Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc. (LASO) is a statewide, non-profit law firm that is committed to ensuring access to justice for all Oklahomans. LASO is seeking a full-time Paralegal in the Oklahoma City area. LASO offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits, which include employer-paid health and dental insurance, an employer-funded pension, and generous paid leave. Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This position may be responsible, as assigned, for: conducting intakes, investigating client issues, undertaking legal research, drafting documents, making community education presentations, and/or acting as an advocate, as permitted by law, all under the supervision of a licensed attorney.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:
- Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
- Previous paralegal experience, certification in paralegal studies, or related studies preferred but not required.
- Proven knowledge of operations, practices and procedures of relevant courts and administrative agencies, preferred.
- Proven legal research ability, preferred.
- Bilingual - English/Spanish, required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Some variances may be present due to differences in office and staffing size.
- Interview clients and enter appropriate information into the computerized case management system.
- As permitted by law and where no license is required, provide legal assistance on behalf of clients in areas of expertise, including advice, informal advocacy or negotiation, and formal advocacy in allowable forums with minimal supervision.
- In substantive areas where a license is required and as directed or reviewed by a supervising or other licensed attorney, relay advice or other assistance to clients or facilitate the referral of clients to other legal services programs or other resources, including acting as liaison.
- Prepare legal documents and other correspondence as needed.
- Assist in training and/or cross-training of other staff members or volunteers.
- Attend training in relevant substantive and procedural law areas as set forth in an approved training plan or as directed by management.
- Conduct legal research and investigations on behalf of clients and provide assistance to other staff members as needed, including the preparation of summaries of findings and recommendations regarding assigned questions.
- Assist the attorneys with their cases – drafting documents, filing pleadings at the courthouse, sending mail to clients.
- Prepare reports as required by LASO, LSC, or other relevant funders, such as Title III area aging agencies.
- As needed, conduct home visits or see clients in nursing homes or other facilities when they are unable to travel to the office for service.
- Represent LASO in a professional manner to community groups and civic organizations.
- Conduct community education programs for client groups on their rights, the services provided by the program, and other resources within the justice community.
- Attend senior and health fairs, as needed.
- Attend LASO and other program meetings, including serving on statewide committees and participating as needed.
- Demonstrate knowledge and expertise of the law and legal system.
- Embrace and support LASO’s overall mission, standards, policies and procedures, and confidentiality guidelines.
- Perform other duties as required or requested by management.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills: able to work well with a wide range of people.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules.
- Good follow through on projects and deliverables.
- Good analytical skills.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate resourcefulness and ability to take initiative in development and completion of projects.
- Strong sense of customer service.
- Good proficiency Microsoft Office and other computer applications.
- Ability and willingness to continue professional development.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This work is sedentary and requires the following physical activities or the ability to perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodation:
- Sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking, hearing and visual acuity.
- Frequent lifting (up to 25 pounds of paper supplies and minor office equipment).
- Driving to client locations and other sites, as needed.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Normal office environment.
NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
*Please note that the salary listed in the job post for this position has not been provided, reviewed, or approved by LASO and may bear no relation to the actual salary being offered for this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,238.16 - $47,254.55 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
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Work Location: In person