Paralegal - Legal Services for Elder Justice

Under the supervision of the Director of Legal Services, you will play a vital role in providing legal assistance to eligible individuals and groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews in-office, via telephone, or at community sites (nursing homes, hospitals, etc.) to determine eligibility for legal representation.
• Perform legal research, obtain essential records, and draft documents under the supervision of staff attorneys.
• Conduct factual investigations and record searches for tenant-landlord, Medicaid, and Social Security cases, reporting findings to attorneys.
• Represent clients at administrative hearings and assist in the negotiation and settlement of legal matters.
• Provide legal advice and assistance under attorney supervision; make referrals to non-legal agencies or other legal resources as appropriate.
• Maintain meticulous case records, reports, and statistics within mandated timeframes; reassess client needs on an ongoing basis.
• Identify and inform the Director of Legal Services of crisis situations requiring immediate instruction or direction.

What You’ll Need

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university with a BS/BA degree or equivalent.
• Experience: One year of prior legal experience or a demonstrated interest in Elder Law.
• Technical Skills: Computer literacy, including the ability to learn program-specific software; excellent writing and record-keeping skills.
• Communication: Proficiency in English required; ability to provide clear advice and advocacy to clients.
• Travel: Ability to travel to clients’ homes using mass transit and navigate physical barriers (stairs, etc.) in residences.

Benefits at a Glance

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus Employee Wellness Programs and an EAP.
• Retail Savings: 403(b) plan with Roth option and an employer-funded pension.
• Generous Time Off: Four weeks of vacation, plus holidays, floating holidays, and sick days.
• Flexible Hybrid Work Environment and Career Growth Opportunities.

EEO Statement

JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.