Litigation Paralegal

Company DescriptionWillis, Willis & Rizzi Co., L.P.A. is a plaintiff-oriented litigation firm representing the physically injured. We fight for those whose lives have been changed through the harmful actions of others by pushing back against the powerful insurance interests who seek to minimize the damages our clients have endured. The roots of the firm go back to 1987 and we are proud to trace some clients we represent today all the way back to those early days. We have survived and thrived through many changes in the legal profession by adhering to a simple ***** take care of our clients and the rest will take care of itself.Role DescriptionThis is a full-time on-site role located in Akron, OH for a Litigation Paralegal. The position is a full-time 8-5 Monday through Friday, 40 hr./week salaried position. Duties ***** preparation and filing of pleadings; monitoring dockets; some legal research; ordering and tracking status of various document requests; occasional errand-running. This position has occasional client contact and phone-answering responsibilities, but is primarily working directly with the attorneys and other support staff. *****- Salary - competitive with the other major personal injury firms in Akron - but we have no peer when it comes to our work environment - we pride ourselves on a low stress environment where the office is low-to-no drama and our staff almost always leaves right at 5 - current staff have been with us for a minimum of 5 years and a max of 26 years - 401(k)- 401(k) matching- Health insurance- Health savings account- Paid time off- Bonus pay- Professional development assistance- Tuition reimbursement- Free parking QualificationsLegal Document Preparation and Document Review skillsLegal Research, Pleadings, and Motions skillsExperience in a law firm or legal settingAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environmentDetail-oriented and organizedStrong communication and interpersonal skillsParalegal certification or degree is a plusKnowledge of relevant laws and procedures

Created: 2025-03-06