Licensed Paralegal Practitioner

Utah Legal Services • Salt Lake City, UT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Utah Legal Services seeks a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner to assist with case management, document preparation, client communications, and advocacy for qualifying Utahns facing domestic-related legal issues. The position balances paralegal duties alongside an assigned attorney with management of an independent caseload. The practitioner works directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, maintain electronic case files, and ensure compliance with funding requirements. Within the scope of licensure, the practitioner provides ethical and competent legal services and advocacy to low-income individuals.

This full-time, exempt position pays $29 per hour and follows a hybrid work model, with at least one day per week in the office. The employee may work from the Salt Lake City, Ogden, or Provo office. Travel to meetings and court proceedings may be required.

Requirements

• Active license as a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP).
• Ability to pass a Utah criminal background check.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound professional judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, clients, community partners, and volunteers.
• Ability to travel to meetings and court proceedings as needed.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Prior legal experience, particularly in domestic law.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with legal issues and provide legal assistance consistent with the scope of licensure.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, attorneys, court personnel, mediators, and other parties involved in cases.
• Respond to client questions and provide updates on case status and next steps.
• Accurately update case status, tasks, and client communications in LegalServer.
• Attend meetings, hearings, and court or administrative proceedings as permitted by licensure and applicable court rules.
• Use LegalServer to track time, manage client matters, monitor deadlines, and document services provided.
• Follow ULS case-handling protocols, professional standards, and best practices.
• Maintain an average caseload of 60–120 cases, depending on complexity, level of service, and other assigned responsibilities.
• Review case status and upcoming deadlines regularly and take appropriate action to ensure timely progress.
• Review cases for compliance with Case Service Report requirements and properly close cases when representation concludes.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and partners that support ULS's mission.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings, and complete applicable continuing legal education requirements.
• Participate in community outreach, legal clinics, educational presentations, and other activities designed to increase access to justice.
• Assist with volunteer-supported projects and programs as assigned, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Contribute to team building and a positive, supportive work environment; participate in team meetings supporting collaboration, legal skills development, and professional growth.
• Participate in the hiring committee as requested by the HR Director and provide coaching and mentoring to staff when invited by management.

Benefits

• Flexible hours.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Employer-paid vision insurance.
• Paid time off: 21 days per year, increasing on the first anniversary.
• 13 paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a monthly employer match and automatic monthly contributions.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Four weeks of paid parental leave.
• Monthly employer stipend to assist with benefit costs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed