MAP Temporary Paralegal

Indiana Legal Services, Inc.

Job Announcement

Military Assistance Project (MAP)

Temporary Paralegal

AGENCY DESCRIPTION: Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a statewide, not-for profit organization that provides free legal services to eligible clients in civil cases through 8 branch offices. ILS is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, Indiana Civil Legal Aid Fund, United Ways, Area Agencies on Aging, and approximately 65 other funding sources.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Military Assistance Project (MAP) is a statewide project that provides free civil legal counsel and extended representation to income-eligible military service members, veterans, and their families. The MAP’s goal is to assist military service members, veterans, and their families with achieving or maintaining stability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: ILS is committed to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any category protected by law. We strongly encourage Black, Indigenous, and other applicants of color, people with disabilities, and other people historically underrepresented in the practice of law to apply.

LOCATION: This position is located in the Indianapolis office of Indiana Legal Services but can be performed remotely.

JOB SUMMARY: This is a full-time temporary paralegal position. The Military Assistance Project (MAP) paralegal will provide support and assistance to attorneys in providing high-quality legal representation and advice to eligible clients. Paralegals also assist with outreach, community legal education and client intake.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft pleadings and correspondence under the supervision of an attorney.
• Conduct potential client intake in-house and off-site.
• Conduct legal research.
• Assist attorneys as requested with case handling, client contact and general support, including clerical and administrative tasks.
• Assist with legal clinics conducted at VA hospitals and other locations.
• Conduct outreach and assist with community education.
• Assist with developing and maintaining community partnerships and collaborations.
• Assist with grant and other reporting requirements.
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Dedicated to the mission of Indiana Legal Services.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook and able to quickly learn new software.
• Ability to organize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work well with persons with diverse cultural, social and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality.
• Ability to work as a team member and collaborate with others.
• College degree, paralegal certification, and/or experience working in a law office is preferred.
  
  
  

COMPENSATION: Starting salary is $39,722, with a range up to a maximum of $52,724 depending on experience. ILS offers an excellent fringe benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a flex benefit plan.

TO APPLY: Apply online at https://www.indianalegalservices.org/careers/ by submitting a letter explaining your interest and experience, your resume, and a list of at least 3 professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers. Questions regarding your application should be sent to [email protected].

POSITION START DATE: Temporary position from the end of August 2024 through August 2025.