In-House Paralegal – Contracts & Litigation

Beacon Hill; Upper Arlington (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Paralegal to join its legal team in a full-time capacity. You will support attorneys across contracts, litigation, claims, and corporate matters, helping move matters from initiation to completion.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of paralegal experience, ideally in-house, with an ABA-approved Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate. Banking or consumer reporting experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies from an ABA-approved program or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• 2-5 years of paralegal experience.
• In-house legal experience preferred.
• Banking or consumer reporting experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Administer contract processes from initiation through completion and communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely execution.
• Monitor legal department mailboxes for incoming litigation, claims, compliance matters, contracts, and other legal inquiries.
• Conduct pre-claim and litigation investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments.
• Provide litigation support, including calendaring hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and coordinating logistics.
• Monitor tradenames, trademarks, and licenses for state agency filings and renewals.
• Assist attorneys with monthly reports, risk assessment assignments, and professional correspondence.
• Process invoices and requisitions and provide general administrative support to the legal department.
• Maintain highly organized and accurate legal files and records while handling confidential information.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies (ABA-approved)

Paralegal Certificate (ABA-approved)

Job description

Beacon Hill in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Paralegal to join its legal team in a full-time capacity. You will support attorneys across contracts, litigation, claims, and corporate matters, helping move matters from initiation to completion.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of paralegal experience, ideally in-house, with an ABA-approved Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate. Banking or consumer reporting experience is a plus.