Paralegal

About the role

We are looking for a bilingual Paralegal to join a mission-focused non-profit team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This Long-term Contract position combines client-facing support with administrative and legal coordination, offering the opportunity to assist individuals and families as they access services and navigate case-related processes. The ideal candidate brings strong organization, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate clearly in both English and Spanish while managing sensitive information with care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily administrative activities such as scheduling, record maintenance, document preparation, and accurate file organization for active matters.
• Support case coordination by updating client information, tracking next steps, and following up to help keep services and legal processes moving forward.
• Assist with paralegal tasks by collecting supporting paperwork, preparing forms, and assembling materials needed for case review and submission.
• Conduct client intake conversations, gather relevant details, and maintain complete and confidential records throughout the life of each case.
• Connect clients with appropriate community programs, internal services, and external resources based on identified needs.
• Communicate professionally with clients, partner organizations, and service providers in both Spanish and English.
• Monitor deadlines and documentation status to help ensure required materials are submitted accurately and on time.
• Contribute to special assignments and provide additional operational support related to client services and legal assistance as needed.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Spanish and English is required for written and verbal communication.
• Prior experience in paralegal support, case coordination, administration, or a related setting is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize information, documents, and competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working with confidential information and handling sensitive situations with discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with case management or document management systems is preferred.
• Experience serving diverse or underserved communities, or knowledge of referral resources and intake processes, is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance are available to contract/temporary professionals.
• Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.