Temporary Legal Assistant & Receptionist

Indiana Legal Services, Inc. Job Announcement Temporary Legal Assistant & Receptionist Agency Description

Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a statewide, not‑for‑profit organization that provides free legal services to eligible clients in civil cases through eight branch offices. ILS is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, Indiana Civil Legal Aid Fund, United Ways, Area Agencies on Aging, and approximately 60 other funding sources.

ILS is committed to being an equal‑opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any category protected by law.

This position is located in the Merrillville office of Indiana Legal Services.

This is a part‑time temporary legal assistant and receptionist position (30 hours per week). The role supports attorneys and performs receptionist duties. It is temporary through 31 May 2026.

• Provide assistance to attorneys with clerical and administrative tasks.
• Draft letters and documents under the supervision of an attorney.
• Communicate with clients and others.
• Complete applications with potential clients.
• Refer clients and applicants to other agencies.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Greet clients and other visitors to the office.
• Answer telephone calls to the office.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and able to quickly learn new software.
• College degree, paralegal certification, experience working in a law office, and/or experience in social services is preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish language is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work well with persons of diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality.
• Ability to work as a team member and collaborate with others.
• Ability to work in person 30 hours per week (M–F).
• Dedicated to the mission of Indiana Legal Services.

Starting salary is $33,165, with a range up to a maximum of $44,127, depending on relevant experience. ILS offers an excellent fringe benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, a flex benefit plan, and generous vacation and sick leave.

As soon as reasonably possible.

Apply online by submitting a letter explaining your interest and experience, your resume, and a list of at least three professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers.