Legal Admin Intern at Cabrini Green Legal Aid

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organization, Detail Orientation, Case File Maintenance, Database Management, Document Management, Client Profiling, Eligibility Screening, Intake Process Facilitation, Voicemail Monitoring, Client Communication, Confidentiality, Trauma-Informed Practices, Microsoft Office Suite, Case Management Software, Communication, Initiative

Industry

Legal Services

Description

Position Overview: CGLA’s Legal Admin Intern assists with administrative tasks related to legal service provision. The position requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual who will ensure the smooth and effective operation of the organization’s legal teams. This role provides administrative, organizational, and client-facing support functions that allow attorneys, paralegals, and advocates to focus on high-quality legal representation and community-based advocacy. This position is unpaid, but CGLA is open to applicants that have their own external funding sources. Timeline is flexible, but would want a commitment to start as soon as possible and work through mid to late August. Key Responsibilities: Administrative & Operational Support · Maintain case files, databases, and document management systems, including court hearing tracking spreadsheets. · Sort, review, and organize incoming legal mail and distribute appropriately. · Process applications and create client profiles in CGLA’s client database. · Perform eligibility screening for intakes that come through CGLA’s online intake portal. · Collaborate with legal programs paralegals to facilitate CGLA’s intake process. · Other operations tasks as assigned (i.e. front desk coverage, mail sorting, etc.) Client & Community Support · Assist the Legal Admin with monitoring and appropriately responding to all incoming intake and legal voicemails. · Assist with client intake by screening online intake applications for legal issues, answering basic questions, preparing and scheduling intakes, and providing referrals as needed. · Ensure client communications regarding intakes and applications are timely, respectful, and accessible. · Maintain confidentiality and trauma-informed practices in all interactions. Experience and Education Requirements: · High School Diploma or GED · Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software. · Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. · Ability to take initiative by setting and being accountable to their own work plan. · Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. · Ability to learn and retain new information and skills. · Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. · Commitment to a client-centered legal practice and demonstrated interest in working with CGLA’s client population. Preferred: · Current or past educational experience related to legal or paralegal studies · Fluency in Spanish or other languages spoken by our clients Internship Start Date: June 1, 2026 Internship End Date: August 7, 2026 To apply please send your resume and cover letter to Mackensey Carter at internships@cgla.net and put Legal Admin Intern in the subject line.

Responsibilities

The Legal Admin Intern will provide essential administrative and organizational support to legal teams by maintaining case files, processing applications, and managing document systems. This role also involves direct client and community support, including screening intakes, responding to inquiries, and ensuring timely, respectful communication.