Job Posting
Legal Aid Paralegal

Organization

The Village Legal and Community Project
5113 S Harper Ave.
Ste.2C
Chicago, IL 60615
United States

Remote or telecommuting:

Hybrid position requiring two days in our office. 

Job Description

General Summary and Objectives

The Village Legal and Community Project is looking for an experienced paralegal with the ability to master multi-tasking with excellent communication skills and an upbeat attitude.

Major Duties

  • Perform legal research and draft client communications, memos, and pleadings;
  • Provide support by booking appointments, calendaring court dates, and preventing conflicts.
  • Screen phone calls and routing callers to the appropriate party.
  • Use computers to generate reports, create presentations, and conduct research.
  • Communicate with clients and gather necessary documents and information.
  • Maintain polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail, and mail.
  • Attend outreach and special events.
  • Maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

  • Paralegal certification is preferred.
  • Prior legal experience, especially legal aid preferred.
  • Excellent computer skills, especially Microsoft Office, CLIO and Lexis Nexis or Westlaw.
  • Maturity and attention to detail required.

Pay scale and benefits

Pay scale and benefits

Competitive pay

Benefits include

Medical

Dental

Vision

STD

LTD

Life Insurance

PTO (including a week between Christmas and New Year's Eve)

Position type

Full-time

How to Apply

To Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected], with the subject line “Paralegal.” No phone calls, please.

This is a full time, hybrid position that will remain open until filled.

Deadline:
Until filled