Paralegal

About the role

MIXTECO INDIGENA COMMUNITY ORGANIZING PROJECT is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 that supports, organizes, and empowers indigenous migrant communities in California's Central Coast. MICOP offers a fast-paced, multilingual, and multicultural work environment dedicated to its mission.

Responsibilities

• Met with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Aids attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.

Requirements

• Associate degree in paralegal studies or related field; Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
• Some related experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Benefits

MICOP is an equal opportunity employer.