Jobs & Internships
Paralegal
Position Description: CNY Fair Housing is hiring a full-time Paralegal to assist the organization’s staff attorneys with fair housing administrative complaints and civil cases in state and federal court.
Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the Paralegal include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Provide administrative support to staff attorneys in all aspects of their work as needed including scheduling, reviewing and organizing documents, drafting discovery requests and responses, and communicating with clients
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Review transcripts and documentary evidence, and organize, track, and extract information from these materials
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Maintain client contact to gather evidence for cases and provide updates on status of cases, etc.
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File legal documents with court and coordinate proper service on opposing parties
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Conduct factual and legal research and prepare written memos and reports
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Assist with other administrative tasks as needed
Qualifications:
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Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or 2 years paralegal/legal secretary experience required
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Desire to work to advance civil rights and social justice
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Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
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Ability to prioritize assignments and manage deadlines
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Knowledge of state and federal court rules and filing procedures
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Experience in working effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds; skill in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues
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Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required
If you believe you meet the qualifications and are interested, please send cover letter and resume to info@cnyfairhousing.org. This is a full-time, grant-funded position with competitive salary and benefits package. Position is open until filled.
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Internships
CNY Fair Housing is always seeking students to fill various internship positions. If you would like more information about available internships, please contact info@cnyfairhousing.org.
CNY Fair Housing is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity in the workplace.