Domestic Associate

Join a Respected Family Law Team – Domestic Relations Associate Opportunity - Immediate Need

Location: Columbus, Ohio | In-person role

Aspen Careers is partnering with a highly regarded boutique family law and litigation practice in Columbus to add an experienced Domestic Relations Associate (or senior-level domestic paralegal) due to an urgent and immediate need . This position supports sophisticated, high-asset domestic matters and offers meaningful courtroom exposure, close collaboration, and a sustainable work-life balance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned family law professional who thrives in complex cases and wants to work directly with an accomplished attorney on advanced domestic litigation.

Why You Should Apply

• Support high-asset and complex domestic relations matters

• Handle advanced discovery, including financial documentation and asset tracing

• Prepare the lead attorney for hearings and trial, including exhibit organization and strategy support

• Accompany the attorney to hearings when appropriate (experience-dependent)

• Work on cases that demand analytical depth , not volume processing

• Billable hour guideline of 125–135 hours per month (approximately 1,620 annually)

• Join a collaborative, respectful office with a strong reputation and positive culture

The Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of domestic relations experience (more is preferred)

• Experience handling higher-asset divorce and family law matters

• Comfortable reviewing and analyzing:

  • Financial statements

  • Bank records

  • Asset tracing and property division issues

• Able to independently manage discovery and assist with trial preparation

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Admitted attorney or highly experienced domestic relations paralegal

• Able to pass a criminal background check

• A portable book of business is welcome but not required

About the Firm

• Boutique litigation and family law practice with a strong professional reputation

• Focus on quality, preparation, and client service

• All staff work in-office , fostering collaboration and mentorship

• Positive culture where attorneys and paralegals work closely together

• Regular social events, including happy hours and holiday gatherings

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive compensation: commensurate with experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (firm pays 75% of employee health premium )

• 401(k) with safe harbor contribution after one year

• Paid time off

• Immediate opportunity due to an upcoming federal trial and active caseload

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re an experienced domestic relations professional who enjoys complex financial issues, meaningful case involvement, and working closely with a respected attorney, this is a role worth exploring.

Let’s connect. Whether you’re interested in this opportunity or considering other family law roles in Ohio, reach out to Kelsey Ross:

Call or Text: (380) 203-3635
Email: [email protected]

Join a team where experience is valued, work is substantive, and balance is respected.