KIND
Paralegal
Paralegals are responsible for supporting KIND's delivery of legal services through a range of case support tasks in coordination with our attorneys. Paralegals conduct client intakes, legal research, preparation of immigration forms, drafting affidavits, maintaining files and data, hearing preparation, social services referrals, and other related duties. The Paralegal reports to the Staff or Senior Attorney. This position is contingent upon continued funding. Essential Functions
The essential functions of this position include: Supporting attorneys, including conducting legal research; filling out immigration benefits and other standard forms; drafting affidavits and basic motions; assisting with hearing and interview preparation; maintaining case files and data entry in the case management database; and other tasks as needed. Conducting client phone screenings, intake interviews, and know your rights presentations and drafting intake memoranda. Providing support to pro bono attorneys during case placement and assisting with administrative and planning tasks related to pro bono attorney training and mentoring. Serving as point of contact for clients, proactively ensuring that case files and case management system reflect current contact information and status updates on case developments and child's wellbeing. Conducting regular check-ins with the child for direct representation cases, particularly in cases in which case adjudication is delayed; updating attorney and senior paralegal regarding new developments, as needed. Assisting in case audit efforts for pro bono cases, ensuring that updates from pro bono attorneys regarding case status and child's wellbeing are timely and accurately recorded. Conducting an initial assessment of case referrals received against case acceptance criteria and program priorities. Ensuring appropriate processing and data entry for referrals and intakes. Liaises with Social Services Coordinators regarding social services needs and referrals; assists with social services projects depending on office needs; works collaboratively to achieve programmatic goals where legal services/social services intersect. Qualifications and Requirements
The qualifications and requirements for this position include: Undergraduate degree with 1 year of relevant experience; or high school diploma with a minimum 5 years of relevant experience. Must be fluent in English and Spanish (for direct communication with the children we serve and their caregivers, the majority of whom are Spanish speaking). Minimum of one year of experience working with children, preferably at-risk youth, immigrants or refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma. Minimum of one year of experience conducting legal intakes or interviewing children in a professional setting. Excellent organizational, time management skills, and attention to detail. Ability to travel (locally) as assigned. Ability to work within an office environment and have regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, IM, and email with KIND's team. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (such as Teams, Excel, etc.). Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment; ability to prioritize tasks and delegate as appropriate. Ability to multitask and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance. Experience working and communicating in a remote environment preferred but not required.
Paralegals are responsible for supporting KIND's delivery of legal services through a range of case support tasks in coordination with our attorneys. Paralegals conduct client intakes, legal research, preparation of immigration forms, drafting affidavits, maintaining files and data, hearing preparation, social services referrals, and other related duties. The Paralegal reports to the Staff or Senior Attorney. This position is contingent upon continued funding. Essential Functions
The essential functions of this position include: Supporting attorneys, including conducting legal research; filling out immigration benefits and other standard forms; drafting affidavits and basic motions; assisting with hearing and interview preparation; maintaining case files and data entry in the case management database; and other tasks as needed. Conducting client phone screenings, intake interviews, and know your rights presentations and drafting intake memoranda. Providing support to pro bono attorneys during case placement and assisting with administrative and planning tasks related to pro bono attorney training and mentoring. Serving as point of contact for clients, proactively ensuring that case files and case management system reflect current contact information and status updates on case developments and child's wellbeing. Conducting regular check-ins with the child for direct representation cases, particularly in cases in which case adjudication is delayed; updating attorney and senior paralegal regarding new developments, as needed. Assisting in case audit efforts for pro bono cases, ensuring that updates from pro bono attorneys regarding case status and child's wellbeing are timely and accurately recorded. Conducting an initial assessment of case referrals received against case acceptance criteria and program priorities. Ensuring appropriate processing and data entry for referrals and intakes. Liaises with Social Services Coordinators regarding social services needs and referrals; assists with social services projects depending on office needs; works collaboratively to achieve programmatic goals where legal services/social services intersect. Qualifications and Requirements
The qualifications and requirements for this position include: Undergraduate degree with 1 year of relevant experience; or high school diploma with a minimum 5 years of relevant experience. Must be fluent in English and Spanish (for direct communication with the children we serve and their caregivers, the majority of whom are Spanish speaking). Minimum of one year of experience working with children, preferably at-risk youth, immigrants or refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma. Minimum of one year of experience conducting legal intakes or interviewing children in a professional setting. Excellent organizational, time management skills, and attention to detail. Ability to travel (locally) as assigned. Ability to work within an office environment and have regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, IM, and email with KIND's team. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (such as Teams, Excel, etc.). Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment; ability to prioritize tasks and delegate as appropriate. Ability to multitask and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance. Experience working and communicating in a remote environment preferred but not required.