Staff Paralegal

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Staff Paralegal

The candidate will assist the Senior Attorney in the Public Benefits Unit by conducting intake, managing ongoing case work, and advocating for clients with the Niagara County Department of Social Services. Paralegal will also be required to learn the laws and regulations that govern Public Benefits in New York with a goal of identifying ongoing, systemic issues faced by our clients in addition to individual advocacy. Paralegal will attend outreach events in the community. College or Paralegal Degree, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively and empathetically work with clients who live with disabilities and other barriers to obtaining and maintaining benefits. Fluency in Spanish or other languages is encouraged but not required.

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Company info

Neighborhood Legal Services
225 Old Falls Street, 3rd Floor
Niagara Falls
New York
United States 14303
Website : http://www.nls.org/