Public Benefits Paralegal

Utah Legal Services

. Use LegalServer to bill time, manage clients, and track case-related tasks and deadlines .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Utah • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in LegalServer for case management and billing, while maintaining compliance with case handling protocols. Exhibits strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively support attorneys and engage with diverse clients.

Highest-signal resume keywords

LegalServer ProficiencyCase ManagementPublic Benefits ExperienceSpanish SpeakingContinuing Legal Education (CLE)

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Hard Skills

Case ReviewTask ManagementDeadline TrackingCompliance ReviewLegal Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal AbilitiesVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAdaptabilityStress Management

Industry Keywords

Legal ExperienceCommunity OutreachClient ManagementConfidentialityTeam Building

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Use LegalServer to bill time, manage clients, and track case-related tasks and deadlines
Follow case-handling protocols and best practices for primary and secondary practice areas
Support an attorney by maintaining an average caseload of 60–120 cases
Review case status and tasks, updating them as needed
Review cases for Case Service Report compliance and properly close authorized cases
Meet regularly with the assigned attorney for case reviews and timely case progression
Maintain relationships with community partners
Attend staff trainings and team meetings
Participate in team building and contribute to a positive work environment
Complete continuing education and certification requirements, including CLEs
Participate in approved clinics, community education classes, and outreach
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to pass a Utah Criminal Record background check
Strong preference given for possessing some prior legal experience
Ability to analyze complex situations and make sound decisions to benefit ULS and clients
Public Benefits experience preferred but not required
Must be able to travel to meetings and court proceedings as needed
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Spanish speaking preferred but not required
Strong commitment to assisting people with low incomes and special vulnerabilities
Excellent interpersonal abilities
High verbal and written communication skills
High level of adaptability and ability to manage stress
Self-motivated, dependable, detailed, and accountable
Commitment and adherence to strict confidentiality rules
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse people and backgrounds