RiseBoro Community Partnership
Responsibilities
The Paralegal works alongside LEAP staff attorneys and supervisors to ensure that low‑income residents receive high‑quality, free legal services and assistance designed to preserve safe and affordable housing, and prevent needless homelessness by representing tenants facing illegal or unnecessary evictions, displacement, and tenant harassment.
Pre‑screen potential cases through court‑administered legal services programs
Assist attorneys with coordinating and facilitating compliance with vacating and payment deadlines, along with compliance with probationary agreements
Act as primary contact for clients from intake to case resolution and interpret for clients/attorneys as needed
Prepare, organize and file correspondence documents, including court documents as necessary
Requisition and obtain certified copies of documentary evidence from courts and administrative agencies as needed
Draft, review, and/or assemble routine legal and litigation documents, including subpoenas, affidavits, pleadings, orders to show cause, motions, etc.
Conduct legal research as needed
Maintain the office court calendar for upcoming appearances and hearings, using various databases including e‑courts
Update client tracking database, case monitoring, and other miscellaneous data entry assignments as needed
Assist attorneys and clients in attaining outstanding repairs during litigation and after court agreements or decisions; assist with drafting requests for inspection and conducting site visits to monitor access for repairs/document observations
Assist attorneys in preparing witnesses and other materials for cases or trial
Advocate on behalf of clients with social service organizations, governmental agencies, and other third parties to obtain needed services and benefits, etc.
Facilitate and/or assist with evening tenant’s rights workshops for program participants and the community at large
Attend staff or other meetings as designated
Assist in identifying, advocating, and/or initiating building‑wide repair resolution in conjunction with RiseBoro Tenant Organizer's possible Post Office runs
Other responsibilities as assigned
Competencies
A minimum of 2 years working in a legal office setting
Bilingual: Spanish, Patois, Haitian‑Creole, French‑Creole preferred
Strong organizational skills
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Strong writing, communication, and advocacy skills; possess an entrepreneurial spirit
Ability to work independently and collaborate with others as a team
Ability to problem‑solve as needed
Ability to build and maintain relationships
Proficient in MS Office, Adobe, document scanning, and email communication required
Willing to work with and support marginalized populations, such as people at‑risk of homelessness, and immigrant communities
Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, courts, and legal procedures preferred
Knowledge of NYC Housing Court, entitlements, and rental assistance programs preferred
Experience working in non‑profit organizations preferred
Commitment to RiseBoro’s mission, vision, and values
Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Commitment to supporting communities that have experienced systemic oppression and bias (i.e. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice‑involved persons, etc.)
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree plus 2 years of experience in legal services required
Paralegal certificate, bachelor’s degree or Juris Doctor preferred
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Policy It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectionate preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay‑off, recall and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Non‑profit Organization Management
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Pre‑screen potential cases through court‑administered legal services programs
Assist attorneys with coordinating and facilitating compliance with vacating and payment deadlines, along with compliance with probationary agreements
Act as primary contact for clients from intake to case resolution and interpret for clients/attorneys as needed
Prepare, organize and file correspondence documents, including court documents as necessary
Requisition and obtain certified copies of documentary evidence from courts and administrative agencies as needed
Draft, review, and/or assemble routine legal and litigation documents, including subpoenas, affidavits, pleadings, orders to show cause, motions, etc.
Conduct legal research as needed
Maintain the office court calendar for upcoming appearances and hearings, using various databases including e‑courts
Update client tracking database, case monitoring, and other miscellaneous data entry assignments as needed
Assist attorneys and clients in attaining outstanding repairs during litigation and after court agreements or decisions; assist with drafting requests for inspection and conducting site visits to monitor access for repairs/document observations
Assist attorneys in preparing witnesses and other materials for cases or trial
Advocate on behalf of clients with social service organizations, governmental agencies, and other third parties to obtain needed services and benefits, etc.
Facilitate and/or assist with evening tenant’s rights workshops for program participants and the community at large
Attend staff or other meetings as designated
Assist in identifying, advocating, and/or initiating building‑wide repair resolution in conjunction with RiseBoro Tenant Organizer's possible Post Office runs
Other responsibilities as assigned
Competencies
A minimum of 2 years working in a legal office setting
Bilingual: Spanish, Patois, Haitian‑Creole, French‑Creole preferred
Strong organizational skills
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Strong writing, communication, and advocacy skills; possess an entrepreneurial spirit
Ability to work independently and collaborate with others as a team
Ability to problem‑solve as needed
Ability to build and maintain relationships
Proficient in MS Office, Adobe, document scanning, and email communication required
Willing to work with and support marginalized populations, such as people at‑risk of homelessness, and immigrant communities
Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, courts, and legal procedures preferred
Knowledge of NYC Housing Court, entitlements, and rental assistance programs preferred
Experience working in non‑profit organizations preferred
Commitment to RiseBoro’s mission, vision, and values
Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Commitment to supporting communities that have experienced systemic oppression and bias (i.e. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice‑involved persons, etc.)
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree plus 2 years of experience in legal services required
Paralegal certificate, bachelor’s degree or Juris Doctor preferred
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Policy It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectionate preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay‑off, recall and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Non‑profit Organization Management
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