Criminal Law Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Aspen Careers is partnering with a law firm seeking to hire a Criminal Law Paralegal for its busy downtown Columbus Office.

Criminal Law Paralegal – Columbus, OH

The Firm:

• Well respected firm in Columbus, Ohio with an excellent reputation as a local employer.
• Firm's leadership has been recognized for excellence in Best Attorneys of America, Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, national top 10 under 40 attorney and was nominated for the National top 100 trial attorneys by the National Trial Lawyers Association.
• Over 700 5-Star Reviews

Benefits:

• Employer mindful of work-life balance
• Firm team building activities
• Firm sponsored outings, lunches and staff recognition events
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401K plan
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Competitive compensation

The Opportunity:

• Join the Criminal Law practice group, working closely with well-respected attorneys on complex cases in Franklin and surrounding counties.
• Assist attorneys with cases from start to finish including, compiling discovery, drafting pleadings, coordinating schedules, preparing filings, etc.
• Work independently without being micro-managed while assisting two great seasoned attorneys.

The Ideal Candidate Has:

• A desire to join a great work culture where you will feel empowered, valued, and appreciated.
• 2-4 years of experience working as a Paralegal in criminal law.
• A strong work ethic, is personable, and able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Be highly motivated and able to grasp tasks quickly.
• A working knowledge of local court rules and procedures.
• Tech-savvy skills – familiarity with MAC computers, Clio, Google Drive, Lexis Nexis, and Apple iPhone for office communications.

Interested in discussing this opportunity or other Paralegal/Legal Assistant positions in Columbus? Contact Shelley Baxter at Aspen Careers. Email: [email protected] or call the office at 614-992-1010.

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