Paralegal- Decree Specialist (4879-44)

Hamilton County, Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County, Ohio is seeking a Paralegal - Decree Specialist in Cincinnati, OH. The role focuses on analyzing decrees and related orders for court procedure compliance and assisting self-represented litigants.

The candidate will work with the Staff Attorney to ensure accuracy before judicial review, update case management systems, and prepare documentation for submission.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Paralegal in a court setting.
• Strong knowledge of family law decrees and court procedures.
• Excellent analytical and written communication skills.
• Ability to guide self-represented litigants effectively.
• Strong organization with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with Staff Attorneys and other court departments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze legal documents for compliance with court procedures and requirements.
• Assist self-represented litigants by reviewing filings and answering inquiries.
• Review decrees, parenting orders, and related documents for accuracy.
• Ensure statutory language is included in decrees presented for signature.
• Identify and address issues at filing to prevent further litigation.
• Communicate with attorneys and litigants to request corrections or information.
• Update CMS and Live Lists to reflect case activity and orders.
• Prepare checklists for Separation Agreements and Agreed Entries.
• Forward case information to CSEA for SETS accounts creation/modification.
• Process dismissals and prepare related mailings and correspondence.
• Explain court processes and forms to attorneys, litigants, and the public.
• Direct self-represented litigants to appropriate court resources.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Court procedures knowledge

Legal terminology

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Guidance to self-represented litigants

Team collaboration

Job description

Position:Paralegal- Decree Specialist (4879-44)

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id:4879-44

# of Openings:1

Paralegal - Decree Specialist (4879-44)

Location:

800 Broadway Avenue

Pay Range:

$45,000 - $50,000

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Paralegal - Decree Specialist to join our team in Cincinnati, OH. The ideal candidate will analyze legal documents for compliance with court procedures, provide support to self-represented persons, and collaborate closely with the Staff Attorney to ensure accuracy and completeness of decrees and related legal orders prior to judicial review.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze legal documents including pleadings, filings, decrees, and agreed orders to ensure compliance with court procedures, processes, and requirements.
• Provide assistance and support to self-represented litigants by reviewing submitted documents and answering inquiries electronically, in person, and by phone.
• Collaborate with the Staff Attorney to review all decrees, shared parenting plans, parenting orders, associated orders, agreed entries, Qualified Domestic Relations Orders, Divisions of Property Orders, and related documents for accuracy before submission to judicial officers.
• Ensure all required statutory language and references are included in decrees presented for signature.
• Identify and address issues at the time of filing to prevent complications or errors that could lead to further litigation.
• Contact attorneys and litigants to request corrections or additional information as needed.
• Update Case Management System (CMS) and Live Lists to reflect all case activity, including case tracking, running record, and support order screen updates.
• Prepare and maintain checklists of items to be addressed in Separation Agreements and Agreed Entries.
• Forward new and modified case information to the Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA) CE unit for creation and modification of SETS support accounts.
• Process dismissals generated by Judges and Magistrates and prepare related mailings and correspondence.
• Provide clear, concise information and explanations about court processes, rules, official documents, and forms to attorneys, litigants, and the public.
• Direct self-represented litigants and members of the public to appropriate court offices or resources for additional assistance or legal advice.
• Work collaboratively with all court departments to support the directives of the Judges and Court Administration.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience as a Paralegal
• Strong knowledge of court procedures, legal terminology, and statutory requirements related to family law decrees and orders.
• Excellent analytical skills to review and ensure accuracy of legal documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with attorneys, litigants, and court personnel both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to provide clear guidance and support to self-represented litigants.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively with Staff Attorneys and other court departments.