Paralegal / Law Clerk

Position Title: Paralegal / Law Clerk
Engagement Type: Consulting (Contractor)
 Location: Remote with travel as needed
Estimated Hours: 400 hours over 12 months
Reports To: Lead Attorney 

Role Summary:

The Paralegal/Law Clerk will support the General Counsel team by conducting legal research, preparing documentation, and assisting with the development of legal and policy materials. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with a passion for civil rights and public policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal and policy research under the direction of the Lead Attorney.
  
• Draft and format legal memoranda, policy briefs, and legislative summaries.
  
• Assist in preparing materials for public hearings, stakeholder meetings, and Commission reports.
  
• Maintain legal files and ensure version control of documents.
  
• Support logistics and documentation for community engagement activities.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification.
  
• At least 2 years of experience supporting legal or policy teams.
  
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills.
  
• Familiarity with civil rights, public policy, or legislative processes preferred.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with commissions, nonprofits, or government agencies.
  
• Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
  
• Interest in reparative justice or racial equity initiatives.