Paralegal/Intake Specialist South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program Mobile, AL Job Details Full-time $43,680 - $47,840 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Computer operation Phone communication Legal office phone management Intake Caseload management Basic math Filing Client file management Legal document sorting and filing Client referral services Organizational skills Telephone systems Typing Productivity software Paralegal experience Office phone management Office record organization
Full Job Description Position Summary:
This position requires you to manage SAVLP's client intake services, assess applicants' legal issues, and make appropriate referrals. This position is responsible for conducting client intake by telephone and in person, screening applicants for eligibility based on program guidelines, referring clients to volunteers, and maintaining client files. The paralegal/intake specialist also will be responsible for assisting the Executive Director and Pro Bono Manager with projects and traveling to off-site clinics.
Requirements:
A paralegal degree, paralegal certification, or 1-2 years of legal experience The ability to type at a minimum speed of 60 words per minute with accuracy Understanding of the legal system Familiarity with legal case management software systems such as Legal Files, Microsoft Office Suite, and basic business mathematics Basic technology skills to operate computer systems, software, and phone system The ability to deal with clients under stress or in crisis, by maintaining a calm, professional and positive demeanor Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple tasks such as answering calls, opening files, completing intake, preparing documents, referring clients to volunteers, and maintaining files Flexibility as projects may change and evolve Other projects or duties as determined by the Executive Director The Paralegal/Intake Specialist is based in Mobile, Alabama but must be able to travel throughout Baldwin, Clarke, Mobile, and Washington Counties as needed. Salary is commensurate with experience; comprehensive and generous benefits package, including full health insurance coverage for employee, retirement plan, PTO, and sabbatical policy. Job offer contingent upon successful completion of background check.
TO APPLY
Applicants should send a résumé and cover letter describing experience, qualifications and interest in the position to the South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program by email to .