Temporary Paralegal- Housing Law Program

Legal Services of Eastern Missouri Inc•St. Louis, MO

13d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Inc., a non-profit law firm that provides free legal assistance to people living with low income/low opportunity, seeks a full-time temporary Paralegal to work in its Housing Law Program. This program assists families and individuals facing eviction, loss of housing assistance, poor living conditions, discrimination and other housing issues.

Requirements

High school education required; At least 2 years college education and some legal experience highly preferred
Skilled at working collaboratively with others
Must be energetic, committed to Legal Services of Eastern Missouri’s mission, and sensitive to the needs of the low-income, low-opportunity community
Must take initiative, have sound judgment, and effectively organize time and tasks
Must have strong communication skills, work ethic, flexibility and teamwork
Must have a strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and able to quickly learn new IT systems, including case management software
Must be willing to become a Missouri Notary
Open to creative and innovative ways of fulfilling the legal aid mission

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years college education
Some legal experience

Responsibilities

Serving as a source of client information, support, and advocacy.
Performing word processing, including client correspondence, pleadings, and other documents.
Monitoring cases and conducting fact investigation and document gathering.
Providing clients with community resource referrals as needed.
Participating in community outreach and events and creating outreach materials.
Entering and verifying data in case management system.
Opening, maintaining, and closing client files.
Providing litigation support e.g., court filings, preparing exhibits and trial materials, attending court proceedings.
Assisting interns, externs, and volunteers when needed.
Maintaining office manuals, equipment, records, files, and databases.
Communicating effectively with clients, attorneys, staff, and outside parties.