, court coordination, legal research, and records management while upholding confidentiality and service quality for DHA residents and programs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in paralegal, legal studies, or related field.
• At least 3 years of paralegal or litigation support experience.
• Experience preparing legal documents and maintaining case files.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with landlord-tenant litigation and lease enforcement.
• Prepare legal notices, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and court filings.
• Coordinate service of documents and maintain records.
• Maintain litigation calendars and manage case files.
• Conduct legal research and assist compliance activities.
• Support records management and governance.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal research

Case management

Litigation support

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Document preparation

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree (paralegal studies)

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

Court filing systems

Case management software

Document management systems

Job description

The Durham Housing Authority seeks a detail-oriented Paralegal to support its Legal Department in landlord-tenant matters, administrative hearings, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and timely document preparation in a public housing environment.

Reporting to the In-House Counsel, you will assist with case management, court coordination, legal research, and records management while upholding confidentiality and service quality for DHA residents and programs.