Paralegal jobs in Akron, OH

Paralegal assists and supports attorneys with research and document preparation for court proceedings and legal transactions. Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes to research and analyze legal topics. Being a Paralegal drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, and contracts. Conducts fact-finding, data collection, and analysis used to prepare statements and arguments. Additionally, Paralegal assists attorneys with depositions, interviews, discovery, and investigations. Manages, organizes, and archives documents with software tools and technology. Applies specialized legal terminology appropriately in documents. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to an attorney. The Paralegal work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Paralegal typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Paralegal
  • Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC
  • Fairlawn, OH FULL_TIME
  • Description

    The Paralegal position is responsible for investigating and researching facts and preparing documents to assist and support their assigned attorney. Responsibilities include accurate management of cases and timely communication with clients and attorneys.


    ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES*:


    Case Management

    • Obtain, review, and organize medical records
    • Insurance coverage investigation
    • Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage
    • Log daily mail
    • Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers
    • Draft correspondence necessary for case management
    • Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution
    • Prepare check requests, maintain check records, and mail checks
    • Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements
    • Prepare disbursement summaries
    • Prepare file for litigation transfer when necessary


    Communication

    • Consistent and regular communication with clients regarding case status
    • Weekly reports
    • Monthly team meetings

    • Provide support for other team members in their absence

    • Meet/exceed goals

    • Regular, consistent, punctual attendance.

    • Other duties as assigned.


    *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    Requirements

    Requirements

    • High School Diploma or GED required

    • Three to five years’ relevant work experience required

    • Previous experience in personal injury preferred

    • Prefer Bachelor’s degree

    • Prefer paralegal certificate


  • 24 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Law Office
  • Fairlawn, OH FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Looking for a paralegal/legal assitant to help with daily tasks. The right candidate will need to have prior office experience, be proficient in Microsoft word and excel, self starter, detail oriented...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Kennedy & Collins Co., LPA
  • Norton, OH FULL_TIME
  • Friendly, suburban law firm in Norton, Ohio seeks a Probate Paralegal as we are growing and need to add additional staff. This is a full-time position with paid health insurance, matching contribution...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Express Employment Professionals - Akron West
  • Akron, OH FULL_TIME
  • Our client in Akron is seeking a full time Paralegal/Legal Assistant. As a Paralegal you will:Gather and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation. Write or s...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Litigation Paralegal
  • The Buckeye Law Group
  • Akron, OH FULL_TIME
  • Busy personal injury law office looking for an experienced paralegal. Essential Job Functions: Handle incoming calls and other communication interactions with clients and third parties Prepare pleadin...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Litigation Paralegal
  • MentorWorks Education Capital
  • Akron, OH FULL_TIME
  • Litigation Paralegal MentorWorks Education Capital, a workforce development company, is looking for a Litigation Paralegal to join one of our employer partners. Candidates will be screened by the Ment...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Integrated Talent Strategies
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Integrate Talent Strategies is hiring a full-time permanent Paralegal that has a least 5 years of experience and experie...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Corporate Paralegal
  • Brookfield Properties
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Location Key Tower - 127 Public Square Business We know that a one-size-fits-all approach doesnt work when it comes to r...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • PrideStaff
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Paralegal Salary: $42,500 to $84,000 DOE Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm + overtime Location: Cle...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Litigation Paralegal
  • PrideStaff
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Litigation Paralegal Salary: $42,500 to $84,000 DOE Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm + overtime Lo...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Area Temps
  • Chagrin Falls, OH
  • Job Description A law firm, that handles family law, is seeking a Paralegal for a full-time position. Work hours are Mon...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Patrick Merrick Attorney at Law, LLC
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Paralegal to become a part of our law firm with primary areas of practi...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Patrick Merrick Attorney at Law, LLC
  • Independence, OH
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Paralegal to become a part of our law firm with primary areas of practi...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Patrick Merrick Attorney at Law, LLC
  • Parma, OH
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Paralegal to become a part of our law firm with primary areas of practi...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Akron (/ˈækrən/) is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Summit County. It is located on the western edge of the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau, about 30 miles (48 km) south of Cleveland. As of the 2017 Census estimate, the city proper had a total population of 197,846, making it the 119th-largest city in the United States. The Greater Akron area, covering Summit and Portage counties, had an estimated population of 703,505. The city was founded in 1825 by Simon Perkins and Paul Williams, along the Little Cuyahoga River at the summit of the developing Ohio and...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Paralegal jobs
$82,506 to $102,193
Akron, Ohio area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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