Job Description
Job Description
Contract Paralegal (3-Month) — Litigation/Personal Injury
Location: Dublin, OH (Onsite)
Type: Full-time, 3-month contract
About the Role
Aspen Careers is partnering with a small, plaintiff-side personal injury firm in Dublin, Ohio to hire a Contract Paralegal for a 3-month engagement. The ideal professional will jump in quickly to support active litigation matters—strong Ohio court filing experience is required; personal injury experience is preferred.
What You'll Do
-
Own court filings in Ohio courts (state and local): e-filing/physical filing, service, and confirmation of acceptance; maintain proof of service.
-
Prepare and file short-form pleadings and discovery-related documents (e.g., deposition notices, routine motions, initial disclosures).
-
Calendar deadlines from court orders; support basic docketing and case tracking.
-
Coordinate and schedule depositions, court reporters, and interpreters; manage related notices and exhibits.
-
Assist with discovery (requests, responses, simple summaries, Bates labeling).
-
Communicate directly with clients, attorneys, and court personnel to keep cases moving.
What You'll Bring
-
Required: Demonstrated Ohio court filing experience (e-filing portals, local rules, service requirements).
-
Preferred: Prior personal injury litigation exposure (plaintiff-side a plus).
-
2+ years as a paralegal or legal assistant in litigation.
-
Ability to operate independently with minimal training and manage multiple matters.
-
Excellent organization, attention to detail, and clear written/verbal communication.
-
Experience with Clio is a plus (not required).
Engagement Details
-
Duration: 3 months.
-
Schedule: Full-time.
-
Onsite: Dublin, OH (in-office role).
-
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience.
Why This Firm
-
Highly reputable, family-oriented team focused on meaningful client advocacy.
-
Direct access to attorneys and a supportive environment.
Interested?
Let's talk. Contact Chelsae Bazzel at cbazzel@aspen-careers.com or call/text (380) 222-3425