Paralegal

Memphis Area Legal Services - Memphis, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Memphis, TN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Memphis Area Legal Services is seeking two (2) Paralegals with strong administrative, analytical, and organizational skills to conduct interviews of clients, including home visits when appropriate, assist in advising clients, and perform all other case management duties. The Paralegals will be responsible for and/or assist in the provision of high-quality client legal services to qualified individuals and groups under MALS' guidelines and substantive priority areas. This role requires conducting legal research, preparing and drafting legal documents, pleadings, letters, case memos, and referral memoranda as appropriate. The ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues. Spanish-speaking skills are a plus, enhancing the ability to serve a diverse client base.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews of clients, including home visits when appropriate.
• Assist in advising clients on legal matters.
• Perform all case management duties as required.
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, pleadings, letters, and case memos.
• Create referral memoranda as appropriate.
• Provide high-quality legal services to qualified individuals and groups under MALS' guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or graduate of a paralegal training program.
• At least one year of experience as a paralegal.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills.
• Diligence in managing case files and client interactions.
• Excellent people skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Spanish speaking skills.

Benefits

• 401(k)