Role OverviewThe Paralegal Casehandler will join the Employment Law Unit, a citywide unit that provides legal services to low-wage and unemployed workers. The unit works closely with community-based organizations, conducting trainings on workers' rights, providing legal advice and assistance, and responding to community concerns.
What You Will Do
The Paralegal Casehandler will manage their own caseload, provide advice and direct assistance to clients, represent clients at unemployment insurance hearings and appeals, and conduct outreach and community training.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to serving low-income workers, excellent written, oral advocacy, and computer skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (strongly preferred)
- Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited paralegal program
- High school diploma / GED and 4+ years of legal work experience
- 4+ years of combined higher education and legal work experience
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid vacation
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- New York state loan forgiveness programs
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