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603 Legal Aid · 2 weeks ago

Paralegal I

Concord, New Hampshire, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$27/hr - $28/hr

0+ years exp

603 Legal Aid is dedicated to providing legal assistance to clients facing challenges. The Paralegal I will support attorneys in legal research, document drafting, and case management while ensuring high standards of legal professionalism.

LegalNon ProfitProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys in legal research, document drafting, and case preparation

Conduct client intake and initial screenings as needed

Prepare and organize case files and maintain records

Provide limited legal information to clients under attorney supervision

Coordinate as appropriate with 603LA staff on assessing client needs and identifying relevant services

Perform administrative duties such as scheduling, correspondence, and data entry

Manage and contact clients to maintain client satisfaction

Assist with grant implementation and reporting requirements as needed

Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain understanding of legal issues impacting 603LA clients

Develop and maintain appropriate level of grant compliance knowledge, including LSC regulations and others

Perform other tasks and duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Paralegal certificateLegal procedures knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyClient confidentiality knowledgeSpanish language skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime managementProject managementAdaptabilityAttention to detail

Required

Paralegal certificate or a degree in a related field (a degree may substitute for one year of experience)

0-2 years of relevant experience recommended

Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage cases with minimal supervision

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and general comfort with other computer and cloud-based systems

Strong written and oral communication skills

Familiarity with legal procedures and client confidentiality requirements

Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including clients, staff, board members, and external partners

Strong organizational, time management, and project management abilities

Initiative, resourcefulness, and adaptability in a dynamic nonprofit environment

Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment

Strong client-first work ethic

Must be attentive to detail, work well under pressure, and have the ability to manage simultaneous and tight deadlines

Commitment to the mission and values of legal aid and public interest law

Good judgment, a sense of humor, and the ability to maintain a positive attitude