Affirmative Litigation Paralegal - CCLS (Fresno)

Affirmative Litigation Paralegal - CCLS (Fresno)
The Affiantive Litigation paralegal will provide civil litigation and advocacy support to the program, as directed by their supervisor. This will include, but not be limited to interview clients, assess and investigate facts in a variety of cases, as well drafting various pleadings and legal documents. Though the primary focus will be civil litigation support the paralegal may also be asked to assist in arranging for, and managing, the training and education of the CCLS advocacy staff in their duties and responsibilities.

Duties

Assist with drafting pleadings, discovery, document management, and general case management in housing cases;

Interview, assist, and otherwise provide high quality services to clients consistent with CCLS program priorities;

Participate in weekly CCLS case review meetings;

Interface with other CCLS and California advocates on issues of mutual interest;

Participate with client groups and community-based service providers;

Carry out CCLS policies and procedures;

Attend training and keep abreast of changes in the law;

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience providing civil litigation support to attorneys in a law firm, legal department, or equivalent setting;

Demonstrate a genuine interest in the needs and legal rights of low-income people and elderly or disabled persons;

Ability to follow case review policies and procedures;

Knowledge of the principles and procedures of court proceedings;

Knowledge of, or ability to learn, law involving housing rights and tenant defense;

Ability to conduct client interviews, investigations, legal research, analytical reasoning ability, case review and problem solving;

Superior interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;

Ability to work closely with others in a small unit setting: a commitment to teamwork is essential;

Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of individuals and organizations including ability to provide leadership within a culturally diverse environment; must maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public;

Competency/experience with PC systems and standard software (Microsoft Office, Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other relevant databases);

Reliable transportation, a valid CA Drivers’ License with appropriate car insurance.

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