Paralegal

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Westside Justice Center Full time

The Westside Justice Center is growing and we are adding NEW roles to our team

Unleash your **legal prowess** and make a difference with the Westside Justice Center Join our passionate team as a **Paralegal** and play a crucial role contributing to the transformation of justice in our communities. Founded in 2015, the Westside Justice Center (WJC) is not just a workplace; it's a mission-driven Legal Aid clinic dedicated to eradicating barriers to justice and uplifting authentic community leadership.

As a **Paralegal**, you'll be at the forefront of our efforts, assisting our Legal Services team in providing essential support to individuals and communities in need. Your responsibilities will include **case management, legal research, client interviews, and document preparation**. If you're someone with a genuine passion for social justice and a desire to make a tangible impact, we invite you to join us.

Our new team members enjoy a plethora of benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k), and the occasional need for travel. This is more than just a job; **it's an opportunity** to be part of a professional office environment where your legal skills contribute directly to our mission of justice and equity for all.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist with case planning, development, and management
- Coordinate and track referrals to attorneys, partner organizations and community partners
- Conduct legal research
- Interview clients, gathers facts and retrieves information
- Organize case files, monitor case statuses, and provide periodic updates to the supervising attorney
- Review all client and court related case files for pertinent information
- Organize, manage, and update client files/pleadings (electronic and paper copies)
- Review and analyze client files, data and documents to assist in the investigation of facts and allegations involved in discovery
- Assist with preparing documents for production and witness files to be used at depositions or trial
- Draft, edit, and proofread cover letters, administrative memos, and Word documents
- 2 years’ experience working in an office setting, preferably a legal environment
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree and a paralegal certificate from a paralegal training program accredited by the American Bar Association, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Demonstrated interest in the work of WJC and/or its clients
- Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks and manage time
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Professionalism
- Strong customer service orientation
- Ability to navigate Microsoft Office suite i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- **NOTE**:A copy of your official transcripts, professional license, or training certificates will be required at the time of interview, if applicable.

**Benefits**:

- Community Impact
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) retirement plan

**Work Environment**:
The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and photocopiers
- Ability to communicate verbally
- Ability to spend extended time working on a computer
- Occasional need for local travel
- The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties, requirements, or responsibilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship._
- The Westside Justice Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. People of color, women, LGBTQI-GNC people, and formerly incarcerated people are strongly encouraged to apply._

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