Legal Assistant - Criminal / White-Collar Defense

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Dynamic Litigation Team – Legal Assistant Opportunity in Columbus, OH!

Aspen Careers is partnering with a respected, full-service law firm to identify an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support its busy Criminal Defense and White-Collar Crime practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, highly organized legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys supporting multiple attorneys, and takes pride in delivering exceptional administrative support.

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant – Criminal Defense / White-Collar Crime

Location: Columbus, OH | Hybrid

Why You Should Apply

• Support a team of three attorneys handling criminal defense, white-collar crime, and litigation matters.

• Gain exposure to a sophisticated and fast-paced litigation practice with a variety of responsibilities.

• Play an important role in keeping a high-volume practice organized, managing deadlines, and ensuring attorneys have the support they need.

• Work with attorneys who have varying work styles, offering an opportunity to build strong professional relationships and develop your skills.

• Enjoy a typical 37.5-hour workweek , with overtime not regularly expected.

• Join an established firm that values professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional client service.

The Ideal Candidate

• 2+ years of litigation legal assistant experience preferred, although a highly motivated individual with strong legal administrative skills will be considered.

• Previous experience with legal dictation and transcription strongly preferred , as this is a significant component of the position.

• Ability to manage a high-volume workload, prioritize competing deadlines, and support multiple attorneys efficiently.

• Experience preparing legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other litigation-related materials.

• Familiarity with court filings, docketing, calendaring, and trial preparation; training is available for the right candidate.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office; iManage experience is a plus but not required.

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through.

• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to proactively communicate priorities, deadlines, and workload challenges.

• Ability to handle time-sensitive responsibilities, including docketing, mail processing, time entry, and daily administrative requests.

• Professional, dependable, adaptable, and comfortable working with attorneys who have different expectations and working styles.

• High school diploma or GED required.

About the Firm:

• Highly respected, full-service law firm with a sophisticated legal practice and established presence in Columbus.

• Collaborative environment where attorneys and staff work closely together and employees are trusted to manage their responsibilities independently.

• Strong emphasis on professional development, ongoing training, and employee success.

• Team-oriented culture with regular employee events, celebrations, and opportunities to connect outside of day-to-day work.

• Stable, professional environment offering the resources of a larger firm while maintaining a supportive team culture.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive salary; depending on experience.

• Annual firm-wide bonus opportunity, with additional discretionary performance-based bonus potential.

• Three weeks of PTO , prorated during the first year.

• Comprehensive medical plan options.

• Dental and vision insurance.

• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.

• Firm-provided life and disability insurance, with additional voluntary coverage available.

• Retirement plan with firm contributions.

• Employee assistance and wellness resources.

• Family care and backup care benefits.

• Generous paid parental leave.

• Commuter and pre-tax parking benefits.

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• Flexible 37.5-hour work week.

• One flexible remote day each week.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Let's chat! Whether you're interested in this opportunity or exploring other options in Ohio, reach out to Shelley today:

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