3 Month Paralegal Contract for Aspen Careers, LLC

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 Youll 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 Youll 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.