Litigation Law Paralegal

About the Opportunity
Gertsburg Licata is a well-established law firm in Ohio, we are seeking an experienced Paralegal with a strong background in civil litigation and family law .

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple active matters in a fast-paced legal environment. This position requires strong drafting and case management skills, excellent communication, and the ability to proactively support attorneys throughout all stages of litigation and family law matters.

Key Responsibilities
Civil Litigation Support

Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, correspondence, and other litigation documents

Assist with all phases of discovery, including document collection, review, production, and organization

Manage case deadlines, court filings, and e-filing requirements

Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and other case-related proceedings

Prepare exhibits, deposition summaries, chronologies, and trial materials

Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and other parties

Assist attorneys with trial and hearing preparation

Conduct legal and factual research as requested

Family Law Support

Assist attorneys with divorce, dissolution, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, and related family law matters

Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, discovery, correspondence, and other family law documents

Assist with gathering and organizing financial records, discovery responses, and supporting documentation

Maintain detailed case files and track deadlines, hearings, and court requirements

Coordinate communication with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and other professionals

Prepare exhibits and supporting materials for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials

Provide responsive and professional client support throughout sensitive family law matters

Case Management & Administrative Support

Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings

Monitor court dockets and ensure all deadlines are accurately tracked and met

Schedule client calls, depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances

Organize and maintain electronic and hard-copy case files

Assist attorneys in keeping cases organized and progressing efficiently

Provide general administrative and case management support as needed

Qualifications

3-5+ years of paralegal experience , preferably with significant experience in civil litigation and/or family law

Experience with Ohio courts, procedures, and e-filing strongly preferred

Strong understanding of litigation procedures, discovery, court rules, and deadline management

Family law experience involving divorce, custody, support, and related domestic relations matters strongly preferred

Excellent drafting, writing, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to independently manage multiple active cases, competing priorities, and deadlines

Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate attorney and case needs

Proficiency with legal practice management and document management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic filing systems

Paralegal certificate or relevant degree strongly preferred

What We Offer

Competitive compensation

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Meaningful and varied litigation and family law casework

Opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys and take an active role in case management

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