Housing Paralegal - Nonprofit Law Office

Overview

Paralegal – Nonprofit Law Office

The Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati is seeking a full-time Paralegal. This is an in-person position based in our downtown Cincinnati, Ohio office.

Position description

This position is based in our Housing and Homeowner Practice Area. Activities include assisting in drafting estate planning forms under attorney supervision, collecting and organizing documents from clients, helping coordinate logistics for off-site wills and estate planning clinics, including scheduling and materials preparation, and working with attorneys to prevent evictions and address unsafe housing conditions.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and client-service skills
• Ability to communicate with all members of our community, including those in crisis
• Ability to capture information accurately while conducting a telephone or in-person interview
• The demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Available to work occasional evenings and weekends to support clinics and outreach events
• Reliable transportation to travel to client homes, community events, and outreach sites (mileage reimbursed)
• Professional attire (business casual) is required
• Previous paralegal or legal assistant experience preferred

Compensation and benefits

The Legal Aid Society offers a competitive salary starting at $22.65 / hour depending on experience, excellent health and retirement benefits, generous PTO, and a professional office work environment.

Application materials

Interviews will be arranged by Legal Aid Society. Please do not call.

The Legal Aid Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Legal Aid offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process. If you need assistance, you may request an accommodation.

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