Paralegal

The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland is expanding to serve more clients and is seeking a Paralegal to support attorneys in our Economic Justice Practice Group. Paralegals play a critical role in our work, conducting client interviews, maintaining client contact, engaging in community outreach, assisting with advocacy and litigation, managing case files, and supporting office operations.

Focus Areas:

• Representing low-wage workers in employment, unemployment and tax issues, bankruptcy, consumer, and foreclosure matters.

• Conduct client intake interviews and prepare related forms and documents.
• Draft pleadings, court forms, letters, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Conduct factual investigations and legal research, including drafting memoranda.
• Organize and maintain electronic and paper case files with detailed documentation.
• Support attorneys in all aspects of representation, including preparing evidence for hearings and trials.
• Conduct outreach, community legal education, and provide appropriate referrals.
• Participate in office meetings and professional development.
• Perform office management and reception duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

• Commitment to Legal Aid’s mission and experience working with low-income communities.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of office experience, preferably in a legal setting.
• Strong organizational, time management, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and case management software.
• High level of professionalism.
• Spanish fluency strongly preferred.

• Paralegal 1: $48,000 – $72,000 DOE
• Paralegal 2: $54,000 – $82,000 DOE
• Top third of salary ranges reserved for candidates with deep skills, long tenure, and consistent exceptional performance
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with up to 13% employer contribution, paid time off, and more.