Litigation paralegal jobs in Cleveland, OH

The Litigation 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 attorney. ESSENTIAL 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 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 Skills: Highly proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel Legal practices and procedures. Business practices. Standard clerical and general office administration procedures. High command of English grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling. Use of computers and related software applications. Research procedures. Procedures for preparing legal documentation. QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED required 3-5 years relevant work experience required Paralegal certificate required Bachelor's degree preferred This position is based in office, M-F Kisling, Nestico & Redick is an Equal Opportunity Employer Salary Description $20 - $30/h

Johnson Law Group is a fast-growing plaintiffs' law firm with a national presence and a strong commitment to advocacy. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices across the U.S. and U.K., we represent clients in personal injury, mass tort, workers' compensation, and complex litigation. We are dedicated to delivering results for our clients and fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for our team members. At Johnson Law Group, you'll find an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact. Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Litigation Paralegal to join our Personal Injury team in Cleveland. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for client service. This role is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being an integral part of trial preparation and case strategy. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive litigation support for personal injury cases from intake through trial. Draft, file, and manage legal documents, pleadings, discovery requests, and responses. Organize, review, and summarize medical records and other case-related documents. Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials. Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, witness files, and trial binders. Maintain accurate case files and ensure all deadlines are met. Conduct factual and legal research as needed. Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel in a professional and timely manner. Qualifications 2+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in personal injury litigation. Paralegal certificate or degree preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered. Strong knowledge of litigation processes, court rules, and filing procedures in Ohio. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with case management software is a plus. Why Join Us Joining Johnson Law Group means being part of a growing, innovative plaintiffs' firm where your work has real impact. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will: Be the first point of contact for individuals seeking justice and support. Develop expertise in high-profile, impactful cases. Work alongside a dedicated team that values collaboration and client care. Gain career growth opportunities in a fast-growing national law firm. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients during critical moments.

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. This position provides professional legal support primarily to the Legal Department's compliance function, encompassing legal corporate compliance, data protection and information technology. Key responsibilities include drafting and editing legal documents, communications and contracts; conducting legal research; managing files, reports and processes related to compliance, data privacy and cybersecurity matters; and preparing legal documents, materials and training documents for legal-compliance attorneys. * This is a hybrid role with the requirement of working onsite at our Mentor, OH Corporate HQ, 3 days a week. (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday). What You'll do as a Senior Paralegal * Assist attorneys with complex, confidential, or sensitive legal matters, including preparing significant legal documentation, interfacing with attorneys, outside counsel, and management, and organizing documents and maintaining files. * Draft, review, and edit legal documents, contracts, and communications to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations, under the direction of legal compliance attorneys. * Conduct thorough legal research on compliance, data privacy, and cybersecurity matters to support the legal department's initiatives and decision-making processes. Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, providing updates and recommendations to the legal compliance function. * Assist in the administration of files, reports, and processes related to corporate compliance, data privacy, and cybersecurity, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and accurately maintained. * Prepare legal briefs, materials, and training documents for legal compliance attorneys, ensuring all materials are well-organized and ready for presentation or review. * Provide general administrative support to the legal compliance function, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and handling correspondence. * Manage and organize case files, ensuring all relevant information is easily accessible and properly documented. Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks. * Other duties as assigned. The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed Required: * Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies required. * 5+ years experience as a paralegal in a private law firm or corporate legal department required. * Experience working with compliance matters, technology contracts, data privacy agreements and business associate agreements. * Broad knowledge of the basic principles of judicial and administrative process; knowledge of legal research procedures. * Strong computer skills (MS Office 365, Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams) required, with knowledge of general office equipment. * Ability to develop power point documents required. Preferred: * Experience supporting Compliance, Data Privacy & Information Technology teams is helpful. * Global experience is helpful. Skills: * Superior organizational, analytic, verbal and writing skills necessary. * Superior interpersonal skills; ability to work with various types of people at all levels of management. * Good business judgment; ability to complete tasks under pressure and/or strict deadlines; detail oriented. * Ability to be discreet and maintain confidential nature of sensitive Legal Department projects and information. What STERIS Offers: We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and financial future. Here is a brief overview of what we offer: * Market Competitive Pay * Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays * Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits * Long/Short Term Disability Coverage * 401(k) with a company match * Maternity and Paternity Leave * Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs * Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career #LI-SA2 #ZRSA-1 #LI-hybrid Pay range for this opportunity is $75,250 - $110,275. This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc. STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits Open until position is filled. STERIS is a leading provider of products and services that meet the needs of growth areas within Healthcare: procedures, devices, vaccines and biologics. We exist to fulfill our MISSION TO HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD. STERIS is a $3B, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 18,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries. If you need assistance completing the application process, please call ****************. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status. STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity. The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc., a growing commercial insurance holding company, has an immediate need for an in-house paralegal to work in our litigation department's Cleveland office as an e-discovery paralegal. Responsibilities Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions and legal articles to better understand how to respond to subpoenas served upon any entity in the AmTrust group of companies. Collect, reviewed, redact, categorize (e-tag) and produce documents using AmTrust's in-house e-discovery platform in response to subpoenas or in connection with other legal matters. Communicate with clients, witnesses, adversaries, and team members in connection with the e-discovery needs of AmTrust. Interact with people at all levels of the company as a member of the litigation department. Manage multiple priorities in a deadline-oriented setting. Handle confidential information in a discreet manner. Manage and prioritize completing deadlines. Maintain data integrity in computer platform. Support multiple attorneys and non-attorneys across many facets of AmTrust's business, including responding to subpoenas, litigation discovery requests, internal investigations, regulatory and compliance matters, special investigations, and corporate due diligence. Keeps current with market trends and demands. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned. Qualifications 1-3 years of experience as a paralegal Formal paralegal certificate 1+ year demonstrated experience in litigation Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Experience with document review and production Basic understanding of rules concerning responding to discovery requests generated as part of litigations (subpoenas and document demands) Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently and multi-task required 1-3 + years of experience with an e-discovery system, in connection with litigation This is designed to provide a general overview of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time. The expected salary range for this role is $27.00-$27.50/HR. Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations. #LI-GH1 #LI-HYBRID #AmTrust What We Offer AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off. AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities. AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.

