The Criminal Justice Section of the Ohio Attorney General’s office consists of three units that represent the Department of Rehabilitation and Correction and Department of Youth Services and its employees in suits brought by inmate and youths in Ohio’s correctional systems. The Corrections Unit represents the state in civil suits brought by inmates against those departments and employees. The Habeas Corpus Unit represents the state in both state and federal court in habeas corpus actions brought by inmates not on death row. The Capital Crimes Unit represents the state in habeas corpus actions by inmates sentenced to death.
The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking an organized and detail-oriented individual for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant 1 for our Criminal Justice Section, Capital Crimes Unit. This position provides paralegal support and assists attorneys as needed with cases. The 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 Ohio.
The duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- 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 and/or 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 and/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
- Processes and tracks payments and wire transfers
- Tracks judgements, consent order, and related information for reporting purposes
- 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)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
24 mos. paid work exp. as paralegal/legal assistant.
- Or successful completion of certificated program for paralegal or legal assistant.
- Or successful completion of 12 mos. of education from an accredited law school.
- Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Job Skills: Administrative support/services, attention to detail, verbal and written communication
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#:26-07-094
Selected candidate(s) will be subject to the following background checks:
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
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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.
