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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$59,496 / year median in Ohio
+2% projected growth
Job Description
INTERESTED CANDIDATES CAN SEND UPDATED RESUMES TO MAMCDONOUGH
@ACTALENTSERVICES .COM OR TEXT MARISA AT 330. 397. 1302 TO SET UP AN IMMEDIATE PHONE INTERVIEW!
Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Legal Assistant to support a growing immigration law team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This role starts as a 13-week contract with strong potential to convert to a full-time position based on attendance, performance, and overall fit with the team. The position focuses heavily on mail processing, document organization, and administrative support, with opportunities to expand into additional responsibilities and potentially grow into a lead role over time. Responsibilities Sort, process, and route incoming mail and legal documents. Organize and maintain physical and electronic files. Review documents and update case information in case management systems and Excel. Provide administrative support, including data entry and document preparation. Support daily operations in both the mailroom and office environment. Maintain accuracy and quality in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. Cross-train on additional functions and assist where needed. Essential Skills 3+ years of administrative experience. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel. Experience with document management and filing systems. Reliable attendance and strong work ethic. High school diploma or equivalent. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in a law firm, especially immigration law. Mailroom or file clerk experience. Ability to handle repetitive tasks with consistency and accuracy. Interest in professional growth and leadership opportunities. Work Environment This is an onsite role, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch break. The work takes place in both a mailroom and main operations area within an immigration law setting, where the pace is fast and the volume of documents is high. Business casual attire is required, with jeans permitted on Fridays for a casual dress day. The team culture emphasizes professionalism, collaboration, and mutual respect, with several group lunches, team activities, and quarterly team outings that foster a supportive and engaging environment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dublin, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Dublin,OH.