What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at C&M Legal Search, LLC?
Our client in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a litigation paralegal to work primarily with litigation attorneys on business and regulatory disputes, with occasional involvement in environmental, real estate, and corporate matters. The essential duties include drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, affidavits, and interrogatories, while also filing them per judicial procedures. The paralegal will assist attorneys in managing case files and maintaining document databases, as well as conducting research on statutes, regulations, legal articles, and judicial decisions to provide written analysis. Additionally, the role involves facilitating routine communications with clients and third parties and aiding in trial preparation by preparing trial exhibits, witness lists, and coordinating court logistics. Candidates must possess at least an associate degree, with a preference for those holding a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program. A minimum of four years of paralegal experience is required, emphasizing project and case management skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. The role may also involve transactional work related to real estate and corporate matters, in addition to environmental and regulatory tasks.
