PARALEGAL – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UNIT

Full-time

No

Summary:

Organization: Legal Aid of Western Missouri
Job Title: Paralegal - Economic Development Unit
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Salary: + DOE
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, 401k with employer match
Requirements: Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree or certificate in paralegal studies, excellent communication skills, computer proficiency, valid driver's license and reliable vehicle, fluency in Spanish (encouraged but not required)

The Economic Development Unit of Legal Aid of Western Missouri is seeking a full-time litigation support paralegal in Kansas City, Missouri. This role supports a project attorney who works on community improvement initiatives for a neighborhood association and community development corporation. The paralegal will be responsible for community outreach, client interviews, drafting legal documents, and maintaining files. This position may require occasional evening and weekend work.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree or certificate in paralegal studies, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required, and fluency in Spanish is encouraged.

The salary for this position is plus DOE. The organization also offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in a 401k plan with up to % employer match.

To apply, interested candidates should visit the organization's website and submit an application, resume, and cover letter. Legal Aid of Western Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations can be made for applicants who require them.

In summary, the Paralegal - Economic Development Unit role at Legal Aid of Western Missouri involves supporting a project attorney on community improvement initiatives. The organization offers competitive salary and benefits, and encourages applicants with a paralegal studies background and Spanish fluency to apply. Interested candidates can submit their application online.

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Paid Time Off, Travel and Parking Reimbursement, 401k with employer match

Spanish

Paralegal Studies, Legal Terminology, Legal Communication, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Spanish

Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree, or Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies

Interested candidates should apply through the company's website.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree, Certificate Program

Legal