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Paralegal

CCSWW
Posted Mar 22
Seattle, Washington
Overview:

Overview


PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Tenant Law Center (TLC) is a homelessness prevention program that offers free legal assistance to qualifying low income households in the City of Seattle and limited services throughout King County with matters related to eviction, subsidy termination, landlord/tenant issues,
and credit issues related to past tenancies.


POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position supports three Staff Attorneys and the Directing Attorney. In addition to paralegal support this position will also be responsible for administrative tasks and data entry that is required by our grant funders.


This is a part-time position (25 hours/week), benefited position with the potential to work full-time hours (37.5 hours/week) depending on applicant availability and program funding. Compensation range begins at $21.00/hour depending on qualifications.
Responsibilities:

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


Paralegal Support:

  • Conduct case screening and assist with initial client intakes and interviews
  • Provide case support, including records requests, correspondence, document preparation, redaction, calendaring, and other tasks as assigned
  • Prepare and edit correspondence, legal pleadings and case documents consistent with attorney instructions
  • Electronically file pleadings with the court and serve documents to other parties

Administrative Responsibilities:

  • Schedule appointments and maintain calendar for off-site or virtual clinics
  • Maintain computer and manual filing systems
  • Perform other administrative tasks as requested

General Responsibilities:

  • Attend staff meetings and agency trainings as required
  • Observe/follow confidentiality and client privacy guidelines
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Two years of experience as a paralegal, or a combination of education, training, or experience which provides an equivalent background.
  • Social services experience working with elderly, disabled, and/or low income households
  • Excellent computer skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication.
  • Capacity to analyze and apply legal principles to practical problems
  • Ability to manage and schedule responsibilities with little oversight
  • Commitment to embracing a team environment and the collaborative process
  • Demonstrate the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations
  • Committed to working within the mission, goals, and values of Catholic Community Services.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Fluency in second language that is spoken by a substantial number of King County clients.
  • Knowledge of local social services and other community resources
  • Knowledge of the Residential Landlord Tenant Act and local housing codes
To apply: Please complete submit a cover letter and resume along with completing the online CCS application process. This position will remain open until filled.
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