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Arraignment Paralegal I - Organization: The Legal Aid Society - Department: Criminal Defense Practice
Salary Range: $53,295 - $81,795
Job Description:
- Work in a courthouse court part gathering client information for the attorneys
- Interact with clients and assist their families by providing case related information
- Access information from court records and assist attorneys
- Scanning and uploading criminal court files into LAS databases
- Enter and search for data on various databases
- Record case information using manual or electronic means
- Conduct criminal history and conflicts checks following established protocol
- Prepare written and electronic reports summarizing information complied
- Obtain and copy court and office files
- Assemble court files and materials for attorneys
- Liaison between attorneys and their clients
- Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports from various databases
- Update court calendars
- Office filing
- Create and maintain case files
- Provide general information to clients, clients’ families, vendors, and staff
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma / GED or at least 2 years of work experience
- Proficient computer skills
- Strong interpersonal, communications, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Ability to problem-solve and multi-task
- Position may require work in office, courtroom, and other field settings
- Knowledge of NYC public transportation and ability to commute to court locations across all 5 boroughs
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid vacation
- Disability and life insurance
- Higher education and loan forgiveness opportunities
Work Authorization:
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for a work visa or permit
- LAS is unable to sponsor employment visas or permits
How to Apply:
- All applications must be completed online via the career portal
- Submit cover letter and resume as a combined PDF
- For technical difficulties or questions, email
Equal Employment Opportunity:
- The Legal Aid Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
- Prohibits discriminatory employment actions and treatment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
- The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice, and excellent representation
- Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues
- Continuous learning about identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression
- Participation in efforts to dismantle bias in all forms
Arraignment Paralegal I - Organization: The Legal Aid Society - Department: Criminal Defense Practice
Salary Range: $53,295 - $81,795
Job Description:
- Work in a courthouse court part gathering client information for the attorneys
- Interact with clients and assist their families by providing case related information
- Access information from court records and assist attorneys
- Scanning and uploading criminal court files into LAS databases
- Enter and search for data on various databases
- Record case information using manual or electronic means
- Conduct criminal history and conflicts checks following established protocol
- Prepare written and electronic reports summarizing information complied
- Obtain and copy court and office files
- Assemble court files and materials for attorneys
- Liaison between attorneys and their clients
- Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports from various databases
- Update court calendars
- Office filing
- Create and maintain case files
- Provide general information to clients, clients’ families, vendors, and staff
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma / GED or at least 2 years of work experience
- Proficient computer skills
- Strong interpersonal, communications, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Ability to problem-solve and multi-task
- Position may require work in office, courtroom, and other field settings
- Knowledge of NYC public transportation and ability to commute to court locations across all 5 boroughs
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid vacation
- Disability and life insurance
- Higher education and loan forgiveness opportunities
Work Authorization:
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for a work visa or permit
- LAS is unable to sponsor employment visas or permits
How to Apply:
- All applications must be completed online via the career portal
- Submit cover letter and resume as a combined PDF
- For technical difficulties or questions, email
Equal Employment Opportunity:
- The Legal Aid Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
- Prohibits discriminatory employment actions and treatment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
- The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice, and excellent representation
- Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues
- Continuous learning about identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression
- Participation in efforts to dismantle bias in all forms
Arraignment Paralegal I - Organization: The Legal Aid Society - Department: Criminal Defense Practice
Salary Range: $53,295 - $81,795
Job Description:
- Work in a courthouse court part gathering client information for
