Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
Temporary Senior Paralegal
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Overview
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is seeking a Senior Paralegal to support KIND’s delivery of legal services through case preparation, legal research, and related tasks in support of the legal strategy for the client. The Senior Paralegal could supervise Paralegals and other non-attorney staff as needed and oversee training and development of paralegal staff in collaboration with Staff Attorneys, Senior Attorneys, and Managing Attorneys. This is a remote position based from any location in the U.S.
Base pay range
$25.96/hr - $32.36/hr
Responsibilities Oversees the overall programmatic function of the KIND office paralegal program
Onboards, trains, and supervises paralegals, including conducting initial and ongoing training; troubleshoots, reviews, and provides quality assurance of referrals, filings, and pleadings; provides daily support and coaching; conducts regular check-ins and performance evaluations; and ensures high-quality paralegal support to the legal team
Conducts legal research, completes immigration benefit forms, and drafts affidavits and motions for immigration and state court proceedings in consultation with attorneys
Maintains accurate and timely file management and data entry in the case management system
Assists in clients’ hearing and adjudicatory interview preparation in coordination with attorneys
Supervises undergraduate interns and assists with training of legal interns as needed
Supports professional development of paralegals and staff in collaboration with attorneys and KIND’s National Training and Technical Assistance Team
Tracks and ensures referral and intake metrics under grants and contracts in consultation with attorneys
Supervises paralegals in intake interviews, phone screenings, intake memos, and presenting cases to attorneys; conducts intakes and screenings as needed
Assists with pro bono training, including non-attorney team members, through training materials and topic-specific trainings
Assesses cases for social service needs and assists with social services referrals; liaises with Social Services Coordinators to meet programmatic goals
For direct representation cases, performs functions of an accredited representative, including client interviews; appears before immigration agencies; drafts and files applications for benefits; maintains current case information and wellbeing updates; ensures regular client check-ins in coordination with attorneys
For pro bono cases, assists in case audits and ensures timely updates in the case management system; supports targeted pro bono activities with resources and training materials
Qualifications and requirements Undergraduate degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or high school diploma with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Fluent in English and Spanish for direct communication with children and caregivers
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with children, at-risk youth, immigrants or refugee populations, or trauma-informed settings
Minimum of 4 years of experience in humanitarian-based immigration work, including intakes and legal applications
Minimum of 3 years of experience working independently on projects or programs
Minimum of 2 years of experience with detained populations or youth in diverse settings
Minimum of 1 year experience presenting legal information to immigrant audiences
Proven ability to supervise or coach others on programs or projects
Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to collaborate and multi-task in a dynamic environment; prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate
Commitment to wellbeing and work-life balance
Experience working remotely is preferred but not required
Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying the employee portion for one medical plan option
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
Pre-tax transit and parking accounts
Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
For a complete list of benefits, please click here.
Wellness
KIND prioritizes wellness through mindfulness and wellness trainings, wellness platforms, Employee Assistance and resilience programs, time away, and office wellness activities. For more information about our wellness initiatives, please visit the provided link.
Application instructions
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team, along with your resume and cover letter.
Disclaimer:
KIND is committed to ethical recruitment and hiring with a no-fees policy. We never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. Interviews are conducted via telephone or video conference. For more information, see KIND employment practices at supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/.
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Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is seeking a Senior Paralegal to support KIND’s delivery of legal services through case preparation, legal research, and related tasks in support of the legal strategy for the client. The Senior Paralegal could supervise Paralegals and other non-attorney staff as needed and oversee training and development of paralegal staff in collaboration with Staff Attorneys, Senior Attorneys, and Managing Attorneys. This is a remote position based from any location in the U.S.
Base pay range
$25.96/hr - $32.36/hr
Responsibilities Oversees the overall programmatic function of the KIND office paralegal program
Onboards, trains, and supervises paralegals, including conducting initial and ongoing training; troubleshoots, reviews, and provides quality assurance of referrals, filings, and pleadings; provides daily support and coaching; conducts regular check-ins and performance evaluations; and ensures high-quality paralegal support to the legal team
Conducts legal research, completes immigration benefit forms, and drafts affidavits and motions for immigration and state court proceedings in consultation with attorneys
Maintains accurate and timely file management and data entry in the case management system
Assists in clients’ hearing and adjudicatory interview preparation in coordination with attorneys
Supervises undergraduate interns and assists with training of legal interns as needed
Supports professional development of paralegals and staff in collaboration with attorneys and KIND’s National Training and Technical Assistance Team
Tracks and ensures referral and intake metrics under grants and contracts in consultation with attorneys
Supervises paralegals in intake interviews, phone screenings, intake memos, and presenting cases to attorneys; conducts intakes and screenings as needed
Assists with pro bono training, including non-attorney team members, through training materials and topic-specific trainings
Assesses cases for social service needs and assists with social services referrals; liaises with Social Services Coordinators to meet programmatic goals
For direct representation cases, performs functions of an accredited representative, including client interviews; appears before immigration agencies; drafts and files applications for benefits; maintains current case information and wellbeing updates; ensures regular client check-ins in coordination with attorneys
For pro bono cases, assists in case audits and ensures timely updates in the case management system; supports targeted pro bono activities with resources and training materials
Qualifications and requirements Undergraduate degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or high school diploma with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Fluent in English and Spanish for direct communication with children and caregivers
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with children, at-risk youth, immigrants or refugee populations, or trauma-informed settings
Minimum of 4 years of experience in humanitarian-based immigration work, including intakes and legal applications
Minimum of 3 years of experience working independently on projects or programs
Minimum of 2 years of experience with detained populations or youth in diverse settings
Minimum of 1 year experience presenting legal information to immigrant audiences
Proven ability to supervise or coach others on programs or projects
Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to collaborate and multi-task in a dynamic environment; prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate
Commitment to wellbeing and work-life balance
Experience working remotely is preferred but not required
Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying the employee portion for one medical plan option
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
Pre-tax transit and parking accounts
Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
For a complete list of benefits, please click here.
Wellness
KIND prioritizes wellness through mindfulness and wellness trainings, wellness platforms, Employee Assistance and resilience programs, time away, and office wellness activities. For more information about our wellness initiatives, please visit the provided link.
Application instructions
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team, along with your resume and cover letter.
Disclaimer:
KIND is committed to ethical recruitment and hiring with a no-fees policy. We never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. Interviews are conducted via telephone or video conference. For more information, see KIND employment practices at supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/.
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