Legal Assistant Paralegal - Litigation

Vorys offers competitive pay, professional development, a robust benefits package on day one, and a culture of client service that permeates not only how we serve clients, but how we treat one another. The Legal Assistant will perform a variety of administrative duties for attorneys to whom assigned according to established policies and procedures. The Legal Assistant is assigned to assist several attorneys in a specific practice group(s) and will support 5-9 attorneys. This position will be responsible for preparing practice-specific forms, updating electronic and paper files, preparing and filing court documents and e-filings, updating attorney calendars as needed, delegating work to appropriate departments and completing other tasks as assigned in a timely and accurate manner.
Prepare practice-specific documents, paper court filings and e-filings, update electronic and hard copy files like pleading/correspondence/closing folders/etc., proofread documents. Copy and scan documents for attorneys as requested.
Delegate tasks and projects to appropriate team members based on workload, skillset, and priority to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of assignments.
Assist other legal assistants and attorneys in the practice group(s) as time permits and as requested by other attorneys, Document Services Center, the Legal Administrative Support & Training Manager, and/or Human Resources.
Excellent spelling and proofreading skills
Intermediate Microsoft Word skills
Typing (45+ wpm)
Ability to organize, prioritize and produce quality work
Self-motivated and flexible to complete assignments in a timely manner
MS Excel
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3 years experience in similar field required.
Previous law firm experience preferred.
Litigation and Tax experience preferred.
The expected pay scale for this position is $30.77–$42.05 per hour (overtime eligible per applicable laws) with an approximate annualized equivalent of $60,000.00–$82,000.00 based on 37.50 hrs./Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, life and disability coverage, paid maternity & parental leave, family building resources, identity theft protection, a 401(k) plan, and paid sick, personal and vacation time. Vorys does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decisions, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Vorys is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in our employment application process unless doing so would constitute an undue hardship. If you need assistance or an accommodation in our employment application process due to a disability; due to a limitation related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, please contact Julie McDonald, CHRO. Our policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process.