Paralegal - General Practice

Posted: Aug 18, 2026

Location: Yonkers, NY

About the role

Reporting to the Attorney in Charge/Supervising Attorney, the paralegal is responsible for general practice functions and duties in support of attorneys and clients. Paralegals are case handlers in the units and are responsible for the provision of legal advice and services to the appropriate clients. They do not provide secretarial services. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters for over 50 years, focusing on eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud, and more. LSVH serves nearly 600,000 low‑income individuals and families across a seven‑county area, handling over 12,000 cases impacting almost 30,000 household members each year. The organization is committed to equity, respect, and building a workforce that reflects the communities it serves.

Responsibilities

• Intake- initial interviews and in-depth screening of applicants for eligibility and services
• Follow-up investigations for eligible clients
• Communicate legal advice and assistance to clients under the supervision of an attorney
• Maintenance of a caseload, under the supervision of an attorney
• Provide technical and research assistance and other such support to attorneys as approved by the Attorney in Charge or Supervising Attorney
• Maintain both physical and electronic files in case management system for clients and applicants for services, and in compliance with funder requirements
• Provide information concerning the services the Agency provides to the public
• Provide referrals of eligible and ineligible clients to other organizations for assistance
• Close files, which includes organizing and uploading appropriate documents to the case management system
• Perform translation and interpretation if bilingual
• Participate in outreach programs
• Acclimate new employees in the program to intake procedures and the services the employer provides to the public

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in paralegal studies
• Familiarity with Microsoft programs-primarily Word
• Strong organizational