Paralegal

sspfirm; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SSP Law Co. LPA in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support attorneys with discovery, drafting, and organization to keep matters moving efficiently.

The role requires strong attention to detail, 3+ years of paralegal/legal assistant experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management. Onsite, with minimal local travel, you will coordinate with staff and clients to ensure timely, accurate filings.

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 proficiency and electronic document management.
• Notary commission (or ability within 6 months).

Responsibilities

• Prepare discovery documents and draft/revise legal documents.
• Review/organize discovery materials and maintain exhibits.
• Coordinate with third parties for records and documents.
• Draft correspondence and coordinate with court reporters and vendors.
• Research public records and support client communication and document sharing.
• Provide general administrative support and onboarding paperwork.

Skills

3+ years paralegal experience

Civil litigation experience

Notary within 6 months

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/documents 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.