Litigation Paralegal

Kisling, Nestico & Redick; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kisling, Nestico & Redick is seeking a Litigation Paralegal in Columbus, OH to support assigned attorneys by investigating facts, researching issues, and preparing documents. The role emphasizes precise case management and timely client communication.

The ideal candidate will have a paralegal certificate, 3–5 years of experience, and be proficient with MS Word/Outlook/Excel, with strong English grammar and professional office practices.

Qualifications

• Investigate and research facts to support assigned attorney.
• Maintain accurate case management and timely client communications.
• Draft and organize legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate medical records, insurance files, and settlements.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and research facts to support the attorney.
• Manage case files and communicate with clients and attorney.
• Obtain, review, and organize medical records.
• Prepare damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
• Draft correspondence and prepare settlement documentation.

Skills

Case management

Client communication

Attention to detail

English grammar

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

The Litigation Paralegal position is responsible for investigating and researching facts and preparing documents to assist and support their assigned attorney. Responsibilities include accurate management of cases and timely communication with clients and attorney.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Case Management
• Obtain, review, and organize medical records
• Insurance coverage investigation
• Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage
• Log daily mail
• Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers
• Draft correspondence necessary for case management
• Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution
• Prepare check requests, maintain check records, and mail checks
• Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements
• Prepare disbursement summaries
• Communication
• Consistent and regular communication with clients regarding case status
• Weekly reports
• Monthly team meetings
• Provide support for other team members in their absence
• Meet/exceed goals
• Regular, consistent, punctual attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIREMENTS

Skills

• Highly proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel
• Legal practices and procedures.
• Business practices. Standard clerical and general office administration procedures.
• High command of English grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling.
• Use of computers and related software applications.
• Research procedures.
• Procedures for preparing legal documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3-5 years relevant work experience required
• Paralegal certificate required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• This position is based in office, M-F

Kisling, Nestico & Redick is an Equal Opportunity Employer