Contract Paralegal - Personal Injury

Aspen Careers, LLC; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-oriented team

Direct access to attorneys

Supportive environment

Job summary

A personal injury law firm in Dublin, OH is seeking a Contract Paralegal for a 3-month engagement. The ideal candidate will support active litigation, focusing on Ohio court filings. Experience in personal injury litigation is preferred. Responsibilities include managing court documents, coordinating schedules, and direct communication with clients and attorneys. Competitive hourly rate offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a paralegal or legal assistant in litigation.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal training and manage multiple matters.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and clear written/verbal communication.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal training and manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Own court filings in Ohio courts including e-filing.
• Prepare and file pleadings and discovery-related documents.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions and manage related notices.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, court reporters, and interpreters; manage related notices and exhibits.
• Assist with discovery (requests, responses, simple summaries, Bates labeling).
• Communicate directly with clients, attorneys, and court personnel to keep cases moving.

Skills

Ohio court filing experience

Personal injury litigation exposure

Organization

Communication

Tools

Clio

Job description

Location: Dublin, OH (Onsite)

Type: Full-time, 3-month contract

About the Role

Aspen Careers is partnering with a small, plaintiff-side personal injury firm in Dublin, Ohio to hire a Contract Paralegal for a 3-month engagement. The ideal professional will jump in quickly to support active litigation matters—strong Ohio court filing experience is required; personal injury experience is preferred.

What You’ll Do

• Own court filings in Ohio courts (state and local): e-filing/physical filing, service, and confirmation of acceptance; maintain proof of service.
• Prepare and file short-form pleadings and discovery-related documents (e.g., deposition notices, routine motions, initial disclosures).
• Calendar deadlines from court orders; support basic docketing and case tracking.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, court reporters, and interpreters; manage related notices and exhibits.
• Assist with discovery (requests, responses, simple summaries, Bates labeling).
• Communicate directly with clients, attorneys, and court personnel to keep cases moving.

What You’ll Bring

• Required: Demonstrated Ohio court filing experience (e-filing portals, local rules, service requirements).
• Preferred: Prior personal injury litigation exposure (plaintiff-side a plus).
• 2+ years as a paralegal or legal assistant in litigation.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal training and manage multiple matters.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and clear written/verbal communication.
• Experience with Clio is a plus (not required).
• Duration: 3 months.
• Schedule: Full-time.
• Onsite: Dublin, OH (in-office role).
• Compensation: Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience.

Why This Firm

• Highly reputable, family-oriented team focused on meaningful client advocacy.
• Direct access to attorneys and a supportive environment.

Interested?

Let’s talk. Contact Chelsae Bazzel at [e-mail] or call/text [phone]