Job Description **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (LANWT) is a non-profit public interest law firm that provides high-quality free civil legal services to the low-income community in 114 counties in North and West Texas. We are currently seeking a Paralegal to join our team in McKinney, Texas. This is a full-time, hybrid/remote position with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. The Paralegal will primarily support and coordinate our firm's response to disasters throughout our service area. If you are a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual with a passion for public interest law, we encourage you to apply today!
Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (LANWT) Position: Paralegal Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid/Remote Location: McKinney, Texas Salary: $40,150 per year (higher based on experience) Benefits: Paid sick leave, vacation and holidays; retirement plan; health, dental, vision and life insurance Experience: Prior experience in landlord-tenant, public benefits, FEMA, or disaster related cases preferred Language: Fluent in Spanish (verbal and written) preferred
Position Summary: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (LANWT) is a non-profit public interest law firm that provides free civil legal services to low-income communities in 114 counties in North and West Texas. We are looking for a Paralegal to join our team in McKinney, Texas. As a Paralegal, you will primarily support and coordinate our firm's response to disasters throughout our service area. This is a full-time, hybrid/remote position with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated with a demonstrated commitment to public interest law.
Responsibilities: - Provide paraprofessional legal services to eligible clients in civil, family, and other cases under the supervision of an attorney - Participate in outreach and community legal education to clients and community groups - Assist attorneys or other advocates in representing clients or working with community groups - Conduct intake and initial client screening, referring clients to other resources or providers if ineligible for LANWT services - Investigate and develop assigned cases and projects, including conducting interviews - Make and follow up on referrals for clients to other sources of assistance - Draft legal documents, including pleadings, orders, letters, and memos - File legal papers at the courthouse or through e-filing, including setting hearing dates and interacting with court staff, opposing parties, and clients - Maintain accurate, organized records and files for assigned cases and projects - Develop specialized skills and knowledge in assigned areas and stay current on new developments - Translate for clients who speak a different language than their advocate (if applicable) - Seek and accept supervision and guidance from supervising attorneys - Participate in training programs and staff meetings - Report caseload statistics and other information to supervisors on a regular basis - Travel to administrative agencies and other locations as needed - Develop a working knowledge of relevant laws and legal skills - Stay updated on issues that may affect LANWT's client population and advise management and staff accordingly - Develop relationships with social service agencies and other organizations that can assist LANWT's clients - Represent clients at hearings and other applicable guidelines - Provide information to LANWT's administrative office on services provided - Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors
Qualifications: - Associate's Degree and paralegal certification preferred - Fluent in Spanish (verbal and written) preferred - Prior experience in landlord-tenant, public benefits, FEMA, or disaster related cases - Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated - Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines - Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) - Professional and courteous demeanor - Proficient in Microsoft products - Able to work independently and maintain confidentiality - Willingness to travel occasionally - Excellent attendance record
Join Our Team: If you are passionate about public interest law and have the qualifications and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for our Paralegal position in McKinney, Texas. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of low-income communities. Submit a cover letter, resume, and professional references during the application process. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is an equal opportunity employer and encourages veterans to apply.
