About us: Legal Aid of North Carolina is a statewide, nonprofit law firm that provides free legal services in civil matters to low-income people to ensure equal access to justice and to remove legal barriers to economic opportunity. Legal Aid is an innovative, creative, progressive, and efficient civil legal service provider to the poor, working towards an inclusive justice system of equal access. All voices are valued, heard, and respected.
Who we are looking for: The Second Chance Wilmington branch of the Second Chance Project is seeking a full-time Paralegal. The ideal candidate is passionate about the Second Chance practice, is a creative problem solver and highly motivated. He or she will be experienced in the legal field, passionate about social justice, exhibit empathy and patience, and have the communication and organizational skills needed to work in a fast-paced legal environment. Paralegals serve as a primary point of contact for clients, offering empathetic and professional support throughout all stages of representation. The position requires the ability to communicate effectively with clients, multitask, and possibly handle a caseload of expunction and driver’s license restoration files.
Why this role matters: The work performed by the individual in this role will support Legal Aid attorneys and staff who devise strategies and pursue legal remedies to help clients obtain successful outcomes.
What you will do:
- Provide direct legal services, under the supervision of a licensed attorney, to clients in expunctions and driver’s license restoration.
- Assist with outreach events.
- Schedule client appointments.
- Conduct client interviews in person and over the phone.
- Determine client eligibility for services.
- Maintain and organize client files, both electronic and physical, ensuring all case documentation is complete and up to date.
- Ensure that compliance rules are followed and that files contain required documentation.
- Draft correspondence and preparing legal documents and pleadings for attorney review.
- Assist attorneys with case preparation, including legal research and document review.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
What you will bring to Legal Aid of North Carolina:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited school.
- No pending North Carolina State Paralegal disciplinary proceedings.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent judgement and discretion.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Strong professional ethics.
- A passion to serve low-income clients.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume team environment.
What we offer:
- Compensation: Based on the Paralegal salary scale and aligned with relevant years of experience
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with a discretionary employer contribution
- Flexible Work Environment: Promoting work-life balance and employee well-being.
- Paid Leave: Generous paid time off and holidays
- Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for eligible employees.
- Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance and disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services
- Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing learning and growth
Legal Aid of North Carolina believes all our professionals bring unique approaches and ideas to solving problems and advancing our mission.
If this is the work environment you would like to join, we invite you to apply for this wonderful opportunity. Please submit a cover letter and resume with the subject line “Paralegal” and the posting number: 202608-467 to: jobs@legalaidnc.org.
Professional reference checks and a pre-employment background check will be conducted as a condition of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Legal Aid of North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants and make employment decisions based on experience, qualifications, and organizational needs.