Law School Clinic Paralegal

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Job ID

361309

Location

Twin Cities

Job Family

Supplemental Employee

Full / Part Time

Part-Time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Code

0001

Employee Class

Civil Service

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About the Job

We are seeking a paralegal to work in a law school clinic setting for the summer. In this role, you will provide critical support in preparing cases for immigration hearings, filings before a government agency, including forms and gathering of supporting evidence, and communication with clients.

Responsibilities :

• Conduct interviews with clients to gather case information
• Prepare forms and immigration applications / petitions
• Gather supporting documentation and ensure completeness of case files
• Perform legal research on immigration laws, regulations, and procedures
• Draft correspondence and other documents as needed
• Maintain organized case files and use case management software

This is a temporary, part-time position starting on June 1, 2024, lasting through August 30, 2025, for about 10-14 hours a week.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

• Paralegal certificate
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
• Proficiency with Lexis and Westlaw.
• Experience using case management software and maintenance of files.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience working with justice-impacted individuals is a plus.

About the Department

The University of Minnesota Law School's James H. Binger Center for New Americans expands urgently needed legal services for noncitizens, pursues litigation to improve our nation's immigration laws, and supports noncitizens in the region through education and community outreach.

Designed in partnership with leading area law firms and non-profit immigration legal services, the Center is the only program of its kind in the U.

S. and is home to three dynamic clinics and an integrated education and outreach program that offer students hands-on educational experiences

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.

You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.

The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here.

Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research.

Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St.

Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).