Legal Administrative Assistant
Company: San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY: The Legal Administrative
Assistant for San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program assists our team
of Staff Attorneys in providing top-quality legal advice and
representation to low-income San Diegans. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Established in 1983, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program, Inc.
(SDVLP) is the oldest and most comprehensive pro bono legal
services program in San Diego County. SDVLP’s mission is to provide
equal access to the justice system by serving as a bridge between
indigent and other disadvantaged people in San Diego County and the
volunteer lawyers who are willing to donate their time and
resources. Our team of talented and passionate employees is
collegial, supportive, and committed to providing top-quality legal
services to indigent, vulnerable San Diegans. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
The Legal Administrative Assistant will be responsible for:
Screening applicants to determine eligibility for services and
conduct intake of new clients. Assisting in providing client
services. Performing computer data entry of both client and
volunteer information for the purpose of conducting conflict checks
and generating reports and other materials. Providing coverage for
the Pro Bono Administrative Coordinator during leave of absence.
Compiling and distributing list of volunteer opportunities.
Maintaining accurate volunteer records and ensuring proper
registration of volunteers. Assisting in organizing and presenting
recruitment programs and volunteer recognition events. Maintaining
client files and creating forms and documents. Coordinating
volunteer schedules. Assisting in the recruitment and training of
volunteers. Assisting in the scheduling of presentations and
trainings. Translating/interpreting for clients, as appropriate.
Engaging in other tasks and projects as needed to further SDVLP’s
mission. WORK ENVIRONMENT: During training, this position will be
in the office 5 days per week. Upon completion of training this is
a hybrid position requiring the ability to work in SDVLP’s main
office in downtown San Diego a minimum of 3 days per week. Work
hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.;
37.50-hour work week. WAGE RANGE & BENEFITS: Pay rate is $21.00/hr.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits; ability to
participate in 401(K) with employer contribution. Sick, vacation,
and holiday pay provided. Paid parking SDVLP is an Equal
Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color,
disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender
identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition,
military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation,
race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth,
breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation,
and any other status protected by state or federal law.
Qualifications Fluency (written and verbal) in Spanish and English
required. Strong Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills required.
Associate degree.
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