About the role

  • AmeriCorps Legal Assistant providing legal assistance through the Access to Justice Project. Supporting low-income clients with civil law problems and outreach to underserved populations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide intake and screening services for income-eligible persons seeking legal assistance with civil law problems.
  • Outreach to underserved populations.
  • Recruit and support community volunteers.
  • Enhance efforts at collaboration with local human services agencies.
  • Direct, substantive legal experience and excellent training.

Requirements

  • At least two years of college or equivalent experience.
  • Prior experience working with clients with low income is preferred but not required.
  • Must live within commutable distance to the specified office.

Benefits

  • Members receive a living allowance of $2,000 Monthly for the duration of the contract term.
  • Eligibility for aid in obtaining basic health coverage.
  • Housing and food assistance.
  • An educational award.
  • Childcare expenses.
  • Deferment of student loans.

Job title

Legal Assistant – AmeriCorps

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$2,000 per month

Degree requirement

Associate's Degree

Location requirements

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