Paralegal
Job Title: Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Case Management: The Paralegal will be responsible for reviewing the case management system and ensuring that all tasks within their scope are handled efficiently. This involves ensuring cases are progressing in a timely manner and taking proactive steps to address any delays.
- Legal Document Preparation: The role includes preparing, processing, and reviewing standard legal notices and pleadings. This responsibility is crucial to maintaining the integrity and accuracy of legal documents.
- Service of Process: The Paralegal must ensure successful service of process for the cases assigned to them, which is essential for the legal proceedings to advance.
- Property Sales: Assisting the legal team with tasks related to the sale of properties is a key duty. This includes coordination and communication with relevant parties.
- Hearing and Mediation Prep: The Paralegal will assist with the preparation for hearings and mediations, scheduling, client communications, and reviewing outcomes. They must manage hearings in compliance with court orders.
- Communication Coordination: A vital part of the job is coordinating communication between tenants, occupants, property preservation groups, and clients, particularly concerning eviction matters.
- Client Communication: Handling phone calls related to eviction matters involving tenants, clients, courts, and sheriffs is a significant responsibility.
- Attorney Fees: The Paralegal is tasked with requesting attorney fees from clients as part of the financial management of cases.
- Client System Updates: Updating client systems as tasks are processed is necessary to ensure seamless communication and workflow.
- Training Support: Assisting with the training of new team members as needed is part of the Paralegal's responsibilities.
- Law Firm Culture: Developing a thorough understanding of the law firm's culture and supporting the company's mission and values are integral to the role.
- Team Support: Supporting the team in meeting the firm's expectations and goals is a fundamental aspect of the Paralegal's responsibilities.
- Legal Process Familiarity: The Paralegal must actively work to familiarize themselves with the entire legal process for all tasks performed by the team.
Education and Experience Information:
- A high school diploma is required for this position. However, an Associate’s degree and/or Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
- The candidate should ideally have 3-5 years of experience working in a law firm.
- The position is hybrid, requiring flexibility to work both remotely and in the Columbus office on a rotating basis.
- Notary Public certification is strongly preferred.
- The candidate should possess strong attention to detail and organizational skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) is required.
- The law firm values flexibility, adaptability, eagerness to learn, ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaboration, and respect.
Salary Information:
- The job description does not provide specific salary information. However, it mentions a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid time off.
- Additional perks include paid time to volunteer in the community, paid holidays, a casual dress code, and opportunities for career development and advancement.
Join the Law Firm: Pioneering Uncommon Paths to Success
The law firm blends legal expertise with innovative technology to provide comprehensive legal and professional services. Since its inception in 2002, the firm has expanded its services to include residential mortgage, timeshare default services, a national bankruptcy practice, and title and closing services, reaching clients nationwide.
The culture at the law firm emphasizes support, well-being, and continuous growth. Through initiatives like the Culture Council and career development programs, the firm fosters an environment where curiosity and collaboration thrive. The law firm prioritizes work-life balance with flexible hybrid work arrangements and a robust Volunteer Time Off program.
The law firm has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by Columbus Business First magazine and honored with the Best Law Firm designation by US News and World Report. The firm invites potential candidates to explore their potential and contribute to the mission of creating uncommon paths to success.
The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a no-tolerance policy for discrimination. The firm is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to all applicants and respects everyone from fair wages to equal opportunities for growth and movement within the organization.
