Legal Assistant - Court Project

Legal Assistant - Court Project

Legal Aid Society of San Bernardino

San Bernardino or Riverside County, California

Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position

In-Person Only - No Remote or Hybrid Options

Bilingual English/Spanish Required

Annual Salary: $45,600 - $47,840 ($22.00 - $23.00 per hour)

The Legal Aid Society of San Bernardino seeks a bilingual (English/Spanish) Legal Assistant to join our court-based legal services project. This position provides direct assistance to self-represented litigants at a courthouse location in either San Bernardino or Riverside County. Working on-site at the courthouse, you will conduct intake interviews, help clients complete court forms, provide procedural information, and coordinate with supervising attorneys to ensure clients receive appropriate legal assistance.

This is an in-person position located at a courthouse, offering the opportunity to interact daily with community members seeking legal help. You will serve a predominantly Spanish-speaking client population and must be able to communicate fluently in both English and Spanish. Ideal candidates have strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to serving low‑income, diverse communities.

English and Spanish fluency is required for this position. This is a bona fide occupational qualification based on the essential functions of the job and the population served.

The majority of clients served through our court project are Spanish-speaking individuals with limited English proficiency. To effectively serve these clients, the Legal Assistant must be able to:

• Conduct intake interviews in Spanish
• Explain complex legal concepts and court procedures in Spanish
• Review and assist with completing legal documents in Spanish
• Communicate legal advice and attorney guidance accurately in Spanish
• Read and comprehend legal documents in both English and Spanish
• Write clearly and accurately in both English and Spanish

Candidates must demonstrate fluency in speaking, reading, and writing in both English and Spanish. Language proficiency may be assessed during the interview process.

Work Location: This position is based full‑time at a courthouse in either San Bernardino County or Riverside County. The specific courthouse location will be determined based on program needs and may be discussed during the interview process.

No Remote or Hybrid Work: This position requires daily in‑person attendance at the courthouse. Remote work and hybrid arrangements are not available for this role due to the nature of providing direct public services at a court facility.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, standard business hours aligned with courthouse operating hours.

The Legal Aid Society of San Bernardino (LASSB) provides free civil legal services to low‑income residents across San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. With a dedicated team of fewer than 45 staff members and volunteer attorneys, we serve over 8,000 households annually—impacting more than 20,000 individuals each year. Our court-based projects bring legal services directly to people where they need help most, with particular focus on serving Spanish‑speaking communities.

• Conduct intake interviews with self-represented litigants in English and Spanish
• Screen potential clients for program eligibility based on income and case type
• Assess client legal needs and determine appropriate level of assistance
• Provide information about court procedures and available legal resources in the client's preferred language
• Explain legal terminology and court processes in clear, accessible language in both English and Spanish
• Maintain professional and courteous demeanor with diverse client population
• Serve as language liaison between clients and court staff or attorneys when needed

• Assist clients with completing California Judicial Council forms and court documents in English and Spanish
• Review documents for accuracy and completeness before filing
• Prepare declarations, attachments, and supporting documentation
• Translate or explain document content between…