Legal Assistant

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Legal Assistant

The candidate will support in identifying individuals that need legal services and schedule appointments for consultation. Make follow up calls to schedule legal appointments. Assist the legal department with making copies, organize files and help clients on site as needed. Assist with mail and its proper distribution. Assist in preparing for clinics and Triage as needed. Provide regular updates and reporting on progress made to meet goals. Submit reports on a timely manner. Submit time and attendance and other administrative materials according to deadlines. Attend legal context trainings to become familiar in legal services the organization provides. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Minimum two years’ community education or related field experience. At least two years’ experience in administrative support. Spanish fluency is required as the job requires extensive legal counseling and representation in the Spanish language. Excellent organizational skills – good attention to detail and well organized. Excellent verbal and written communication skills – verbal and written. Must be able to lift 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or amount of force constantly to move objects. Must have own transportation, a valid Driver’s License, and be able to travel independent of public transportation between multiple work sites. Must be able to travel between multiple CHIRLA branch offices. Prior customer service experience. Prior experience working in a law firm. Fluency or strong language skills and ability in a language other than English. Ability to maintain positive working relationships with staff, members and allies. Ability to work effectively under pressure with last minute deadlines. High level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Experience collaborating with community organizations in local geographic area. Highly self-motivated, creative, takes initiative, ability to learn quickly, flexible and able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team of advocates. Must be able to work efficiently and manage multiple projects at once, which may be at different stages of design and execution. Proven ability to work independently and open to be innovative and creative. Dedication and ability to work flexible hours. Ability to plan and prioritize work activities, meet deadlines and follow-up on assignments with a minimum direction. Excellent problem-solving and follow-through skills. Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communications skills. Proficient with Word, Excel, and Power Point and other Microsoft Suite or other software utilized by CHIRLA. Demonstrated commitment to public service. Strong commitment to CHIRLA’s mission of empowering low-income community groups. Support CHIRLA’s fundraising goals including annual fundraising drive and GALA activities.

Company info

Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles
32118 Paseo Adelanto 9A
San Juan Capistrano
California
United States 92675
Website : http://www.chirla.org/