Our client was named one of the top companies to work for in Cleveland in 2022 by Cleveland.com. Our client is seeking a paralegal to help support their robust Long-Term Health Care practice group in the Cleveland office. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 or more years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm or in-house legal department setting. Responsibilities will include forming legal entities, drafting formation documents, obtaining EINs, ordering and reviewing lien search results, and working with our attorneys on real estate transactions, mergers and acquisitions transactions, and loan closings. This position will have a high degree of client contact.

FirstEnergy at a Glance FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is a diversified energy company dedicated to safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy comprises one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems based on serving six million customers in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Our diverse generating fleet features non-emitting nuclear, scrubbed baseload coal, natural gas, and pumped storage hydro and other renewables. About the Opportunity This is a position within FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. The Legal Specialist is responsible for providing support to the Legal Department and other departments throughout the Company on various legal and regulatory matters. This position reports to a supervising attorney or Associate General Counsel as assigned. All tasks are performed under the direction or supervision of an attorney. It is located at the FirstEnergy Headquarters / White Pond Dr., location in Akron, OH. Responsibilities include: Preparing drafts of correspondence and simple legal documents Managing internal legal department processes for preparing, filing and management of applications for regulatory authorization for certain transmission customer service activities Conducting legal research, including the use of Lexis, internet and other databases and resources, gather data, produce reports from the data Cite-checking and proofing letters, diagrams, and pleadings for filing, research history and current status of a docket or filing, verifying accuracy of documents Filing pleadings, applications and other documents with the appropriate court or administrative agency, as directed by an attorney Assisting in-house or outside counsel, as appropriate, including the regulatory review and the discovery process, drafting answers to interrogatories; drafting answers to requests for the production of documents; collecting and reviewing documents in response to such requests; docketing and reporting deadlines as well as status, managing the process flow for drafting/sending discovery as well as receiving/responding to discovery Assisting in-house or outside counsel, as appropriate, with e-discovery, including document review and classification, and document production Retrieving information from agency or court files and dockets, reporting results Coordinating file management, including organization, tracking and monitoring of agreements and litigation of regulatory and court cases, ensure compliance with regulatory, administrative and judicial protocols and rules Coordinating and conducting due diligence reviews and document/fact gathering Assisting with group administration: preparing and maintaining weekly reports, administering and maintaining data for other periodic reporting, etc. Other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or GED required, Associates or Bachelor's degree a plus Minimum 4 years professional work experience required with legal background preferred ABA Paralegal Certification or equivalent preferred Experience with general litigation or transactional work or financings Experience with process management with a customer-service focus Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Teams) as well as experience in Lexis and other internet database research Additional skills with File Net, SAP and PACER, SharePoint, NetDocuments, helpful Ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments, and apply excellent organizational skills Strong attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills required Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work overtime when needed Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at *********************** to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time. Safety Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Paralegal to join our Office of General Counsel. This role will provide advanced legal support across a broad range of corporate legal matters, including regulatory licensing, legal research, contract review, and matter management. The Senior Paralegal will work closely with a team of attorneys and collaborate with junior paralegal(s), with a preference for candidates who bring experience mentoring or guiding legal operations staff. Job Responsibilities Regulatory Licensing: Support regulatory filings and licensing activities with Departments of Insurance and other regulatory bodies. Track deadlines and maintain documentation related to state filings and renewals. Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct detailed legal research using platforms such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and regulatory databases. Analyze statutes, regulations, and case law; prepare concise summaries and recommendations for attorney review. Legal Intake & Matter Management: Manage the legal intake process for new matters, ensuring accurate setup in the legal matter management system. Assign appropriate naming conventions, categorize matters, and ensure proper routing to attorneys. Corporate Governance Support: Provide support for corporate records, board resolutions, and subsidiary documentation. Assist with entity formation, dissolution, and compliance filings. Document Preparation & File Management: Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and training materials. Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring all relevant information is accessible and up-to-date. Cross-Functional Support: Assist with legal projects involving compliance, governance, licensing, and contracts. Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders as needed. Contract Review & Drafting: Review, draft, and edit contracts, NDAs, and other legal agreements. Coordinate with attorneys and business partners to ensure timely execution and compliance with internal standards. Technology & Systems Use: Input and maintain data in legal systems (e.g., Legal Tracker, SharePoint). Ensure data integrity and support reporting needs. Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with a team of attorneys and legal operations professional(s). Provide informal mentorship and guidance to junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing legal support environment. Job Qualifications Required: Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm. OR Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting corporate legal functions in the property & casualty insurance industry. Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program preferred. Strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, legal research and contract law. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis). Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Location Hybrid defined as three or more days per week in the office. Licenses and Certifications Certified Paralegal (Preferred) Behavioral Competencies Collaborates Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Decision Quality Nimble Learning Technical Skills Analytical Drafting Jurisprudence Legal Research Office Administration Record Keeping Regulatory Compliance Documentation Data Analysis Stakeholder Management This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

