Homeless Legal Rights Project – Legal Assistant - FL in Plantation, Florida at Distro

HOMELESS LEGAL RIGHTS PROJECT – LEGAL ASSISTANT - FL

Position Summary

Legal Aid Service of Broward County (LAClient) is seeking a dedicated and organized Legal Assistant to support the Homeless Legal Rights Project in Plantation, Florida. This position plays a vital role in assisting attorneys with case management, client intake, administrative support, reporting, and outreach activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compassionate, technologically proficient, and committed to serving low-income and vulnerable populations. The Legal Assistant will work with a significant degree of independence while collaborating closely with attorneys and other team members to advance access to justice for individuals experiencing homelessness and other legal challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys within the Homeless Legal Rights Unit.

• Prepare, organize, maintain, and manage client files and legal documentation.

• Sort, distribute, and process incoming and outgoing mail.

• Schedule appointments, meetings, hearings, and client consultations.

• Conduct in-house client intake interviews and collect relevant case information.

• Track case deadlines and assist in maintaining compliance with required timelines.

• Prepare and submit monthly invoices and reports to county agencies and funding sources.

• Create, update, and maintain spreadsheets and case-tracking systems.

• Answer telephone calls and respond to general inquiries professionally.

• Maintain accurate records and data entry within agency databases.

• Assist with outreach initiatives and community engagement activities following the probationary period.

• Support attorneys with case preparation and other administrative projects as needed.

• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, teamwork, and a strong commitment to client service.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

• Previous experience in an administrative, legal assistant, case management, or related support role.

• Strong technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and case management databases.

• Experience creating and maintaining detailed spreadsheets and reports.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to conduct client intake interviews professionally and compassionately.

• Experience working with low-income, underserved, or vulnerable populations.

• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and awareness of the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness.

• Ability to work independently while following the direction of supervising attorneys and management.

• Proven reliability, professionalism, and attendance record.

• Commitment to LAClient's mission of expanding access to justice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a legal services organization, law firm, nonprofit organization, or public interest setting.

• Knowledge of civil legal processes and legal terminology.

• Experience supporting community outreach or public engagement initiatives.

• Fluency in a second language (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or other languages commonly spoken in South Florida).

• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.

• Familiarity with legal case management systems and document management software.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods.

• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through written correspondence.

• Ability to occasionally lift and carry office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

• Ability to travel locally within Broward County for outreach activities and community events as needed.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as typing, filing, and data entry.

• Ability to move throughout the office and community locations as required.

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