Paralegal - Interpersonal Violence Project at FAC
About The Position
New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans for a variety of legal issues including domestic violence/family law, consumer protection, housing, Disaster Relief and benefits. NMLA has locations throughout the state including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Gallup, Roswell, Silver City, Las Vegas, Taos, and Santa Ana Pueblo. New Mexico Legal Aid seeks a Paralegal to provide legal assistance to the Interpersonal Violence Project. This position will be based out of the Family Advocacy Center in Albuquerque. The Interpersonal Project represents victims/survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse/assault, and stalking. This project offers services statewide. For this position, under the supervision of the managing attorney, the Paralegal will be responsible for litigation support and assistance.
Requirements
- Experience as a Paralegal is preferred but will consider exceptionally well-qualified entry-level candidates.
- Highly organized
- Familiar with electronic document tracking and must be able to effectively use computer technology, including Microsoft products and remote communications systems, including shared on-line workspaces and web meeting and videoconferencing software, and to collaborate with staff located in multiple offices.
- Candidates also must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Skills to build collaborative relationships within the staff and the community served by NMLA.
- Willing to travel.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Processing intakes.
- General support to attorneys in preparation for court.
- Litigation support.
- Drafting pleadings, correspondence and preparation of other written materials.
- Communicating successfully and respectfully with clients.
- Sending referrals to other support service agencies.
- Engaging in outreach.
- Collection of client data.
- Maintaining client information in a database.
- Attend court with clients.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid BCBS medical, plus dental and vision for employees; generous contributions for dependents
- 3 weeks vacation time, 6 days personal time, liberal sick pay, and federal holidays off
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote – your choice!)
- 37.5-hour work week
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Competitive salary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
