Bilingual Civil Rights Term-Time Paralegal 2026 - 2028

Relman Colfax•Washington, DC

1d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Relman Colfax PLLC is a national civil rights law firm, with a litigation practice focused on combating discrimination and obtaining equity, including in the areas of housing, lending, employment, public accommodations, education, and police accountability. Our practice includes individual and class action lawsuits on behalf of plaintiffs who have experienced discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, national origin, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, familial status, and source of income. The firm also provides legal counsel to progressive financial institutions, Internet-based companies, housing providers, local governments, and nonprofits wishing to be industry leaders on civil rights compliance. We conduct internal investigations and provide counseling regarding consumer protection, privacy, lending, employment, whistleblower, and federal regulatory matters. Our practice also includes analysis and strategy regarding public policy issues and proposed legislation affecting civil rights. Relman Colfax PLLC offers unique opportunities for talented individuals who share our passion for social justice and litigation, enjoy an informal and collegial office environment, and bring to their work a commitment to excellence. Relman Colfax PLLC is currently hiring candidates to begin a two-year bilingual civil rights paralegal position in June 2026. Term-time paralegals support attorneys in both the civil rights litigation and counseling practice groups at Relman Colfax. This is an entry-level job, and we are seeking candidates with a dedication to civil rights and an interest in learning more about the litigation process. This position is compensated at the annual rate of $55,000 for the first term year, $60,000 for the first six months of the second term year, and $65,000 for the last six months of the second term year. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that receives overtime pay when overtime is necessary. Applications are considered and offers are made on a rolling basis, so applicants are encouraged to apply early in the process. We expect that hiring will be completed by April 1, 2026, and some or all positions may be filled before that time. Note: This job is primarily an in-office position and requires the candidate to move to the Washington, D.C. area by the June 2026 start date.

Requirements

Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Flexibility and willingness to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

Assist in conducting factual investigations, research, and discovery
Communicate with clients, potential clients, witnesses, and relevant parties
Perform document and file management for case teams
Perform administrative tasks (note-taking, calendaring, scanning, mailings, etc.)
Support review of client and case documents
Support attorneys in preparation, finalization, and filing of legal briefs and client presentations, and at trial
Assist with analysis of statistical data to assess discriminatory impact of policies, programs, and other activities
Attend strategy sessions, client meetings, depositions, hearing, and trials on an as-needed basis
Perform other support tasks as assigned
Review Spanish language intake submissions via online form, email, phone call, or voicemail
Follow up with intakes via phone to gather information about their claims
Act as a primary point of contact for Spanish-speaking clients, informing them about case developments, explaining legal concepts, and relaying client questions to monolingual attorneys
Occasionally translate and/or proof Spanish documents