Part-Time Paralegal

Strategic HR Client Job Openings • Cleveland, OH

11d • $26,000 - $28,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Justice & Policy Center (OJPC) is seeking a passionate Part-Time Paralegal to support its Beyond Guilt Project. This project advocates for individuals serving excessive or unjust sentences through parole advocacy, judicial release, resentencing, and other legal mechanisms. The paralegal will be the operational backbone of the project, supporting approximately 10-13 active client matters annually. This role involves close collaboration with attorneys to coordinate records gathering, develop rehabilitation portfolios and reentry plans, maintain case files, and ensure cases progress efficiently. OJPC is a statewide nonprofit law office dedicated to reducing incarceration, improving prison conditions, and expanding opportunities for individuals impacted by the criminal legal system.

Requirements

• Paralegal experience, paralegal certification, or equivalent experience in legal, social services, reentry, or other related fields.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple matters simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, staff, clients, families, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Commitment to social justice and the ability to work respectfully and effectively with diverse populations, including individuals impacted by the criminal legal system.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with criminal legal system records, parole or post-conviction advocacy, reentry services, housing resources, or case management systems such as Clio is preferred.
• Personal experience with, or close proximity to, the criminal legal system is valued. Returning citizens are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support client intake, case development, records gathering, and case tracking for Beyond Guilt matters.
• Assemble rehabilitation portfolios and assist with developing reentry and release plans for clients seeking parole, judicial release, resentencing, or other forms of relief.
• Coordinate prison visits, maintain relationships with housing and service providers, and support communication with clients, families, and community partners.
• Assist attorneys with legal filings, exhibits, memoranda, submissions to the Parole Board, and other case preparation activities.
• Participate in case strategy discussions, provide input on client matters, and help maintain case files and deadlines within Clio and other case management systems.
• Support outreach, educational presentations, internship activities, and other OJPC projects as needed based on experience and organizational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed