Supports the eviction prevent work of the Alternatives to Landlord Tenant Court attorneys and social workers. Assists with client interviews and reaches out to local government agencies on behalf of LCE clients. Provides administrative support as required.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Under the guidance of eviction prevention attorney(s) and social workers, performing such tasks as: working with clients to resolve legal problems; drafting client letters and other documents; limited legal research; assisting with client interviews; placing calls to local government agencies and mortgage lenders on behalf of LCE clients.
- Performs investigative work, such as gathering evidence, searching records and documents, and/or contacting potential clients and witnesses to gather information.
- Provides other litigation support, such as filing court documents, copying court files, assisting with maintaining document production, and tracking court deadlines.
- Create and implement systems for identifying, tracking and contacting potential LCE clients.
- Responsible for case management database documentation tasks such as: case reporting, case notes, case closures, grant reporting, and timekeeping.
- Responsible for general administrative functions for the Alternatives to Landlord/Tenant Court for the Elderly Unit.
Educational Background:
Associates degree
Skills/Experience:
- Completion of paralegal training, or certificate; or an equivalent combination of training and experience related to the duties of the position. Spanish speaker is a plus.
Compensation/Benefits:
AARP offers competitive benefits with a 401K, 100% company funded pension plan, health, dental, vision and life insurance, STD/LTD, paid vacation and sick, and other benefits.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jan 31 2018
Active Until:
Mar 3 2018
Hiring Organization:
AARP
industry:
Nonprofit