Job Description
Job Description
Our firm is looking for a driven and compassionate individual to join our consumer protection litigation team as a paralegal, supporting tenants facing unsafe and unlivable housing conditions. No prior legal experience is required—we're looking for someone who is organized, analytical, eager to learn, and passionate about fighting for people in vulnerable situations.
If you're ready to make a difference and want to build a legal career helping people stand up for their rights, we encourage you to apply today!
Compensation:
$60,000 with bonus potential
Responsibilities:
- Work directly with tenants to gather information, document housing issues, and help them understand their rights
- Maintain client relationships with patience, empathy, and encouragement
- Assist attorneys in developing case strategies and pushing cases toward resolution
- Summarize key information from lease agreements, inspection reports, and legal documents
- Prepare and file litigation documents, including disclosures, notices, motions, and subpoenas
- Track court deadlines and maintain case calendars for hearings, depositions, and mediations
- Communicate professionally with opposing counsel, courts, and government agencies
- Track time on cases in a comprehensive and complete manner
Qualifications:
- Passion for helping underserved communities and standing up to bad landlords
- Experience in social work, tenant advocacy, housing programs, or community support is a big plus
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple cases at once
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills—you’ll be working closely with clients in stressful situations
- Ability to problem-solve and take initiative in moving cases forward
- Proficiency in Microsoft products, Adobe Acrobat, case management software and court filing systems (training provided)
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, but experience in social work, advocacy, or housing services will be considered in lieu of a degree
About Company
We fight for tenants who are being mistreated by landlords. We believe that everyone deserves safe, habitable housing, and we work hard to hold bad landlords accountable. Our team is driven, collaborative, and mission-focused, and we offer a supportive, engaging environment where you can grow and make an impact.
- Work that matters – make a real difference in the lives of tenants
- Supportive, dynamic team culture – we collaborate, problem-solve, and win together
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions after one year of employment
- "Adulting Real Hard" Vacation Policy – flexible PTO so you can balance work and life
- Opportunities for career growth and development
If you’re ready to use your skills to help tenants and take on unfair landlords, apply today!