Duties and Responsibilities

• Client Interaction:
  • Conducting client intake and keeping detailed and organized case logs.
  • Corresponding with clients and investigating their claims.
  • Keeping clients apprised of any developments with their cases.
  • Communicating with clients with consistency.
• Case Management:
  • Maintaining accurate and thorough case records.
  • Obtaining detailed fact summaries of cases.
  • Ensuring timely filings.
  • Scheduling appointments.
  • Working with interns and clerks to provide a dynamic, immersive, and beneficial experience.
• Administrative Support:
  • Providing ongoing administrative support for pending litigation, including document review, hearing and motion preparation, calendaring impending deadlines, and formatting litigation materials for court.
  • Receiving and making telephone calls.
  • Drafting and typing office and legal memos.
• Document Preparation:
  • Formatting briefs for clean submissions.
  • Drafting, proofreading, and formatting legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Legal Research:
  • Occasionally conducting legal research for the attorneys and providing substantive feedback.
• EPIC Program Management:
  • Corresponding to letters from incarcerated communities and fulfilling religious accommodation requests.
• Educational Outreach:
  • Participating in educational outreach pertaining to civil rights.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a related administrative role.(preferred) 
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • Familiarity with case management software is a plus.
• Attributes:
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Passion for civil rights and social justice.
  • Knowledge of Islamic culture and issues affecting the American Muslim community is preferred.

Benefits:

• Flexible Schedule

All applications require:

• Cover Letter, describing how your experience and skills fit the position
• Resume

Applications should be emailed to fodeh@cair.com

Applications will be considered upon receipt, and the position will be open until filled.

CAIR-Ohio is an equal opportunity employer.