The Legal Department of Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT), a $4.5 billion industrial distributor operating in seven countries, seeks a midlevel corporate paralegal who thrives in a collaborative, high-volume, and fast-paced environment to join its team. The position is located at Applied's corporate headquarters at 3301 Euclid Avenue in the Midtown area (just east of downtown and near the I-90 Innerbelt) of Cleveland, Ohio. Essential Duties and Job Functions The person in this position may be responsible for, among other things: Support the lawyers in the company's legal department on a variety of other legal matters, including contract management, employment law, and UCC filings. Assist internal business clients with responding to a wide range of legal requests, such as customer questionnaires for Applied and its subsidiaries. Assist lawyers in filing and managing bankruptcy claims against financially troubled customers Manage compliance with terms and requirements of government contracts, including SAM.gov registrations, applications and renewals of various government licenses Support implementation of new technology and tools for contract management and document storage. Manage unclaimed property recovery efforts Assist legal team with training internal business clients on various legal topics and processes Manage docket and handle routine matters for litigation and claims, including drafting litigation holds and collecting discovery information Basic Required Qualifications Must have High School Diploma or equivalent; Paralegal degree/education preferred Experience working in a corporate legal department and/or law firm serving a wide range of business clients and advising companies on relevant legal matters Ability to read, analyze, and interpret terms and forms of contracts and other legal documents Ability to recognize, analyze and escalate (or communicate, as appropriate) legal and business risks faced by the company Ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal concepts to internal business clients in both verbal and written form, build strong relationships, and effectively liaise with people at all levels Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and Adobe products; adept at using (or learning) existing (or new) technologies and incorporating them into work as required Ability to think proactively and creatively, devise solutions to challenging issues, and respond quickly and pragmatically Attention to detail and ability to exercise good judgment Ability to plan, organize and prioritize numerous tasks and effectively drive matters to completion under deadlines High level of initiative; eager to learn new skills and different areas of law Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment Preferred Qualifications Government contracting experience Public company experience Ability to draft routine or moderately complex contracts and other legal documents Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise. Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Paralegal to join our Office of General Counsel. This role will provide advanced legal support across a broad range of corporate legal matters, including regulatory licensing, legal research, contract review, and matter management. The Senior Paralegal will work closely with a team of attorneys and collaborate with junior paralegal(s), with a preference for candidates who bring experience mentoring or guiding legal operations staff. Job Responsibilities * Regulatory Licensing: Support regulatory filings and licensing activities with Departments of Insurance and other regulatory bodies. Track deadlines and maintain documentation related to state filings and renewals. * Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct detailed legal research using platforms such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and regulatory databases. Analyze statutes, regulations, and case law; prepare concise summaries and recommendations for attorney review. * Legal Intake & Matter Management: Manage the legal intake process for new matters, ensuring accurate setup in the legal matter management system. Assign appropriate naming conventions, categorize matters, and ensure proper routing to attorneys. * Corporate Governance Support: Provide support for corporate records, board resolutions, and subsidiary documentation. Assist with entity formation, dissolution, and compliance filings. * Document Preparation & File Management: Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and training materials. Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring all relevant information is accessible and up-to-date. * Cross-Functional Support: Assist with legal projects involving compliance, governance, licensing, and contracts. Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders as needed. * Contract Review & Drafting: Review, draft, and edit contracts, NDAs, and other legal agreements. Coordinate with attorneys and business partners to ensure timely execution and compliance with internal standards. * Technology & Systems Use: Input and maintain data in legal systems (e.g., Legal Tracker, SharePoint). Ensure data integrity and support reporting needs. * Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with a team of attorneys and legal operations professional(s). Provide informal mentorship and guidance to junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing legal support environment. Job Qualifications Required: * Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm. OR * Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting corporate legal functions in the property & casualty insurance industry. * Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program preferred. * Strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, legal research and contract law. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis). * Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Location Hybrid defined as three or more days per week in the office. Licenses and Certifications * Certified Paralegal (Preferred) Behavioral Competencies * Collaborates * Communicates Effectively * Customer Focus * Decision Quality * Nimble Learning Technical Skills * Analytical * Drafting * Jurisprudence * Legal Research * Office Administration * Record Keeping * Regulatory Compliance * Documentation * Data Analysis * Stakeholder Management This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

ROLE We need an experienced Paralegal II at the Social Security Administration (SSA) Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Law and Policy (LP). LP provides legal services to all SSA components and defends the agency's interests in litigation, particularly through its Program Litigation Divisions (PLD), which manage over 15,000 federal cases annually in collaboration with the Department of Justice. In this role, you will provide paralegal support services to PLD attorneys, including reviewing and routing legal documents, responding to inquiries, organizing and preparing case materials, and maintaining case management systems. You will also support litigation tasks by analyzing case-related information, drafting responses, and coordinating with federal courts, U.S. Attorneys' Offices, and other agencies. