Paralegal Family Law & Victims of Crime

Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida, Inc. (CCLA) is a Legal Services Corporation (LSC) funded, non-profit organization. CCLA provides free civil legal services to low-income and other eligible residents of Broward County and is located in Plantation, Florida, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale. Our mission is to improve the lives of low-income persons in our community through advocacy, education, representation, and empowerment. We provide assistance in the areas of Family Law, Economic Advocacy & Community Health (public benefits), and Senior Law for clients age 60 and older. We believe all individuals are entitled to quality civil legal representation and equal access to justice, regardless of their income. 

Currently CCLA is seeking for a Paralegal to work in our Family Law & Victims of Crime Unit. The Paralegal will work under the supervision of the Attorneys to whom assigned as she/he/they provide direct legal services to victims of intimate partner violence and victims of crime.

Position Duties:

• With the unit attorneys, will provide direct services to victims of crime including victims of human trafficking, intimate partner violence, and victims of crime. 
• Assists with matters including, but not limited to: dissolution of marriage (divorce), paternity, mediation of time-sharing and child support, and family court motions.
• Assists with all phases of case work, including intake and interviewing clients, discovery, e-filing, investigations, communicating with applicants and clients, letter writing, and drafting pleadings.
• Assists applicants and clients with completion of necessary forms and application materials accurately and efficiently.
• Ensures all forms and documentation comply with court requirements and standards.
• Conducts interviews with clients to gather relevant information and understand their legal needs. 
• Provides compassionate and respectful assistance to clients, ensuring they feel supported throughout the legal process.
• Maintains detailed and organized case files for each client in case management system.
• Calendar court dates and deadlines for attorneys.
• Tracks and follows up on case progress, ensuring timely and efficient case management. 
• Works with Attorneys, court staff, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive support for clients including communication with opposing attorneys, judicial staff, Clerk of Court staff, law enforcement, interpreters, and service of process staff.
• Coordinates with community organizations and resources to provide referrals for holistic support to clients.
• Complies with all program requirements, including, but not limited to: efficient case management, contemporaneous note taking and time keeping, completion of timely reports, outreach (virtual or in-person), professional development, assist with grant reporting, entry of complete information into case management system, and attending all mandated meetings and trainings.
• Performs other duties as requested by Management, Supervisors, or as required by grant(s).

Position Requirements:

• Associates degree in paralegal studies or a related field, paralegal certification, and/or Bachelor’s degree preferred; however, relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirements. 
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in family law or related legal field preferred. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Zoom, and Adobe Pro.  
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish preferred). 
• Strong understanding of family court procedures and legal documentation. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and work effectively and efficiently.
• Detail-oriented.
• Compassionate and client focused with an understanding of trauma-informed legal assistance. 
• Commitment to CCLA’s mission.
• All candidates must pass a background check before employment begins. 

Here at CCLA we offer our employees an outstanding and generous benefits package, which includes medical, vision, dental (100% employer paid for individual coverage), life, short-term, long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid coverage), supplemental insurance, and a 403(b) plan (tax-sheltered annuity plan) with an employer contribution.

Additionally, CCLA offers substantial discounts on gym memberships, parks, travel, pet insurance, and more, contributing to our employees' overall well-being.

CCLA is very proud of our work-life balance by giving our employees a substantial paid time off package which includes, vacation, sick leave and over 12 holidays a year. At CCLA we offer our employees (non-probationary) a more flexible work schedule by temporarily working a hybrid schedule 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely. 

At CCLA, we foster a positive and supportive work environment where we work hard to provide exceptional service to our community. The work is both challenging and rewarding, and we take pride in the commitment and dedication of our team.

For more information about CCLA, please visit our website at www.coasttocoastlegalaid.org.

CCLA is proud of our diversity. CCLA is an equal opportunity employer and provider.