Paralegal- Veterans Advocacy Project

Overview

The Veteran’s Advocacy Project Paralegal will provide a wide range of legal support and advocacy to veterans in Palm Beach County. This position will be responsible for assisting project in the holistic representation of veterans in a variety of areas. The paralegal is expected to be active in the community through participation in outreach and community organizations. Work schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m., with additional evening or weekend work as required to effectively represent clients.

Travel around Palm Beach County is required.

A successful candidate will have great attention to detail, excellent telephone communication skills, an eagerness to learn, the ability to multi-task, the ability to effectively collaborate with a team, empathy, the ability to work well independently, and the ability to take direction well.

• Supports Attorney in representation of veterans in cases involving Family Law, Child Support and modifications, guardianship and some landlord/tenant matters.
• Performs legal research to promote success in litigation and remains current on all developments in Florida law affecting veterans.
• Conducts interviews with clients at the office.
• Provide billing reports, statistics, and case reports for project funders.
• Investigates and develops cases, including conducting necessary interviews and consulting appropriate agencies and resources, conducts e-filing and prepares hearing folders.
• Drafts letters, memos, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents and written materials.
• Maintains accurate and complete records and files regarding cases; keep appropriate billing records.
• Screen clients, engage in intake and make referrals, and follow up referrals of clients to appropriate alternative or additional sources of assistance.
• Develops and maintains relationships with social service agencies.
• Provides community training in areas affecting veterans and caregivers.
• Serves on community, bar, and county committees where feasible.
• Attends staff and other meetings in the community as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information handled.
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
• Works with other staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere.
• Must work the days and hours to perform all assigned tasks and tasks and be courteous in achieving all performance requirements, including attendance standards and work deadlines.
• Must maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees, clients, and community partners.
• Assists the Executive Director and/or supervisor with special projects, assignments and any additional duties as deemed appropriate or as needed.

• Must have 2-4 years of legal experience and/or Bachelor’s in Paralegal Studies or related studies.
• Excellent verbal and written skills and case management abilities.
• Must have a professional attitude and pleasant manner with the public.
• Knowledge of Veteran Benefits and culture is beneficial but not necessary.
• Excellent computer and word processing skills. Proficient in using MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel software.
• Typing speed testing at 55 wpm.
• Proficiency in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Experience with community outreach and planning and delivering public presentations.
• Ability to draft pleadings, familiarity with e-filing and the civil court procedure.
• Prior experience with the litigation process, participation in preparation of trial folder for trials and evidentiary hearings.
• Ability to independently handle a large, diverse and fast-paced caseload.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required.
• Compassionate and comfortable working with a diverse client base.
• Outstanding project management skills; ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Must have a demonstrable commitment to understanding the issues of low-income constituents and be able to appreciate and work with a culturally and demographically diverse population.

• Occasional out-of-area travel and overnight stays may be required.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Legal
• Industries:
  Law Practice

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