What are the responsibilities and job description for the ATLAS Intake Paralegal position at Legal Aid of West Virginia?
Legal Aid of West Virginia (LAWV) is seeking a skilled motivated Intake Paralegal to join our Charleston Office. LAWV offers a great family friendly work environment and excellent benefit package which includes medical, dental and life insurance and paid leave.
This position will be part of our Access to Legal Aid Services (ATLAS) centralized intake unit. The paralegal will process telephone intakes from applicants seeking legal assistance with civil cases matters. The paralegal will assist in identifying eligible clients and assign legal cases to the appropriate advocate within the organization.
The Charleston office serves 7 counties and is the largest office in our firm. This position offers a chance to work with a diverse group of advocates and clients on a variety of social justice and poverty issues. While the main office is in Charleston, outdoor enthusiasts will be delighted to learn that we are just a stone’s throw from some of the state’s most beautiful landmarks, including the New River Gorge, Kanawha State Forest, and the Hatfield/McCoy Trail. Additionally, the nearby Elk, Kanawha and Coal Rivers offer some of the best kayaking opportunities. Lovers of the arts and culture can spend their days exploring the Clay Center for the Arts and Science and the Capitol Market, and their nights enjoying a great meal at one of our many local restaurants. And if you are looking to get away for a weekend, Charleston is a few hours from Columbus, Ohio, Cleveland, Ohio, Cincinnati, OH, Lexington, KY and Pittsburgh, PA.
If you are passionate about serving others and want to do rewarding work, please send your cover letter and resume by April 14, 2023. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. LAWV is an organization dedicated to equity, justice and inclusion and our organization culture reflects that by seeking and supporting employees from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. EOE qualified women, people with disabilities, minorities, or members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25,244.00 - $29,341.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Work Location: One location
Salary : $25,244 - $29,341
