YWCA Injunction for Protection Paralegal (3yrs exp required)

Job Description Job Description Position Summary : The Injunction for Protection Project (IFP) Paralegal position exists to provide assistance to the IFP Attorney in the delivery of legal representation to victims of domestic, dating, and sexual violence and stalking throughout the injunction for protection process. The IFP Paralegal is employed by the YWCA to provide assistance to the IFP Attorney with all client activity and court processes. This includes screening clients for eligibility and conducting client intakes: scheduling client appointments; preparing notices and discovery requests and correspondence; communicating with clients regarding the status of their case and to obtain information and documents; calendaring court dates in a timely manner; meeting discovery deadlines; creating and maintaining time logs; completing e-file pleadings; and assisting in the preparation for and attendance at injunction hearings including gathering exhibits and communicating with witnesses. Position Duties & Functions: Facilitation of Direct Services Assists IFP Attorney in the direct legal representation of survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual violence and stalking in temporary and final injunction for protection proceedings and violations of injunctions Schedules client appointments and communicates with clients regarding the status of their cases, and to obtain any necessary information and documents Prepares notices and discovery requests, and correspondence as needed Files E-filing pleadings, calendar court dates, and meet discovery deadlines Assists with completion of monthly, quarterly, or other reports requested or required to monitor completion of project deliverables Attends IFP Project training events as required per the deliverables Monitors data security and ensures consistent implementation daily Maintains accurate program participant files, case notes, and daily logs Communicate with clients to gather information and provide updates Enters client data into CLIO to manage records and participant files Organize and maintain legal files and records Conduct legal research to support legal proceedings Organizes and prepares case exhibits and evidence for hearings Other duties as assigned by the IFP Attorney related to the IFP Project Ensure YWCA IFP Project is viewed as the legal expert on domestic violence in Palm Beach County and remains a well-established and well-known program by: Collaborating and partnering with providers, agencies, businesses, and/or networking in the community Communicating with the IFP Attorney consistently and as needed Promoting and advancing YWCA USA advocacy initiatives, including inclusion and gender issues in the areas of domestic violence Attending weekly staff meetings facilitated by the Chief Program Officer to ensure the best services and service delivery for program participants Participate in regular staff, case staffing, in-service, and other meetings. Obtaining at least 16 hours of training annually related to domestic violence or other trainings related to housing every year between July 1 and June 30. Ensures compliance and accuracy of data entry, daily logs, monthly reports, incident reports, and all other documentation related to service provision. Ensuring all program standards are adhered to and followed as established by funders. Maintaining accurate daily logs, monthly report requirements, and all documentation related to service provision All other duties as assigned Skills & Abilities Must be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills Must be prompt, timely, and responsive to the needs of a fast-paced organization Must be able to handle confidential information discreetly Must be able to learn quickly and have strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Must be willing to provide back-up and support for staff working non-traditional hours (overnight and weekends) Must maintain a positive work environment DCF Domestic Violence Program Core Competency and privilege status obtained within the first 90 days. Must be a notary or willing to obtain a notary within 90 days of hire Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies or related field; or Paralegal certification from an accredited post-secondary institution with relevant externship; or a high school diploma with at least 5 years’ paralegal experience Experience: Two years’ experience providing litigation support to attorneys, preferably attorneys representing survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual violence and stalking in injunction for protection proceedings or other civil legal matters, or attorneys prosecuting or defending batterers in criminal proceedings. Providing litigation support to attorneys in a supervised clinic or internship may be included as litigation experience Special Requirements and Physical Demands: Ability to exert physical effort which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds), bending, stooping, stretching, squatting, and sitting. Travel required in the Palm Beach County area. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 8-hour shift Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Litigation: 2 years (Required) Microsoft Office Suite: 1 year (Preferred) Paralegal: 3 years (Required) Language: Spanish (Preferred) Work Location: In person Company Description Nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Company Description Nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Location: West Palm Beach, FL, US

Posted Date: 4/6/2025