Court Paralegal/Legal Administrative Assistant

$44,720 - $44,720/Yr

Medina County Domestic Relations Court - Medina, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Medina, OH

About the position

The Court Paralegal/Legal Administrative Assistant position at the Medina County Domestic Relations Court involves providing essential support services to the Administrative Judge and other court officials. The role includes managing legal documents, conducting legal research, and ensuring compliance with court procedures. The paralegal will work closely with judges, attorneys, and the public, contributing to the efficient operation of the court system.

Responsibilities

• Manage difficult and varied clerical work
• Perform legal research and writing for the Administrative Judge
• Produce typed correspondence, reports, and materials from rough written copy or brief oral instructions
• Perform filing activities and maintain files and records
• Prepare legal papers and correspondence
• Provide information to the public, judges, attorneys, and other Court employees
• May be designated as Administrative Secretary to type and perform clerical tasks for the Administrative Judge or Court Administrator
• Answer telephones and take messages
• Examine motions filed with the court to determine compliance with local rules and relevant issues of law and fact
• Prepare orders and entries upon instruction; develop case management schedules and orders
• Participate in staff training and development as requested
• Participate in Court initiatives as assigned

Requirements

• 3 years of paralegal experience
• Knowledge of Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Civil Rules
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of court system and procedure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Word, Outlook, Excel, and Westlaw
• Ability to prioritize work and work independently without daily supervision
• Good time-management skills, highly organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information
• Demonstrated dependability, reliability, and excellent attendance record
• Patience, objectivity, maturity, effectiveness under stress, initiative, adaptability, and sound judgment

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid sick time