Paralegal - Housing Stability

3-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

## Paralegal - Housing Stability

**Organization** New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) is a civil legal services provider to low-income New Mexicans, providing assistance with a variety of legal issues including domestic violence/family law, consumer protection, housing, and benefits. With locations throughout the state, NMLA is seeking a paralegal for its Statewide Housing Stability program.

**Job Title** Paralegal - Housing Stability

**Location** Applicants may be housed in any of NMLA's statewide office locations, with a preference for the Albuquerque office.

**Responsibilities**

* Process intakes
* Draft pleadings
* Contact clients
* Support attorneys in preparation for court
* Send referrals to other support service agencies
* Engage in outreach
* Arrange and assist with legal clinics

**Qualifications**

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* Expertise in housing and statewide resources available to low-income persons
* Ability to effectively use computer technology and remote communications systems
* Ability to effectively collaborate with staff located in multiple offices
* Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and build collaborative relationships
* Must be able to regularly travel
* Proficiency in Spanish is a plus

**Compensation** Salary is dependent on experience and NMLA offers a comprehensive benefits package and generous holiday and leave package.

**Application Process** Applicants must provide a current resume and a cover letter that explains their interest in this position and the mission of NMLA. Applications will be subject to a background check. NMLA is committed to a strong workforce and recognizes that persons with marks on their record may still be able to perform admirably. Interested applicants should click here to apply. As an alternative, applications can be emailed to . Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Comprehensive benefits package and generous holiday and leave package

Litigation Support, Eviction prevention, Habitability, Reasonable accommodations, Subsidized housing, Low Income housing Tax Credit

Provide a current resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this position and the mission of NMLA by clicking here to apply. Your application will not be considered unless we receive both of these documents. As an alternative, you can email the applicant packet to .

Qualification and Experience At least three years' experience as a Paralegal is preferred but will consider exceptionally well qualified entry level candidates

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