Remote Criminal Justice Paralegal – Inmate Advocacy

Job Summary Join our dedicated team as a Remote Criminal Justice Paralegal specializing in Inmate Advocacy! This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to support incarcerated individuals by navigating legal processes, advocating for fair treatment, and ensuring their rights are protected. You will work remotely, providing legal research, case management, and documentation support to advance justice and inmate welfare. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help bridge the gap between the justice system and those it serves, making a meaningful difference every day. Duties

• Conduct comprehensive legal research across various areas such as criminal law, family law, tribal law, and immigration law to support inmate cases.
• Assist in preparing legal documents, including petitions, affidavits, and correspondence related to inmate advocacy efforts.
• Manage case files using legal case management systems like PCLaw, iManage, or similar platforms to ensure organized and accessible records.
• Review legal documents for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support communication with clients, attorneys, courts, and external agencies through professional interviewing and correspondence.
• Perform data entry and document review tasks to facilitate case progress and ensure thorough documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy standards while handling sensitive inmate information. Skills
• Strong knowledge of legal research tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw; experience with legal research is essential.
• Proficiency in managing legal documents using document management systems like iManage or similar platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience in paralegal work across multiple practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, securities law, patent law, UCC law, tribal law & regulations, landlord-tenant law, family law, immigration law, litigation, contracts, and more.
• Exceptional writing skills for drafting clear legal documents and proofreading for accuracy.
• Effective interviewing skills to gather detailed information from clients or witnesses.
• Familiarity with legal administrative support functions such as filing, transcription, data entry, and clerical tasks.
• Strong organizational skills combined with excellent phone etiquette for professional communication.
• Experience with project management principles to coordinate multiple cases or initiatives simultaneously. This role is ideal for a motivated paralegal with a passion for justice who thrives in a remote setting! We value proactive individuals committed to making a positive impact through diligent advocacy and meticulous legal support. Join us in championing inmate rights while developing your expertise across diverse legal fields! Pay $51,795.39 - $62,377.25 per year Benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
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