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today! RESPONSIBILITIES Review incoming mail and electronic information from litigants, representatives, attorneys, courts, and other government filing systems, including complaints, briefs, court orders, and transcripts Route items for filing or necessary action and track case-related information in litigation docketing systems to ensure timely completion of actions Respond to inquiries of a routine nature from outside entities, including U.S. Attorneys' Offices, DOJ entities, other Federal agencies, or SSA components Assist in the review, organization, and preparation of legal documents such as Answers, Motions for Extensions, and other pleadings, including reviewing and correcting deficiencies in case files File legal documents in court and ensure compliance with court filing systems such as PACER Identify factual and legal allegations in federal complaints, determine appropriate responses, and draft affirmative defenses or answers Analyze, evaluate, and present case-related information orally and in writing, using appropriate legal reasoning and organization Communicate effectively with attorneys, court staff, Federal agencies, SSA components, plaintiffs' attorneys, and litigants Coordinate and attend in-person or virtual meetings with assigned PLD staff Log time and case activity in SSA's Matter Management System (OMMS) REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE Comprehensive knowledge of legal support and research principles, sources, and procedures, as well as electronic case management and other systems Demonstrate the ability to analyze, evaluate, interpret, explain, and present, orally and in writing, relevant procedures, findings, and conclusions using appropriate language, legal reasoning, and organization of facts, rule, law, and ideas Knowledge of docketing/case management principles, including electronic management systems Knowledge of the basic legal principles, statutes, regulations, and federal rules that apply to litigation at the federal district court and circuit court levels, and to administrative bodies, as well as knowledge of federal jurisdictional requirements Knowledge of the application of statutes, regulations, policy, and rules pertaining to Program Litigation practice area to provide attorney support Knowledge of terminology and the ability to correctly identify the nature and purpose of documents Ability to identify the factual and legal allegations in federal court complaints, determine the appropriate response for each allegation, and draft affirmative defenses or answers to be filed with the federal district court Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to elicit case-related information from, and convey case-related information to, attorneys or other offices and components, including U.S. Attorneys Offices, other Federal agencies, SSA components, plaintiff's attorneys, plaintiffs, or litigants. Knowledge for court filing systems (e.g., PACER) REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS Associate's degree in paralegal or legal studies OR equivalent LOCATION Remote CLEARANCE US Citizenship CLIENT Social Security Administration (SSA), Program Litigation Division (PLD) TRAVEL No travel required. WORK HOURS Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION W2 Classification RELOCATION Not eligible for relocation benefits. West 4 th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law. Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual's primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.

Growing Tech company is looking for a paralegal in Westlake. Ohio. This is a direct hire position with a base salary and full benefits. This person joins a team of talented attorneys and subject matter experts who work collaboratively with software engineers, product managers, and usability experts. Responsibilities: The Client Services Paralegal will: Collaborate with other members of the Client Services team to analyze state and local codes, track pending legislation, and draft and publish charging information for inclusion in our criminal charging language database Research legal issues that may impact our software and our clients Test new software applications, features, and reports, particularly as related to charging functionality Support system implementations by assisting with the analysis and testing of new client charging instruments Assist with projects and assignments as needed Who we want on our team: We seek a motivated self-starter who possesses the following qualifications: Paralegal certificate or paralegal degree from an ABA-Approved school Experience working as a paralegal Work and/or educational experience with Criminal Law Experience using LexisNexis and/or Westlaw Strong analytical and research skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient computer skills including MS Office tools Self-motivated, with the ability to work individually with minimal supervision Sound problem-solving skills and judgment, with the ability to identify and clearly communicate issues Package Details base salary + benefits

The Legal Department of Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT), a $4.5 billion industrial distributor operating in seven countries, seeks a midlevel corporate paralegal who thrives in a collaborative, high-volume, and fast-paced environment to join its team. The position is located at Applied's corporate headquarters at 3301 Euclid Avenue in the Midtown area (just east of downtown and near the I-90 Innerbelt) of Cleveland, Ohio. Essential Duties and Job Functions The person in this position may be responsible for, among other things: * Support the lawyers in the company's legal department on a variety of other legal matters, including contract management, employment law, and UCC filings. * Assist internal business clients with responding to a wide range of legal requests, such as customer questionnaires for Applied and its subsidiaries. * Assist lawyers in filing and managing bankruptcy claims against financially troubled customers * Manage compliance with terms and requirements of government contracts, including SAM.gov registrations, applications and renewals of various government licenses * Support implementation of new technology and tools for contract management and document storage. * Manage unclaimed property recovery efforts * Assist legal team with training internal business clients on various legal topics and processes * Manage docket and handle routine matters for litigation and claims, including drafting litigation holds and collecting discovery information Basic Required Qualifications * Must have High School Diploma or equivalent; Paralegal degree/education preferred * Experience working in a corporate legal department and/or law firm serving a wide range of business clients and advising companies on relevant legal matters * Ability to read, analyze, and interpret terms and forms of contracts and other legal documents * Ability to recognize, analyze and escalate (or communicate, as appropriate) legal and business risks faced by the company * Ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal concepts to internal business clients in both verbal and written form, build strong relationships, and effectively liaise with people at all levels * Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and Adobe products; adept at using (or learning) existing (or new) technologies and incorporating them into work as required * Ability to think proactively and creatively, devise solutions to challenging issues, and respond quickly and pragmatically * Attention to detail and ability to exercise good judgment * Ability to plan, organize and prioritize numerous tasks and effectively drive matters to completion under deadlines * High level of initiative; eager to learn new skills and different areas of law * Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment Preferred Qualifications * Government contracting experience * Public company experience * Ability to draft routine or moderately complex contracts and other legal documents Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise. Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Paralegal to join our Office of General Counsel. This role will provide advanced legal support across a broad range of corporate legal matters, including regulatory licensing, legal research, contract review, and matter management. The Senior Paralegal will work closely with a team of attorneys and collaborate with junior paralegal(s), with a preference for candidates who bring experience mentoring or guiding legal operations staff. Job Responsibilities Regulatory Licensing: Support regulatory filings and licensing activities with Departments of Insurance and other regulatory bodies. Track deadlines and maintain documentation related to state filings and renewals. Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct detailed legal research using platforms such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and regulatory databases. Analyze statutes, regulations, and case law; prepare concise summaries and recommendations for attorney review. Legal Intake & Matter Management: Manage the legal intake process for new matters, ensuring accurate setup in the legal matter management system. Assign appropriate naming conventions, categorize matters, and ensure proper routing to attorneys. Corporate Governance Support: Provide support for corporate records, board resolutions, and subsidiary documentation. Assist with entity formation, dissolution, and compliance filings. Document Preparation & File Management: Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and training materials. Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring all relevant information is accessible and up-to-date. Cross-Functional Support: Assist with legal projects involving compliance, governance, licensing, and contracts. Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders as needed. Contract Review & Drafting: Review, draft, and edit contracts, NDAs, and other legal agreements. Coordinate with attorneys and business partners to ensure timely execution and compliance with internal standards. Technology & Systems Use: Input and maintain data in legal systems (e.g., Legal Tracker, SharePoint). Ensure data integrity and support reporting needs. Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with a team of attorneys and legal operations professional(s). Provide informal mentorship and guidance to junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing legal support environment. Job Qualifications Required: Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm. OR Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting corporate legal functions in the property & casualty insurance industry. Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program preferred. Strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, legal research and contract law. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis). Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Location Hybrid defined as three or more days per week in the office. Licenses and Certifications Certified Paralegal (Preferred) Behavioral Competencies Collaborates Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Decision Quality Nimble Learning Technical Skills Analytical Drafting Jurisprudence Legal Research Office Administration Record Keeping Regulatory Compliance Documentation Data Analysis Stakeholder Management This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

Apply PARALEGAL SPECIALIST Department of Defense Defense Finance and Accounting Service DFAS - General Counsel - Garnishment Law Directorate - Cleveland, OH Apply Print Share * * * * Save * This job is open to * Requirements * How you will be evaluated * Required documents * How to apply Summary This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment. This announcement will be used to fill positions with an entry grade of GS-07, or GS-09 with a target grade of GS-09. The minimum salary for the GS-07 is $52,167, the maximum is $67,821. The minimum salary for the GS-09 is $63,810, the maximum is $82,951. Location: DFAS Office of General Counsel, Garnishment Law, Cleveland, OH Summary This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment. This announcement will be used to fill positions with an entry grade of GS-07, or GS-09 with a target grade of GS-09. The minimum salary for the GS-07 is $52,167, the maximum is $67,821. The minimum salary for the GS-09 is $63,810, the maximum is $82,951. Location: DFAS Office of General Counsel, Garnishment Law, Cleveland, OH Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 12/01/2025 to 12/15/2025 Salary $52,167 to - $82,951 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 9 Location 2 vacancies in the following location: Cleveland, OH Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential 9 Job family (Series) * 0950 Paralegal Specialist Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Trust determination process * National security Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number CL-12839984-26 Control number 851191500 This job is open to Help Internal to an agency Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement. Clarification from the agency This announcement is open to current, permanent DFAS employees in the competitive service, Eligible DoD PPP Military Spouse preference applicants and current DFAS VRA employees. Duties Help * Receive and review various court orders to determine the sufficiency of the legal documentation submitted for consideration. * Analyze facts of individual case and research the laws to determine whether statutory requirements (i.e. service to process, exemption of pay, or other support provisions) have been met. * Provide advice/assistance to customers; make determinations of legal validity regarding all forms of garnishments, involuntary allotments, and bankruptcies and applications under Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act. * Conduct legal research regarding pay, garnishments, involuntary allotments, bankruptcies, or collections. * For vacancies filled at less than the full performance level of the position, duties will be developmental in nature. Requirements Help Conditions of employment * Must be a U.S Citizen or National * This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination. * Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959) * Suitable for Federal employment * Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service. * Time in Grade Requirement - see the Qualifications field below for more details. * New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov. Qualifications One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-05 for a GS-07, and GS-07 for a GS-09) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. To be hired at the GS-07 grade level, applicants must minimally have one (1) year of experience at the next lower grade (GS-05), which is defined as: * Reviewing documentation to determine legal validity. * Applying laws, regulations, or policies governing financial or pay practices to assist customers with legal process or financial questions. * Using automated systems to review or process transactions. To be hired at the GS-09 grade level, applicants must minimally have one (1) year of experience at the next lower grade (GS-07), which is defined as: * Analyzing facts, documents, or researching laws to determine whether legal requirements have been met. * Applying laws, regulations, or policies governing pay, garnishments, involuntary allotments, bankruptcies, collections, or related activities. * Assisting customers with legal process or financial questions. * Using automated systems to process pay, garnishments, bankruptcies or related transactions. Time-in-Grade: Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. * To be considered for a GS-07, applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-05 or higher grade in Federal Service. * To be considered for a GS-09, applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-07 or higher grade in Federal Service. The effective date of your SF-50 must reflect that you will meet the 52-week time in grade requirement within 30 days of the announcement closing. You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Education GS-07 Substitution of Education for Experience: One full year of graduate level education or Superior Academic Achievement (****************************************************************** may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. GS-9 Substitution of Education for Experience: Two full years of progressively higher level graduate education, Master's or equivalent graduate degree, may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience and/or a basic requirement, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (**************************************************** ? Additional information * Moving expenses will not be paid. * Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need. * We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion. For some positions, the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition. * Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment. * As a condition of employment, you may be required to serve a one year probationary period during which we'll evaluate whether your continued employment advances the public interest. The evaluation will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment advances agency or governmental goals; and whether your continued employment advances the efficiency of the Federal service. At the end of the probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification that your continued employment advances the public interest.? * We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date. * This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. * Travel requirement is Seldom (1-24%). * This position is covered by a bargaining unit. * Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. * Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level. * Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, here. * The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements. * Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions, criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer. Please see Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (dfas.mil) for more information on The Fair Chance to Compete Act, exceptions, and DFAS contact information. Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. 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If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required documents Required Documents Help You must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Resume: A two-page maximum resume is required. Applicant guidance on the two-page resume requirement may be found at OPM.gov or at USAJ Resource Center. 2. Complete initial Eligibility Questionnaire: Your resume must demonstrate the quality of your work as it relates to the experience requirements outlined in the job announcement. 3. Other Supporting Documents. 4. If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here. The following supporting documents are ONLY required if applicable to your personal qualifications or status. They must be received by the closing date of the announcement. 1. Transcripts and/or Certifications: You must submit documentation if you are substituting education for experience. For additional information on acceptable documents or to see if you must submit documentation click here Transcripts and Certifications. You must also document your education and/or certifications in your resume. 2. SF-50: Current and former federal employees, including current and former DFAS employees, must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) reflecting their highest grade held on a permanent basis for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type. Failure to provide this document may result in disqualification. 3. Veterans Documentation: Click to review these authorities and documents verifying eligibility for a VEOA, VRA and/or 30% or more disabled veterans hiring authorities. 4. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, must be selected and placed at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. To download the checklist, select "Save" or "Save As" instead of "Open." Save the document to your device then open it as a PDF. Once the form is opened, select "Enable All Features" and the form will populate so that it can be completed. ************************************************************** 5. 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Agency contact information HR Customer Care Center Phone ************** Email ************************************************ Address DFAS - GENERAL COUNSEL 8899 E. 56th St. Indianapolis, IN 46249 US Next steps The resume you submit will be used to assess your qualifications for the job and to identify the best-qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. We will notify you of the outcome after each of these steps is completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required Documents Help You must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Resume: A two-page maximum resume is required. Applicant guidance on the two-page resume requirement may be found at OPM.gov or at USAJ Resource Center. 2. Complete initial Eligibility Questionnaire: Your resume must demonstrate the quality of your work as it relates to the experience requirements outlined in the job announcement. 3. Other Supporting Documents. 4. If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here. The following supporting documents are ONLY required if applicable to your personal qualifications or status. They must be received by the closing date of the announcement. 1. Transcripts and/or Certifications: You must submit documentation if you are substituting education for experience. For additional information on acceptable documents or to see if you must submit documentation click here Transcripts and Certifications. You must also document your education and/or certifications in your resume. 2. SF-50: Current and former federal employees, including current and former DFAS employees, must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) reflecting their highest grade held on a permanent basis for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type. Failure to provide this document may result in disqualification. 3. Veterans Documentation: Click to review these authorities and documents verifying eligibility for a VEOA, VRA and/or 30% or more disabled veterans hiring authorities. 4. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, must be selected and placed at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. To download the checklist, select "Save" or "Save As" instead of "Open." Save the document to your device then open it as a PDF. Once the form is opened, select "Enable All Features" and the form will populate so that it can be completed. ************************************************************** 5. Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist. 6. Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist. 7. Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist. 8. ICTAP Eligibles: A copy of the RIF separation notice and SF-50 if available. 9. Other Special Hiring Authorities: Click here to review these authorities and the documentation you are required to submit. 10. You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility. WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) 12/15/2025, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Full-time Description Firm: Bonezzi Switzer Polito & Perry Co. LPA FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Assigned Attorney(s) Salary: Commensurate with experience Bonezzi Switzer Polito & Perry Co. LPA, a mid-sized professional and general liability defense firm with a strong statewide presence, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal to join our team. This role will primarily support one attorney handling automobile insurance defense matters. The position offers flexibility to work out of our Cleveland or Canfield office. Job Summary The Paralegal will provide comprehensive legal support to assigned attorneys, assisting with trial preparation, document management, discovery drafting and review, legal research, and client communications. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is comfortable managing multiple tasks with precision. Requirements Key Responsibilities Review and manage File & Serve Express for case updates and trial schedules Draft and respond to discovery requests and pleadings Maintain asbestos litigation databases Summarize medical records and deposition transcripts Prepare trial notebooks and exhibits Conduct legal, non-legal, and medical research Coordinate with clients, co-counsel, experts, and vendors Prepare authorizations, subpoenas, and electronic court filings Attend meetings and depositions as needed Assist with settlement preparation, including Robinson v. Bates calculations Qualifications Paralegal Certificate or Associate's Degree required Prior experience in litigation support or insurance defense preferred Strong organizational and communication skills Proficiency in legal research and document management systems Ability to work independently and collaboratively Ready to bring your legal expertise to a respected Ohio law firm? Apply today to join a team that values precision, professionalism, and proactive support.

