Paralegal - Public Benefits - Legal Aid Chicago

Job Description

For over 50 years, Legal Aid Chicago has provided free civil legal assistance to people living in poverty in metropolitan Chicago. Each year our attorneys, volunteers, and staff help resolve civil legal problems, including domestic violence, consumer fraud, and unfair evictions. Legal Aid Chicago was founded on the philosophy that all individuals are entitled to quality civil legal representation, regardless of their income. We work to ensure that poverty is not an impediment to justice.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills, highly developed organizational skills, great client counseling skills and genuine desire to interact with clients
• Knowledge of and experience with public benefits issues is valued and should be highlighted in the cover letter
• The successful applicant will be collegial and demonstrate a commitment to and experience with our client communities and/or people living in poverty
• Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Employee Assistance Program resources
• Monthly internet stipend