Paralegal

Paralegal I Temporary PositionFor over a century, Catholic Community Services of Western Washington (CCSWW) has provided services for youth, immigrants, older adults, and people experiencing homelessness throughout western Washington state. Our employees and volunteers come from many faith traditions to serve and support poor and vulnerable people through the delivery of quality, integrated services and housing. Our focus is on those individuals, children, families, and communities struggling with poverty and the effects of intolerance and racism. We actively join with others to work for justice. If this is your passion, we would like you to join us.CCS' Tenant Law Center (TLC) program is a homelessness prevention program that offers free legal assistance to qualifying low-income households in the City of Seattle and limited services throughout King County with matters related to eviction, subsidy termination, landlord/tenant issues, and credit issues related to past tenancies. The Tenant Law Center (TLC) provides ongoing legal representation at no cost to low-income tenants in Seattle and King County facing eviction or subsidy terminations.Tenant Law Center is looking to fill four (4) Temporary Paralegal I (ideal for Law Students) who will support our Attorneys and Staff with direct client services. As a Paralegal I, you will be interacting with clients on a regular basis and will gain experience interviewing clients, drafting legal documents, spotting issues and defenses, and researching complex issues of housing law.Paralegal I will be responsible to:Call tenants to conduct intakes. Assist paralegals and attorneys throughout the intake process.Screen tenants to determine whether they are eligible for our services and if so, summarize their legal issues and identify potential defensesProvide follow-up assistance to clients under the direction of staff attorneys. This may include appropriate social service referrals, advice for self-help, investigation, negotiation of settlements, and/or assistance with litigationDraft legal memoranda, form letters, manuals, checklists, and other legal documents related to TLC's practice areasMake phone calls using your own cell phone, handle distressed callers, and exercise compassion and respect for all tenantsBecome proficient in using LegalServer, our client management databaseDevelop and acquire knowledge of relevant law through training, consultation, and researchAttend staff meeting / weekly case discussions, currently Wednesdays at 1pmAll employees working in CCS have the responsibility for developing and safekeeping a workplace, which values and supports a culturally diverse work environment. Employees' treatment of each other, their willingness to try new ways and ideas – all these things contribute greatly to the organization's success in providing an open, culturally enriched and diverse workplace.Qualifications:Law School class level: all considered; preference for applicants with Rule 9 eligibilityExperience working with low-income and/or vulnerable populationsInterest in housing law and demonstrated commitment to public serviceFluency in a language other than EnglishAvailability & Commitment:4 temporary paid positions available 15-40 hours a week through December of 2026Unpaid positions are available through 2027. Minimum of 4 hours a week.Our office is located in the Hillman City neighborhood of Seattle.Positions Available: 4Position Location: SeattleTo be considered for this position: Please email your resume and cover letter to AJ Rei, TLC Staff Attorney at View email address on click.appcast.io or attach cover letter and resume when completing the online application.Note to Internal Candidates: HR reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.Catholic Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit to learn more.