Paralegal (Senior)

Job Posting End Date

05-26-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do.

At AEP, we're more than just an energy company. We're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Job Description

Work Designation - Onsite at 1 Riverside Plaza, Columbus, OH

Performs a variety of substantive legal work under the direction of the organization's attorneys. Conducts legal research, drafts legal documents and performs other related duties which include "recognition, evaluation, and communication of relevant facts and legal concepts" as defined by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations. Has or is working towards a paralegal designation.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide records management support for Litigation Group

• Manage legal processes, including

  • Conducting complex records reviews

  • Document preparation

  • Legal research

  • Coordinating communication with AEP employees and outside counsel

  • Gathering responsive documentation for, and preparing, discovery responses

  • Preparing subpoena responses

  • Coordinating electronic discovery collections and productions

• Collaborate with Legal Department attorneys and support staff to prepare documents, reports, and complex analyses as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with MS Office Products.

• Experience with legal research tools, such as Westlaw.

• Knowledge of matter management systems, legal invoicing processes, and legal time entry are a plus.

What You’ll Get:

Paralegal (Grade 06) $72,380 - $90,475

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with Paralegal certificate obtained or in process with 1 year of relevant work experience OR associate’s degree in paralegal studies or Paralegal certificate required or in process with 3 years of relative work experience.

Paralegal Senior (Grade 07) $86,100 – $106,350

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with Paralegal Certificate obtained or in process with 5 years of experience

OR associate’s degree in paralegal studies or Paralegal certificate required or in process with 7 years of relevant work experience.

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$72,380.00-90,474.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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