Law Assistant

About Hiscock Legal Aid:

Hiscock Legal Aid (HLA), founded in 1949, is a non-profit agency located in Syracuse, New York. Committed to promoting equal justice under the law, HLA is a primary provider of legal services for low-income individuals in Central New York. Learn more about our mission at www.hlalaw.org. About the

Position:

HLA seeks a law assistant to join our office to support our mission of providing high-quality representation to clients in a variety of legal matters, including family law, matrimonial, housing, unemployment insurance, and/or other areas. The law assistant will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the various needs of the organization. Tasks could include supporting attorneys, entering information into our case management system, completing client screenings and intakes, receiving and directing telephone calls or walk-ins, drafting correspondence and other documents, scanning mail, delivering or picking up documents, and assisting with scheduling. This position presents a unique opportunity to join a collaborative office working to provide high-quality legal services to people in need.

Qualifications:

Paralegal Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent work experience in a legal office. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other computer software. Cultural competency and ability to build a rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds. Ability to multi-task and work both independently and as part of a team. Diverse economic, social, and/or cultural experiences. Sense of humor strongly appreciated.

Hourly Wage:

Fixed starting rate of $21.30 per hour.

Benefits:

Excellent fringe benefits include generous paid vacation, sick, personal, and hourly leave totaling more than 30 days per year; minimum of 14 paid holidays per year; health, dental, life, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; reduced membership to the YMCA of CNY; $100 monthly parking/transportation stipend; reimbursement for bi-annual attorney registration and other professional fees; and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Work-Life Balance:

Enjoy standard office hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, and from Memorial Day until Labor Day staff can frequently take advantage of summer hours and leave at 4:00 pm.

Hybrid Work:

While new hires are expected to be in-office everyday for the first month or so, after that Law Assistants can have a set schedule of working from home up to two days per week. Hiscock Legal Aid is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, and communities to apply.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.30 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Syracuse, NY 13202