Paralegal (non-case handling)

Description

Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP), a statewide nonprofit law firm, seeks a Paralegal (non-case handling) to work in the Macon Regional Office. This is an administrative, non-attorney position that will work closely with the office’s Staff Attorneys, Regional Operations Manager, and other staff. The successful candidate will be highly organized, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for serving low-income Georgians with these abilities.

About Georgia Legal Services Program

Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) is a statewide, nonprofit public interest law firm in Georgia that offers free civil legal services to low-income individuals, fostering equal access to justice and opportunities out of poverty. GLSP is founded on the belief that everyone deserves high-quality legal services regardless of income, age, race, or other demographic factors.

GLSP runs 10 regional offices that serve Georgians with low incomes living outside metro Atlanta in 154 of the state’s 159 counties. GLSP employs approximately 182 full-time staff members. We provide free legal aid across a wide range of civil issues, including family law, housing, access to public benefits, eviction prevention, farmworkers' rights, and educational access.

Job Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

· Provide administrative and litigation support for legal workers in the Macon office.

· Preparing and drafting letters, briefs and case filings for legal workers.

· Operate all office equipment (i.e., printers, copiers, fax machines, telephones, and computer equipment).

· Assist office manager with various tasks and projects.

· Cover the Front desk and assist walk in clients

· Distribution of incoming mail

· Keeps current on knowledge of office priorities, procedures, and GLSP/LSC regulations and priorities.

· He/she must have an exceptional knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.

Benefits

• Salary range $35,975 - $47,725, dependent upon experience and qualifications. 
• Probationary period: 6 months
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability plan
• 15 accrued vacation days, including 2 personal days. Vacation days increase to 20 days after      3 years of employment
• 15 accrued sick days
• 13 paid holidays, including your birthday holiday 
• 3 Summer Days (paid holidays of your choosing during the summer)
• 35 hours per week. 
• 403(b) retirement plan with GLSP 4% match up to $5,000
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave
• Organizational Wellness activities
• Professional development opportunities
• Additional supplement for employees who pass GLSP’s Spanish      proficiency test and use Spanish in their GLSP position 

Requirements

Qualifications

· Vehicle and valid driver’s license required for business-related travel

· Excellent writing skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Effective oral and written communication skills

· Demonstrated desire and capacity to serve low-income populations

· Excellent interpersonal skills

· Ability to innovate and improve existing programs

· Experience working in a law firm or nonprofit organization preferred

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· High School Graduate; some college or relevant work experience preferred

· Ability to speak Spanish is highly preferred

· Ability to organize and prioritize work

· Good track record completing tasks in a timely manner

· Prior experience as a GLSP paralegal, receptionist, or client pre-screener is a plus