State of Ohio
Organization
Attorney General
Agency Contact Name and Information Kelly Smith, kelly.smith@OhioAGO.gov
Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation $26.92/hour - $33.35/hour
Schedule Full-time
Work Hours 8:00am-5:00pm
Union Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill Administrative Support/Services
Technical Skills Administrative support/services
Professional Skills Attention to Detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.
Job Description This position is a repost. Individuals who applied to the original posting, 250008EC/25-11-202 do not need to reapply in order to be considered.
The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking an organized and detail oriented individual for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant 2 for our Constitutional Offices section. The Constitutional Offices Section represents Ohio’s statewide officeholders, including the Governor, Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer of State, and those elected to the Ohio Supreme Court, and to the General Assembly. This position provides paralegal support assist attorneys needed with cases. This position will work a hybrid in-person/remote schedule. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The headquarter location is 30 E. Broad St., Columbus.
Responsibilities
Researches federal and/or state statutes, recorded judicial decisions, and other legal sources and reference materials in order to prepare responses to inquiries, complaints, claims, and legal/administrative procedural issues to assist section attorneys
Performs Internet and other computer-assisted searches for information and documents
Assists in the preparation and presentation of cases in litigation, including document review, verification and organization
Helps prepare and respond to discovery requests and public records requests
Contacts opposing counsel or court/board personnel as may be necessary to assist in case preparation and presentation of cases
Assesses, logs and indexes incoming and outgoing electronic and paper document productions
Uses document management software to prepare legal correspondence; uses case management software
Drafts legal briefs and memoranda, contracts, pleadings, motions, affidavits, legislation, rules and/or regulations
Prepares case summaries, legal documents and reports for review, approval and signature of an/or use by section attorneys
Maintains case calendars and case files
Manually and/or electronically files legal documents with court on behalf of attorneys
Responds to general inquiries
Performs other duties as assigned
Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Qualifications
Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s core program in paralegal studies or related field and successful completion of certificated program for paralegal or legal assistant and 48 months experience in legal research & writing
Or Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s core program in paralegal studies or related field and successful completion of certificated program for paralegal or legal assistant and 48 months experience as Paralegal/Legal Assistant 1, 63810
Or successful completion of 24 months of education from an accredited law school
Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above
Job Skills:
Administrative Support, Attention to detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication.
Supplemental Information The Attorney General’s Office is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines to people from all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate in any way. All people are equal under the law, and it is so at the AGO. This is a workplace where talent gains you entry and performance determines your career path. Staff can join and lead employee resource groups and participate in online or in-person events to learn about the experiences of others.
Employees of the Attorney General's Office must have been in their current positions for at least 12 months in order to be eligible for consideration.
The Attorney General's Office may fill additional, similar positions as a result of this posting.
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AGO#: 25-11-202RP
Background Check Info
Criminal history
Driving record
Taxes
Drug Test
In addition, an internet search may be conducted of publicly available and job-related information through social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) or through the use of search engines (Google, Bing, etc.).
ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
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Agency Contact Name and Information Kelly Smith, kelly.smith@OhioAGO.gov
Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation $26.92/hour - $33.35/hour
Schedule Full-time
Work Hours 8:00am-5:00pm
Union Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill Administrative Support/Services
Technical Skills Administrative support/services
Professional Skills Attention to Detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.
Job Description This position is a repost. Individuals who applied to the original posting, 250008EC/25-11-202 do not need to reapply in order to be considered.
The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking an organized and detail oriented individual for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant 2 for our Constitutional Offices section. The Constitutional Offices Section represents Ohio’s statewide officeholders, including the Governor, Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer of State, and those elected to the Ohio Supreme Court, and to the General Assembly. This position provides paralegal support assist attorneys needed with cases. This position will work a hybrid in-person/remote schedule. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The headquarter location is 30 E. Broad St., Columbus.
Responsibilities
Researches federal and/or state statutes, recorded judicial decisions, and other legal sources and reference materials in order to prepare responses to inquiries, complaints, claims, and legal/administrative procedural issues to assist section attorneys
Performs Internet and other computer-assisted searches for information and documents
Assists in the preparation and presentation of cases in litigation, including document review, verification and organization
Helps prepare and respond to discovery requests and public records requests
Contacts opposing counsel or court/board personnel as may be necessary to assist in case preparation and presentation of cases
Assesses, logs and indexes incoming and outgoing electronic and paper document productions
Uses document management software to prepare legal correspondence; uses case management software
Drafts legal briefs and memoranda, contracts, pleadings, motions, affidavits, legislation, rules and/or regulations
Prepares case summaries, legal documents and reports for review, approval and signature of an/or use by section attorneys
Maintains case calendars and case files
Manually and/or electronically files legal documents with court on behalf of attorneys
Responds to general inquiries
Performs other duties as assigned
Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Qualifications
Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s core program in paralegal studies or related field and successful completion of certificated program for paralegal or legal assistant and 48 months experience in legal research & writing
Or Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s core program in paralegal studies or related field and successful completion of certificated program for paralegal or legal assistant and 48 months experience as Paralegal/Legal Assistant 1, 63810
Or successful completion of 24 months of education from an accredited law school
Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above
Job Skills:
Administrative Support, Attention to detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication.
Supplemental Information The Attorney General’s Office is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines to people from all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate in any way. All people are equal under the law, and it is so at the AGO. This is a workplace where talent gains you entry and performance determines your career path. Staff can join and lead employee resource groups and participate in online or in-person events to learn about the experiences of others.
Employees of the Attorney General's Office must have been in their current positions for at least 12 months in order to be eligible for consideration.
The Attorney General's Office may fill additional, similar positions as a result of this posting.
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AGO#: 25-11-202RP
Background Check Info
Criminal history
Driving record
Taxes
Drug Test
In addition, an internet search may be conducted of publicly available and job-related information through social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) or through the use of search engines (Google, Bing, etc.).
ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
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