Paralegal

Hiring Department University of Missouri, Law School Job Description The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive paralegal support to Veterans Clinic attorneys representing veterans before the VA, Department of War, and federal courts. Assist Veterans Clinic lawyers in representing veterans by preparing communications to clients, agencies, and courts, court and agency pleadings, forms, affidavit and statements, and records chronologies Assist Veterans Clinic lawyers in representing veterans by conducting research to analyze court rulings, agency decisions, and statutes, regulations, and instructions File forms, pleadings, and other submissions at applicable courts and agencies Prepare presentations on relevant legal issues and matters for use in class and outside of the Veterans Clinic. Present to law students in the Veterans Clinic on veterans law matters and how lawyers work with paralegals Assist law students on veterans law cases being handled by the Clinic Perform other necessary paralegal duties as assigned by the Clinic Directory and Clinic attorneys Shift 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with some flexibility as approved by the Director of the Veterans Clinic Minimum Qualifications Bachelor''s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary Preferred Qualifications Parallegal certificate or experience as a practicing attorney Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $68,000 - $75,000 annually Grade: GGS-10 University Title: Paralegal I Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application Materials Resume, cover letter, and references Sponsorship Information Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at View phone number on click.appcast.io. 60444 #J-18808-Ljbffr