Legal Staff Paralegal in Dubuque, IA

Public Interest

Dubuque, IA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Dubuque, IA

Legal Staff

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Paralegal Position at **Members Only**: Duties, Qualifications, and Application Process

Position: Paralegal at **Members Only**

**Members Only** is seeking a paralegal to join our team and provide support and assistance to our staff attorneys as they provide free legal assistance and community legal education to low-income and other vulnerable Iowans. This position is based in one of our regional offices located in Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs, Davenport, Des Moines, Dubuque, Iowa City, Mason City, Ottumwa, Sioux City, or Waterloo.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct initial client screening and intake, including data entry, financial eligibility assessment, and conflict status evaluation
- Assist staff attorneys with legal tasks under their direction and supervision
- Collaborate with other agencies for referrals
- Conduct legal research and prepare documents
- Provide on-site support for Eviction Help Desks
- Manage case management systems
- Represent **Members Only** in the community and with client groups
- Advocate before administrative agencies
- Coordinate and conduct outreach and community legal education
- Perform administrative and clerical work as needed
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree; preference for candidates with a paralegal degree or equivalent experience
- Experience working with vulnerable populations, such as low-income individuals, elderly, victims of domestic/sexual violence, people of color, and/or individuals with disabilities
- Knowledge of trauma-informed services
- Bilingual verbal and written communication skills in one of the languages commonly used by low-income Iowans (. Arabic, Bosnian, Spanish, Vietnamese)

Opening/Closing Date:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Salary/Benefits:

Current entry level salary is $41,873, with non-entry level salaries dependent on relevant experience. We also offer excellent fringe benefits.

Application Process:

To apply, please email a letter of application (including geographic preference), resume, academic transcripts, and contact information for at least three professional references to Frank Tenuta at .

**Members Only** is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In the News:

**Members Only** has been making headlines with our work to provide legal assistance to those in need. Our recent initiatives include launching a mobile law office for disaster response, opening a new headquarters, and implementing an eviction prevention program. We have also been featured in various media outlets for our successful cases, such as recovering $180,000 for a couple who were cheated out of their home.

Popular Resources:

At **Members Only**, we understand the importance of access to basic necessities. That's why we offer resources for paying for utilities and food assistance, including information for immigrants. We also have resources available in Spanish for our Spanish-speaking community members.

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about social justice and helping vulnerable populations, consider joining our team at **Members Only**. We offer a rewarding and fulfilling work environment, competitive salary and benefits, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Apply today and be a part of our mission to provide equal access to justice for all.