Job Description
Job Description
Position Title: Paralegal / Law Clerk
Engagement Type: Consulting (Contractor)
Location: Remote with travel as needed
Estimated Hours: 400 hours over 12 months
Reports To: Lead Attorney
Role Summary:
The Paralegal/Law Clerk will support the General Counsel team by conducting legal research, preparing documentation, and assisting with the development of legal and policy materials. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with a passion for civil rights and public policy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal and policy research under the direction of the Lead Attorney.
- Draft and format legal memoranda, policy briefs, and legislative summaries.
- Assist in preparing materials for public hearings, stakeholder meetings, and Commission reports.
- Maintain legal files and ensure version control of documents.
- Support logistics and documentation for community engagement activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification.
- At least 2 years of experience supporting legal or policy teams.
- Strong research, writing, and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with civil rights, public policy, or legislative processes preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with commissions, nonprofits, or government agencies.
- Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
- Interest in reparative justice or racial equity initiatives.