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Appellate Unit Secretary/Paralegal
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- $48,000 a year
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- Mid-level
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- Administrative experience
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Delaware County, OH —Delaware, OH
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Public Defender - Appeals & Postconviction
State of Ohio - Public Defender Commission —Columbus, OH
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- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Assistant Public Defender
Delaware, County of (OH) —Delaware, OH
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- Presentation skills

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Appellate Unit Secretary/Paralegal
Public Defender Office —Columbus, OH
Commitment to social justice and defending the rights of indigent individuals charged with or convicted of crimes. Library: Maintain the Office’s Law Library.
$48,000 a year
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Appellate Unit Secretary/Paralegal

Public Defender Office
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$48,000 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Civil litigation support
High school diploma or GED
Attention to detail
Legal research
Legal case management
Paralegal Certificate
Editing

Full Job Description

Position: Appellate Unit Secretary/Paralegal

Starting Salary: $48,000*

Deadline: June 8, 2026

Instructions: Applicants interested in the above position, please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

The Franklin County Public Defender’s Office provides zealous, high-quality legal representation to individuals who cannot afford counsel. We believe that justice is a right, not a privilege. We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Appellate Secretary/Paralegal to join our Appellate Unit. This position provides essential, high-level administrative and legal support to appellate attorneys, playing a critical role in the preparation and filing of appeals in our courts.

Responsibilities:

· Document preparation: Format, proofread, and prepare complex appellate briefs, motions, petitions, and legal correspondence, ensuring compliance with strict court rules (including Table of Authorities/Contents).

· Electronic Filing: File legal documents electronically (e-filing) in the 10th District Court of Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court.

· Record Preparation: Compile, organize, and index the record on appeal.

· Case Management: Maintain, update, and track case management databases, ensuring all deadlines are accurately scheduled.

· Communication: Serve as a point of contact between staff attorneys, appellate courts, and clients both incarcerated in correctional facilities and those in the community.

· File Maintenance: Organize and maintain both physical and electronic case files from assignment to closure.

· Library: Maintain the Office’s Law Library

· Perform all other duties assigned, delegated or required by the assistant public defenders or unit chief.

Experience and Skills:

· Paralegal certificate preferred; will consider other relevant experience

· A demonstrated capacity to work creatively and collaboratively on legal issues confronting our indigent clients

· Commitment to social justice and defending the rights of indigent individuals charged with or convicted of crimes

· Exceptional attention to detail and ability to proofread for accuracy

· Ability to work independently and manage multiple competing deadlines

· Strong, compassionate communication skills for working with client populations as well as with other office staff, court personnel and prosecutors.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Administrative Assistants & Receptionists: 1 year (Preferred)
Legal research: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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