Vlsp Paralegal

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VLSP Paralegal

The candidate will have primary responsibility for timely and accurately determining client eligibility for clients seeking assistance from Legal Aid through the HelpLine, including interviewing the client, accurately recording information in the client database, conflict checking and other screening. Will spend the majority of work time taking live calls from clients seeking assistance from the HelpLine or contacting clients by telephone to obtain additional information necessary to complete an application for assistance. Provide professional support in a wide variety of civil cases, including interviewing and screening of clients, working with clients to gather relevant documents, drafting of letters, affidavits, basic legal pleadings and other documents, tracking case status and ensuring that deadlines are met and otherwise assisting attorneys. Complete assigned office administrative duties. Be asked to assume a leadership role for specific projects. Perform other duties as required. Must have demonstrated interest in and sensitivity to the legal needs of the poor as well as motivation to improve the condition of the poor. Should have ability to work effectively in a high-pressure call center environment. Must have ability to represent Community Legal Aid and to advocate for its mission. Notary public or ability to become one immediately following hiring. Ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable.

Company info

Community Legal Aid Services, Inc.
50 South Main St Suite 800
Akron
Ohio
United States 44308
Phone : 330-535-4191
Fax : 330-535-0728
Website : http://www.communitylegalaid.org/