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Paralegal - Second Chance Project

Cincinnati, Ohio

Sponsorship not specified$45k-$55kDetected 22 days ago

ResearchCommunicationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office

About the role

Career Opportunity: Paralegal - Second Chance Project with The Ohio Justice and Policy Center in Cincinnati, Ohio Are you passionate about expanding opportunity for people impacted by the criminal legal system?
Do you believe access to record relief and second chances can transform lives, families, and communities?
Join our dedicated team and help expand access to second chances across Ohio.

As a Paralegal, you will support direct legal services for individuals with criminal records by assisting attorneys with client representation, legal clinics, community outreach, and case management.
Support direct client representation under the supervision of OJPC attorneys by collecting client information, reviewing case histories, conducting research, and assisting with case preparation.
Assist with Second Chance Legal Clinics, including client intake, document preparation, interviews, fact gathering, and litigation support activities.
Build and maintain positive relationships with clients to support ongoing engagement and communication throughout the legal process.
Connect clients with community resources and referral partners to address legal and non-legal needs.
Maintain accurate client records, case files, and data within OJPC's case management system.
Assist with data tracking, reporting, and administrative support related to program operations and funding requirements.

Knowledge of barriers faced by individuals with criminal records and a commitment to expanding access to opportunity.
Associate degree and 1-2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong research, writing, organization, and communication skills.
The Ohio Justice & Policy Center creates fair, intelligent, and redemptive criminal justice systems through zealous, client‑centered advocacy, innovative policy reform, and cross‑sector community education. Founded in Cincinnati in 1997, OJPC is a statewide nonprofit law office focused on reducing incarceration, improving conditions inside prisons, and expanding freedom and opportunity for people with criminal records.
Learn more about OJPC's mission by visiting:
https://ohiojpc.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/ohio-justice-&-policy-center/
Salary range: $45,000-$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Competitive benefits package includes 27 PTO days, 13 paid holidays, and an annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's.
Join our dedicated team and help expand access to second chances across Ohio. Apply online today!

Paralegal certificate, bachelor's degree, or legal research training preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
experience with legal case management software preferred.
Experience with public speaking, community outreach, or client-facing work preferred.

$45,000-$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Competitive benefits package includes 27 PTO days, 13 paid holidays, and an annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's.
Join our dedicated team and help expand access to second chances across Ohio.
Employer is EOE/M/F/D/V.
No third‑party candidates please.
Apply online today!

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, client-focused, and enjoys legal research, community engagement, and direct client interaction while helping individuals overcome barriers to employment, housing, licensing, and opportunity created by criminal records.

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