Civil Litigation Paralegal

About the Role

Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC, an expanding civil litigation legal practice in Ohio serving Dayton, Centerville, Columbus, and Central Ohio areas, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal. Our firm aids consumers, homeowners, small businesses, and individuals in a variety of civil matters including consumer protection, real estate disagreements, foreclosure defense, construction law cases, contract issues, and additional complex civil disputes.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain attorney calendars and case files, carefully monitoring deadlines and ensuring all filings occur promptly.
• Produce, revise, and format various legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery materials, affidavits, and others for attorney approval.
• File court documents accurately in both Federal and Ohio state courts.
• Organize and archive evidence and case documents following the firm’s established naming and document management protocols.
• Communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, opposing counsel, and court personnel through multiple channels including phone, email, and personal meetings.
• Support attorneys in preparation for trials, hearings, and depositions, including assembling exhibit binders and coordinating with witnesses.
• Track and record billable hours associated with specific cases.
• Assist the office manager with administrative matters pertaining to the firm’s Columbus office.
• Handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are consistently met.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of three years’ experience as a paralegal or legal assistant, preferably within civil litigation.
• Completion of an associate degree in paralegal studies, paralegal certificate, or equivalent qualifications.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, as well as PDF editing software.
• Strong communication abilities and excellent proofreading skills.
• Experience with electronic filing in Ohio state courts.
• Exceptional attention to detail coupled with outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and maintain a positive, professional team-oriented attitude.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer matching vested at 4%.
• Generous vacation policy that is flexible to employee needs.
• Support for professional growth, including continuing legal education opportunities.
• Annual performance reviews with merit-based salary increases and bonuses.
• A collaborative workplace culture fostering growth and advancement potential.

Additional Information

As part of a team focused on impactful consumer protection and civil litigation, the paralegal will closely interact with attorneys, clients, and courts, contributing substantially to case strategy and overall litigation success. We seek candidates interested in long-term career growth within a supportive and entrepreneurial law firm atmosphere that values initiative and commitment to client advocacy.