Paralegal

SSP Law Co. LPA; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SSP Law Co. LPA in Cincinnati, OH seeks a motivated Paralegal for its Hyde Park office. You will support attorneys by drafting, organizing, researching, and keeping documents accurate and ready for action.

The role focuses on preparing discovery documents, drafting and proofreading legal papers, organizing materials, coordinating with third parties, and providing administrative support to ensure matters move efficiently.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (or equivalent).
• 3+ years paralegal/legal assistant experience.
• Experience supporting attorneys in civil litigation, labor & employment, probate/estate administration, or commercial transactions.
• Microsoft Office + electronic document management.
• Notary commission (or ability within 6 months).

Responsibilities

• Prepare discovery documents (interrogatories, document production requests).
• Draft/revise/proofread legal documents (letters, agreements, pleadings, motions).
• Review/organize discovery materials; maintain exhibits and exhibit binders.
• Request records/document from third parties (e.g., Secretary of State).
• Draft/send correspondence; coordinate with court reporters, videographers, vendors.
• Research public records/laws (Lexis/internet searches/social media).
• Support client communication and document sharing folders (e.g., OneDrive).
• Administrative support: file/record documents, maintain files, scan/archive, calendars, onboarding paperwork, conflict checks, fee/engagement letters.
• Backup reception/admin: answer/direct main phone line, greet visitors, process mail/faxes/courier packets.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal support

Education

Associate degree (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic document management

Job description

Paralegal - Hyde Park (Cincinnati, OH)

SSP Law Co. LPA is seeking a motivated Paralegal for its growing practice in the firm's Hyde Park office (Cincinnati, OH). For more than 30 years, SSP has earned a reputation for pragmatic, business-savvy legal work and a client-first culture.

About The Role

You’ll support attorneys by completing day-to-day processes so matters move efficiently‑drafting, organizing, researching, and keeping documentation accurate and ready for action.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare discovery documents (interrogatories, document production requests)
• Draft/revise/proofread legal documents (letters, agreements, pleadings, motions)
• Review/organize discovery materials; maintain exhibits and exhibit binders
• Request records/document from third parties (e.g., Secretary of State)
• Draft/send correspondence; coordinate with court reporters, videographers, vendors
• Research public records/laws (Lexis/internet searches/social media)
• Support client communication and document sharing folders (e.g., OneDrive)
• Administrative support: file/record documents, maintain files, scan/archive, calendars, onboarding paperwork, conflict checks, fee/engagement letters (as needed)
• Backup reception/admin: answer/direct main phone line, greet visitors, process mail/faxes/courier packets

Requirements

• Associate degree (or equivalent)
• 3+ years paralegal/legal assistant experience
• Experience supporting attorneys in one or more areas: civil litigation, labor & employment, probate/estate administration, commercial transactions
• Microsoft Office + electronic document management
• Notary commission (or ability within 6 months)

Onsite role. Minimal local travel.