Paralegal I - Bronx - Tandym

A recognized legal services organization is currently seeking a Spanish-speaking professional to join their staff as their new Paralegal I.

Responsibilities:

Support with client intake, including:

• Screening / referrals
• Assist with completing client intake forms and releases
• Register and schedule clients for appointments and interviews
• Intermediate conflict checks
• Unit Law Manager file maintenance and updates
• Refer clients, when applicable, to outside agencies and services

Law Manager data entry and maintenance, including:

• Open and close cases
• Maintain and update case details
• Scan files
• Generating routine reports
• Responsible for record and file management, including archiving cases in Law Manager and managing off-site file storage

Mail Services:

• Scan and distribute incoming mail and manage the preparation and sending of outgoing mail
• Manage court-ordered service of documents via mail, email, and fax
• Messenger assignments that include field delivery/pickups and service of legal papers
• Office reception and switchboard coverage, providing general information and assistance to visitors, guests, clients, vendors, etc.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience is required
• Fluency in Spanish
• One year of experience in a legal or other relevant work (paid or unpaid) environment is highly preferred
• Some relevant college level work and/or paralegal training preferred
• Strong writing, verbal, and organization skills
• Proficiency in word processing and strong computer skills
• Ability to learn and efficiently use new systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on a team
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and/or weekends
• Experience in and/or commitment to advocacy on behalf of low-income people is strongly desired