FORMAL EDUCATION: Required: High school diploma or equivalent Paralegal Certification OR Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies Preferred: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: Required: 2+ years of corporate legal experience Preferred: 5+ years of corporate legal experience TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Required: Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, telecommunications, database, presentation, legal research and other software applications. Attention to detail and proofreading skills. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: (TIME SPENT AWAY FROM HOME OR OTHER TYPICAL OFFICE LOCATION) 0-5% CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS: This Paralegal position is responsible for providing legal and administrative support to in-house counsel, with a primary focus on entity management, corporate governance, and securities. This role is responsible for a full range of legal entity maintenance activities for our U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries and is a key support for our public company compliance processes and procedures. This Paralegal will actively manage important routine and complex matters, enjoy collaborating across the legal team and with cross-functional partners at all levels of the organization, and take initiative to identify and anticipate issues. This position requires someone with excellent organization and attention to detail; strong verbal and written communication skills; the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. This role is ideal for someone who is independent and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. With the appropriate involvement of legal counsel, key responsibilities of the position include those listed below. (1) Entity Management and Filings: Coordinate with cross-functional partners in finance, tax, HR, and logistics to prepare and file annual filings, state registrations, license applications and renewals, trade filings, and other regulatory and corporate filings for the Company and its subsidiaries across multiple jurisdictions. Liaise with corporate agents, state registries, and law firms as needed to ensure timely and compliant filings. Support the corporate governance of our domestic subsidiaries, including by drafting, reviewing, and finalizing shareholder and board resolutions, consents, officer certificates, and limited powers of attorney. Maintain and update domestic entity corporate records, including minute books, articles of incorporation, bylaws, and entity summaries. Maintain a centralized database of subsidiary information that is accurate and accessible. Support regulatory and compliance processes, including audit, KYC, and UBO processes. Proactively identify opportunities to improve and develop and implement enhanced subsidiary governance and management processes. Manage execution logistics, including signature collection, notarization, and legalization of documents. (2) Corporate Governance and Securities Matters: Assist with preparation of Board meeting materials; assist with posting and maintaining materials in the Board portal. Draft documentation and liaise with the Company's transfer agent and stock plan administrator to support various securities matters. Support the Company's compliance with SEC, NYSE and other requirements, including through leading various compliance control processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to compile, analyze, and track data for reporting. Assist with preparation of the Company's filings with the SEC and NYSE, including current, quarterly and annual reports, registration statements, and proxy statements. Prepare correspondence and maintain accurate records in connection with all securities filings. (3) Transactions and Internal Support: Support diligence activities related to commercial and financing transactions. Assist with transaction closings and maintain accurate and complete transaction files. Assist attorneys with legal support to business units and corporate departments, including with legal research, document organization, preparation of reports and internal summaries. From time to time this position may also require assisting attorneys with matters related to environmental, health and safety, benefits and executive compensation, information technology, labor and employment, immigration, privacy and/or other subject matters for which the corporate administrative team is responsible. (4) Administrative Support: Administrative support may include, without limitation, the oversight and use of electronic matter management, docketing, billing and budgeting systems, the processing of new matters and the preparation of various reports and analyses. “This role will report to Sherwin-Williams Global Headquarters located at 1 Sherwin Way, Cleveland, OH 44113.” “Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and business relationships.”

