Overview
Our recruiting firm is partnering with a well-established regional law firm to identify a Corporate Litigation Paralegal to join their Canton, Ohio office. This role supports attorneys on a variety of matters, working independently on assigned projects with general guidance from attorneys, and contributes to case management and client support efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, trials, and client meetings.
- Investigate factual evidence and create exhibits, charts, and diagrams to present information effectively.
- Manage paper-based discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, deposition information, and subpoena responses.
- Support electronic discovery, including identification, acquisition, organization, and utilization of digital information.
- Maintain and update case-management databases.
- Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, affidavits, and subpoenas.
- Communicate professionally with clients via meetings, phone calls, emails, and written correspondence.
- Provide administrative support as needed to attorneys.
Ideal Candidate Attributes
Self-starter with strong initiative and eagerness to learnAbility to take direction and feedback while working independentlyStrong critical thinking skills and attention to detailFlexible, empathetic, and professional demeanorAble to manage projects from start to finishTechnical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Qualifications
Previous experience in a law firm or corporate legal department preferredExceptional attention to accuracy, detail, and grammarAbility to handle highly confidential information with discretionStrong organizational and time management skillsCurrent Notary Public certification (or in process of obtaining) requiredEducation
Bachelor's degree with Paralegal Certificate, associate's degree in paralegal studies, or comparable experience preferredBenefits & Compensation
Salary : $55,000–$65,000, based on experience and educationHealth insurance coverage401(k) plan and retirement plan with contributions up to 9%Discretionary bonusesPaid vacation and sick timeVision and life insurancePaid time offJ-18808-Ljbffr