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Legal · Columbus, OH
Paralegal jobs in Columbus, OH
Paralegals support attorneys by drafting documents, managing case files, conducting legal research, and preparing for filings, hearings, and trials under attorney supervision.
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$19–$41/hr
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$58k
Median, full-time
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A well-established professional services organization is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant with experience supporting Litigation and Labor & Employment teams. This role provides administrative and clerical support…
$65k - $75k
A well-established law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to support a busy Employment Law practice. This role will provide administrative and legal support to attorneys handling a variety of employment-related matters, r…
$45k - $50k
Executive Administrator – Licensed Division Location: Columbus, Ohio (In Office) Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Salary: $45,000–$50,000 annually Position Overview Marketing Results is seeking a highly orga…
We are the #1 fastest-growing private company in Columbus, Ohio, by Inc. 5000, and one of the top and youngest financial planning firms in the country. Peak has grown from one team member to over 60 team members in just…
Job Description As a Senior Executive Assistant in the Product Owner, Fulfilment & Archival Services team, you will work in a fast-paced organization where each day will be unique. In this role, you will manage the MD's…
$33 - $38 per hour
Roetzel & Andress LPA , is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant in Columbus, Ohio. We prefer 2-3 years of business litigation or law firm experience but will train the right candidate. Roetzel is a full-service law firm w…
$85k - $95k
Job Title: Sr. Paralegal Industry: Legal Location: Wilmington, DE Assignment Type: Direct hire, permanent Salary: $85000 - $95000 / Year Work Schedule: Monday – Friday onsite (business hours; flexibility required during…
$80k - $150k
Job Title: Estate Planning Attorney Location: Columbus, OH Experience Level: 2+ Years Position Overview We are seeking a thoughtful and detail-oriented Estate Planning Attorney to join our Columbus office. The ideal cand…
$50k - $60k
Job Title: Litigation Paralegal Location: Columbus, Ohio Job Type: Full-Time About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Litigation Paralegal. This position requires a detail-oriented professional…
$120k - $175k
A well-established Omaha law firm seeks an experienced Corporate Law Attorney with 10+ years of expertise to join our team. We offer a collaborative, client-focused environment and work with a diverse range of businesses…
A respected, full-service law firm with a strong presence in Columbus, OH is seeking a Litigation Associate with experience in construction-related disputes . This is an opportunity to join a well-established team known…
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What paralegals earn in Columbus
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $19–$25 | $40k–$52k |
| Mid level | $24–$32 | $50k–$66k |
| Senior | $30–$41 | $63k–$86k |
Adjusted for the Columbus market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Legal research (Westlaw, Lexis)Drafting pleadings and discoveryE-filing and court proceduresCase management softwareDocument review and e-discoveryCalendaring and deadlinesMeticulous attention to detailClient communicationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through how you manage deadlines across multiple active cases.
Describe a redundant system: court rules-based calendaring, reminders at set intervals, and double-checking computation of dates. A missed deadline story handled well is acceptable; a casual attitude is not.
What experience do you have drafting discovery and pleadings?
Be specific about documents: interrogatories, requests for production, deposition summaries, motions. Note that attorneys reviewed and signed, showing you know the supervision boundary.
How do you handle a client who asks you for legal advice?
The expected answer: acknowledge the question, explain you cannot give legal advice, and route it to the attorney promptly. This tests your understanding of unauthorized practice.
Describe your legal research process for an unfamiliar issue.
Show method: secondary sources first for orientation, then primary authority on Westlaw or Lexis, checking citations are still good law, and summarizing findings in a memo.
Tell me about preparing for a trial or major hearing.
Walk through exhibits, witness binders, subpoenas, and logistics, and how you kept the attorney supplied in the moment. Calm logistics under pressure is the trait being tested.
How do you handle confidential information, especially in a small community or firm?
Give concrete habits: clean desk, locked files, careful email addressing, and never discussing matters outside the team, plus conflict-check awareness.
What practice areas have you supported, and which do you prefer?
Be honest and map your experience to the firm's practice. Preferring their area with a reason grounded in the work reads as genuine fit.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For paralegals specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your paralegal certificate or degree and credentials like NALA CP or ACP, plus notary commission if you hold one.
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Name your practice areas and what you actually did in each, for example drafted discovery responses in personal injury litigation.
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Show software fluency: Westlaw or Lexis, Clio, Relativity or other e-discovery platforms, and state e-filing systems.
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Quantify caseload and output: number of active matters supported, filings per month, or pages of document review handled.
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Highlight deadline and trial support work explicitly; reliability under court deadlines is the core hiring concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Senior Paralegal
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Paralegal Manager
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