Harvard Law School · 9 hours ago
Paralegal and Pro Bono Coordinator
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expHarvard Law School is dedicated to justice and legal education, and they are seeking a Paralegal and Pro Bono Coordinator for their Veterans Legal Clinic. This role involves working closely with clients and attorneys, performing critical responsibilities to support the public interest mission of the Clinic.
EducationLegal
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct initial client intake phone calls and meetings, including screening cases for eligibility, gathering and organizing records and other evidence, and maintaining case files
Triage intakes and other assignments to ensure that the most urgent matters are given proper priority
Work closely with clients and attorneys on all aspects of the Clinic’s docket
Serve as a liaison with pro bono attorneys, referral organizations, and other third parties
Maintain the Clinic’s online case management system and help to manage the Clinic’s docket in other respects
Contribute to community outreach and engagement efforts
Provide administrative support to the Clinic’s mission in other respects as directed
Qualification
Required
At least one year of relevant experience
High school graduate or equivalent
Education beyond high school may count toward experience
Demonstrated interest in working with the veterans community
Effective interpersonal skills, including active listening, communicating empathy, and conducting client interviews using trauma-informed approaches
Discretion and good judgment
Effective written, verbal, and organizational skills
Effective administrative and time-management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Flexibility and the ability to handle multiple priorities
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Support for families and caregivers
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Company
Harvard Law School
Harvard Law School is a professional graduate school for legal education in the United States. It is a sub-organization of Harvard University.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeff Dunn
Communications Manager
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