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Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Equip for Equality Jul 20,2020 Jul 10,2020 Location USA Chicago IL
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Public Interest

Legal Staff

Litigation - Civil Rights

Min 2 yrs required

Profile

PARALEGAL - CIVIL RIGHTS TEAM The candidate will handle a wide range of legal issues impacting people with disabilities.These issues include: removing barriers to public accommodations and government services and programs; criminal justice; community integration to support individuals to live in the most integrated community setting; employment discrimination; transportation; the right to be free from abuse and neglect; individuals’ legal rights in institutions and community settings; and self-determination and personal decision-making in the context of guardianship and other forms of substituted decision-making. As an integral member of the Civil Rights Team the paralegal works in three general areas. First, conducting client interviews regarding abuse, neglect, and self-determination. Second, assisting with our class action cases and advocacy on behalf of prisoners with disabilities. Third, project-based work for the litigation team.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Paralegal certificate and or previous paralegal work is a plus. Should have Strong written and oral communication skills. must have experience with Excel and data analysis and experience with and/or commitment to working with low income and diverse client populations. Should have personal and/or professional experience with people with disabilities. Spanish language fluency is a plus.

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submit resume and cover letter.

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