Paralegal BIA Accredited

 

SALARY
$47,000 - $50,000 annually / $25.83- $27.47 hourly

BENEFITS
Health Insurance (partial payment), Dental, and Vision, Generous Vacation and Holiday Allowances, Employee Wellness Program, Employee Parking

LOCATION
Headquarters (Metro Los Angeles) and West San Gabriel Valley (Pasadena)

SUMMARY

Peace Over Violence is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Paralegal to support our Legal Services team in providing trauma-informed legal advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and other forms of abuse. This position involves working closely with attorneys and survivors, assisting with case preparation, restraining orders, immigration relief, and family law matters. The Paralegal will also help coordinate and support legal workshops, clinics, and survivor accompaniments.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about social justice, skilled in survivor-centered care, and committed to empowering clients through legal support and education. The Paralegal will also serve as backup for court accompaniments, offering in-person and logistical support for survivors navigating the legal process.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

  • Conduct initial screening, legal intakes, and assessments of legal clients needs

  • Maintain individual caseload, handle high call volume of both existing clients and past clients.

  • Assist attorneys in preparing and filing restraining orders (DVROs, elder abuse, civil harassment), immigration matters (VAWA, U Visas, etc.), and family law documents

  • Provide assistance to clients in understanding the legal system and preparation for court proceedings.

  • Provide backup support for court accompaniments; attend court hearings with clients as needed to offer advocacy and guidance.

  • Help prepare clients for court appearances, including explaining legal procedures and gathering documentation.

  • Maintain accurate, confidential case notes and update client data in the case management system.

  • Coordinate and facilitate legal clinics, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and community outreach events.

  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure clients receive holistic, wraparound services.

  • Compile data and assist with preparation of quarterly and annual reports to funders and regulatory entities.

  • Attend staff meetings, trainings, and represent Peace Over Violence at relevant community or legal functions.

  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum 2 years of experience working with VAWA, U Visa, and family law matters preferred.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of restraining order processes and trauma-informed crisis intervention.

  • Completion of Peace Over Violence’s 82-hour advocate training (or willingness to complete upon hire).

  • Willingness to pursue OLAP (DOJ) accreditation for immigration legal services.

  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with criminal justice and social service agencies members

  • Ability to work with clients, volunteers, and staff in non-judgmental manner

  • Ability to relate in an empathetic, supportive, on-judgmental manner to victims and their families

  • Demonstrate initiative and professionalism; ability to work independently & maintain workload.

  • Strong & effective oral & written communication skills; public speaking, facilitating group discussions.

  • Ability to work well with a diverse group of people, comfortable with L.A. & Pasadena communities.

  • Capacity to balance and provide self-care while meeting the demands of a crisis center

  • Basic Computer Literacy required

  • Flexible Schedule to fit varying shifts; capacity to work some weekends and/or evenings

  • Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred

  • Very organized and high level to attention to detail

 

Peace Over Violence encourages applicants from a diverse pool of candidates including candidates of color, candidates with disabilities, candidates who identify with the LGBTQ community and others.

Applicants may submit a resume and cover letter to: hr@peaceoverviolence.org

No phone calls, please.

Peace Over Violence is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Peace Over Violence is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Peace Over Violence are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Peace Over Violence will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.