Legal Aid Society - Kew Gardens, NY
posted 8 days ago
The Paralegal Casehandler position at The Legal Aid Society's Consumer Law Project involves providing legal assistance and representation to low-income New Yorkers facing various consumer issues. The role includes working independently and collaboratively with attorneys to advocate for clients, particularly survivors of intimate partner violence, in matters such as credit card debt, identity theft, and bankruptcy. The position is integral to promoting economic justice and involves direct client interaction, legal research, and community outreach.