Legal Assistant, Pro Bono and Outreach Department (Hybrid)

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Job location
100 E. Robinson St.
Orlando, FL 32801
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association, Inc.
Street address: 
100 E. Robinson St.
City: 
Orlando
State: 
Florida
ZIP: 
32801
Job type: 
Legal - Civil
Position Description: 

Brief Description of Organization: The Legal Aid Society provides civil legal assistance to indigent residents of Orange County. Legal Aid’s general litigation team handles housing, consumer defense, guardianships, minor contract disputes, sealing/ expungement, and more for our vulnerable neighbors.

Position Description: The legal assistant will work with staff attorneys by preparing correspondence, maintaining client files, managing attorney calendars, managing client eligibility records, scanning, meeting coordination, and liaising with partner organizations to serve our clientele.

Requirements: 

Special Skills/ Qualifications: The position requires strong written and verbal skills; an ability to multi-task; proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; an ability to learn and work in a customized electronic case management system; strong organizational skills. Prior law office experience and bilingual in English and Spanish or Creole preferred.

Time Requirement: LAS office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week). This hybrid position requires one day each week in-office, though some scheduling flexibility is required.

To apply: 

Application Process: Submit resume, three professional references, and a cover letter detailing your interest in the position to Executive Assistant Mandy Silvestris at [email protected]. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Start Date: November 2025 or a later agreed upon date.

Notes: 
Benefits: Compensation begins at $19 per hour and based upon experience. EXCELLENT benefits worth substantial additional financial value. -Unmatched work-life balance: work in office 1 of 5 days per week -Staff pay $0 health insurance premium costs for self, children, and spouses -Life insurance (paid by employer) -Health savings account (up to $3,000 employer contribution) -Mid-year salary adjustments to reward staff dedication -13 paid holidays (2026) and additional leave that quickly accrues -Leave carryover of up to 350 hours, based on seniority -Excellent physical/mental health, vision, and dental benefits -Long/Short term disability -403b investment plan -401a employer contribution with NO staff contribution -LAS pays local bar association membership -Employee assistance program (paid by employer
Salary range: 
From $19.00/hour