Temporary Bilingual Holocaust Paralegal (Russian)

Bet Tzedek Legal Services; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bet Tzedek Legal Services seeks a temporary Holocaust Paralegal fluent in Russian to assist Holocaust survivors with a trauma-informed approach. The role supports program attorneys, conducts Russian-English screenings, and coordinates outreach while maintaining detailed case records.

The position requires office-based work with potential remote components and engagement in field home visits as needed. Applicants should have paralegal credentials and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree with 1 year of law-related experience with supervising attorney.
• Russian language proficiency and ability to translate between Russian and English.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys preferred.
• Proficiency with LexisNexis and MS Office.
• Experience with Los Angeles County Superior Court e-filing systems preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; high-volume environment capability.

Responsibilities

• Support attorney with 200–300 annual caseload including Holocaust reparations, public benefits, housing, advance planning and other services using trauma-informed practice.
• Coordinate and conduct screening and intake interviews in English and Russian to identify legal needs.
• Communicate with clients, caregivers, agents, and family by phone, email and mail.
• Attend home visits and field client meetings as necessary.
• Assist with outreach to Holocaust survivor community and social services agencies.
• Translate Holocaust program materials and correspondence into Russian.
• Maintain intake data, prescreening and program metrics using case management tools.
• Prepare and maintain digital and paper files and records.
• Schedule and coordinate internal and external meetings and events, including logistics and minutes.
• Work with volunteers, law clerks and pro bono attorneys to support client services.
• Perform clerical tasks such as photocopying, scanning and filing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Russian language

Translations

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Paralegal certificate/degree

Bachelor's degree (law-related)

Tools

LexisNexis

MS Office

Electronic filing systems

Job description

Bet Tzedek Legal Services seeks a temporary Holocaust Paralegal fluent in Russian to assist Holocaust survivors with a trauma-informed approach. The role supports program attorneys, conducts Russian-English screenings, and coordinates outreach while maintaining detailed case records.

The position requires office-based work with potential remote components and engagement in field home visits as needed. Applicants should have paralegal credentials and strong organizational and communication skills.