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit ******************* to learn more and join us in building great experiences together! Job Description The Sr. Paralegal, Global Ethics and Compliance provides advanced paralegal support to the MasterBrand's Global Ethics and Compliance team. The Senior Paralegal role requires strong initiative, organizational, project management, and data analytics skills, independent judgment, attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position also prepares and handles sensitive and confidential information with an emphasis on maximum discretion. Experience in manufacturing environments or with trade, compliance, or ethics matters is a plus. This is a hybrid role, requiring in-office presence at our Beachwood, OH location 2-3 days per week. Responsibilities: Assist with administering, coordinating, and updating MasterBrand's Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy, and other compliance policies, and training, with an emphasis on data-driven monitoring and trend analysis. Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of ethics and compliance effectiveness metrics, including the preparation of regular dashboards and reports for MasterBrand's senior leadership team and the Audit Committee. Coordinate ethics and compliance investigations. Support internal compliance audits and work with internal audit by gathering and requesting requested materials and tracking the implementation of recommendations by internal audit. Assist with third-party due diligence and risk assessments. Track changes in applicable laws and regulations. Assist with the preparation, review, and management of ethics and compliance policies and responses to inquiries from customers and regulatory agencies. Help ensure and track compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Department-wide project management and/or coordination. Maintaining and updating internal and external department sites. Manage and organize documents, files, and databases associated with the Compliance Department. Assist with a variety of other requests to support the Global Ethics and Compliance department as may arise from time to time. Draft internal memos, executive summaries, and other correspondence. Prepare spreadsheets, organizational charts, timelines, presentations, project management tracking. Qualifications Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program. 5+ years of previous experience in a corporate compliance department. Experience with global operations and multi-jurisdictional compliance matters considered a plus. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint and Excel, and experience with Outlook and Microsoft Teams. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Strong project management skills. Experience in data analytics and data-driven analysis and monitoring. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills Demonstrates strong work ethic, good judgment, and attention to detail Additional Information Equal Employment Opportunity MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Reasonable Accommodations MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [email protected].

Collaboration drives Nordson's success as a market leader in Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology. Our employees thrive in an environment where we help each other reach our personal best and enable our company to continuously improve and grow, and our customers to succeed. You will find Nordson employees sharing our success by giving back in the communities around the world where we live and work. Job Summary: Nordson is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal to support its worldwide intellectual property portfolio and manage the administration of critical IP-related processes on behalf of Nordson's Intellectual Property department. We are looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and able to execute a variety of IP-related tasks, including managing and coordinating domestic and foreign patent matters with in-house and outside counsel, managing Nordson's confidentiality agreement review process, managing Nordson's employee innovation incentive program, providing support to in-house counsel for M&A activities, and providing general support for IP-related initiatives. You will be part of a team that fosters a positive and collaborative work environment which offers continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and realize your professional goals and encourages an entrepreneurial spirit in its employees. This position is located at Nordson Corporation's Global Headquarters in Westlake, Ohio. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Manage and maintain Nordson's IP database and document management system, including opening new matters, addressing incoming and outgoing communications with respect to the IP portfolio, updating records, and preparing internal reports and materials. Support in-house counsel with communications to Nordson business stakeholders in connection with IP-related matters and with communications to outside counsel relating to instructions, updates, inquiries, and requests. Process new invention disclosures. Support innovation processes, including internal IP review meetings with Nordson business stakeholders and external communications with outside counsel. Support internal annuity meetings with Nordson businesses, including the management of fee payments with external payment service provider. Manage confidentiality agreement review process, including review and revision of non-disclosure agreements in accordance with internal guidelines. Support IP-related licensing activities. Use online searchable databases to conduct IP-related searches and research. Support diligence and integration activities associated with M&A. Manage Nordson's innovation award program, including coordination and issuance of awards. Assist with preparation of and support the management of IP budget. Provide support for invoice review and submissions through e-billing software. Assist with preparation of IP-related reports and other periodic updates for presentation to management, including summaries of IP-related activities and analysis of spend/budget. Support internal IP-related training for Nordson businesses. Education and Experience Requirements: 3 to 8 years' experience as an Intellectual Property Paralegal, or equivalent. A strong background in patent preparation, prosecution, and post-grant support is required, while additional experience with trademarks is a plus. A combination of law firm and in-house experience is also a plus. Familiarity with patent terminology, as well as US, PCT, and other non-US patent procedures relating to filing, prosecution, and maintenance requirements. Familiarity with trademark terminology and procedures is a plus. Proficient in working with and managing databases, preferably IP Databases. Bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or paralegal certificate preferred. Proficient knowledge of software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Familiarity with Thomson Reuters Legal Tracker e-billing software is a plus. Skills and Abilities: Strong organizational skills with the ability to accomplish tasks within agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization. Writing and communication skills for concise and easy-to-understand instructions and responses to both internal clients and outside counsel. Flexibility for handing a diverse workload. Ability to exercise independent judgment and confidently take appropriate actions in the management or administration of assigned projects and processes. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and collaboratively as a team player. Process driven and can identify, design, and help implement processes and process improvements to enhance workflow. Excellent attention to detail. Strong work ethic and accountability. Ability to interact with all levels of the organization and outside counsel and staff in a positive and professional manner. Willingness to learn new skills and execute additional tasks. Working Conditions and Physical Demands: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check, consistent with applicable laws.Third party recruiters and agencies should not contact employees of Nordson or its subsidiaries directly. Any resumes sent to a hiring manager or submitted to Nordson employees are considered unsolicited and property of Nordson. Nordson will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with Nordson's Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

Job DescriptionDescription: The Litigation 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 attorney. ESSENTIAL 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 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: Skills: Highly proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel Legal practices and procedures. Business practices. Standard clerical and general office administration procedures. High command of English grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling. Use of computers and related software applications. Research procedures. Procedures for preparing legal documentation. QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED required 3-5 years relevant work experience required Paralegal certificate required Bachelor's degree preferred This position is based in office, M-F Kisling, Nestico & Redick is an Equal Opportunity Employer