Paralegal

Akron Law Firm; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Free food & snacks

Competitive salary

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

PTO

Job summary

Akron Law Firm seeks a motivated Paralegal to support attorneys across litigation, estate planning, and personal injury matters. The role emphasizes attention to detail, organization, and proactive research.

You will prepare case documents, manage files, and communicate with clients and witnesses while assisting with discovery and drafting estate planning documents. The ideal candidate will have paralegal certification or an associates degree and strong Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with document management experience.
• Excellent research skills.
• Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system.

Responsibilities

• Prepare case-specific documents, including research memoranda and motions.
• Ensure that case-related documents are well organized and available for review.
• Conduct legal research and investigation.
• Provide general administrative support.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses.
• Maintain and update documentation.
• Assist with discovery requests and reviewing discovery.
• Assist attorneys in estate planning document drafting.
• Assist attorneys with medical record review and demand drafting for personal injury matters.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Research skills

Multitasking

Legal terminology

Education

Paralegal certification/Associates degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensation
• Health benefits
• PTO

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you will provide support to our attorneys in the various areas of law: litigation, estate planning, and personal injury. The ideal candidate is hardworking and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare case-specific documents, including research memorandum and motions
• Ensure that case-related documents are well organized and available for review
• Conduct legal research and investigation
• Provide general administrative support
• Communicate with clients and witnesses
• Maintain and update documentation
• Assist with discovery requests and reviewing discovery
• Assist attorneys in estate planning document drafting
• Assist attorneys with medical record review and demand drafting for personal injury matters

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Paralegal or similar role is preferred
• Certification or Associates Degree as a Paralegal is preferred
• Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with document management experience
• Excellent research skills
• Comfortable Microsoft Office and case management software
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure