Independent Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

Aspen Careers, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

Free onsite parking

Flexible daily start/finish times

Year-end discretionary bonus

Job summary

Aspen Careers, LLC is partnering with an established civil litigation practice in German Village, Columbus, OH to identify a Legal Administrative Assistant. The role supports an attorney directly, handles daily office responsibilities, and requires strong dictation and filing skills.

The ideal candidate will manage calendars, deadlines, and litigation materials, work independently, and contribute to a small office environment with direct attorney access.

Qualifications

• Experience as a litigation assistant or legal secretary.
• Strong audio dictation and transcription skills.
• Experience preparing and filing documents in state and federal courts.
• Ability to maintain calendars, track deadlines, and manage priorities.
• Excellent proofreading and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support attorney directly with daily administrative tasks.
• Prepare and electronically file documents in state and federal courts.
• Maintain calendars and deadlines for litigation matters.
• Organize exhibits, trial notebooks, and other materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients and team.

Skills

Litigation support

Dictation & transcription

Court filings

Calendar management

Independent work

Communication skills

Tools

Timeslips

Job description

Aspen Careers, LLC is partnering with an established civil litigation practice in German Village, Columbus, OH to identify a Legal Administrative Assistant. The role supports an attorney directly, handles daily office responsibilities, and requires strong dictation and filing skills.

The ideal candidate will manage calendars, deadlines, and litigation materials, work independently, and contribute to a small office environment with direct attorney access.