Part-Time Paralegal

As a Part-Time Paralegal you will support OJPCs Beyond Guilt Project which advocates for the release of incarcerated individuals serving excessive or unjust sentences through parole advocacy judicial release resentencing efforts and other legal mechanisms. As the operational backbone of the project you will help support a docket of approximately 10-13 active client matters annually working closely with attorneys to coordinate records gathering develop rehabilitation portfolios and reentry plans maintain case files and help keep cases moving forward.

In addition as the Part-Time Paralegal you will:

• Support client intake case development records gathering and case tracking for Beyond Guilt matters.
• Assemble rehabilitation portfolios and assist with developing reentry and release plans for clients seeking parole judicial release resentencing or other forms of relief.
• Coordinate prison visits maintain relationships with housing and service providers and support communication with clients families and community partners.
• Assist attorneys with legal filings exhibits memoranda submissions to the Parole Board and other case preparation activities.
• Participate in case strategy discussions provide input on client matters and help maintain case files and deadlines within Clio and other case management systems.
• Support outreach educational presentations internship activities and other OJPC projects as needed based on experience and organizational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Paralegal experience paralegal certification or equivalent experience in legal social services reentry or other related fields.
• Strong organizational communication and time-management skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple matters simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys staff clients families community partners and other stakeholders.
• Commitment to social justice and the ability to work respectfully and effectively with diverse populations including individuals impacted by the criminal legal system.
• Experience with criminal legal system records parole or post-conviction advocacy reentry services housing resources or case management systems such as Clio is preferred.
• Personal experience with or close proximity to the criminal legal system is valued. Returning citizens are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Ohio Justice & Policy Center creates fair intelligent and redemptive criminal justice systems through zealous clientcentered advocacy innovative policy reform and crosssector community education. Founded in Cincinnati in 1997 OJPC is a statewide nonprofit law office focused on reducing incarceration improving conditions inside prisons and expanding freedom and opportunity for people impacted by the criminal legal system.

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non-exempt position: 20-25 hours per week. Salary range: $26000-$28000commensurate with experience.

Join our dedicated team and help create second chances across Ohio. Apply online today!

Employer is EOE/M/F/D/V. No thirdparty candidates please.

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