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The Freelance Firm

Remote, Contract -based Ohio Family Law & Civil Litigation Paralegal Opportunity – Up to 40 Hours/Week

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  • Full Time
  • Morgantown, WV
June 18, 2026 Paralegal Family Law

Job Description

Welcome to The Freelance Firm!<\/b>
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We are a national network of experienced, high -level, freelance attorneys and paralegals who provide remote, on -demand support for both short -term and long -term legal projects for our client law firms.
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Due to increased demand, we are now interviewing for qualified, experienced, and dedicated Ohio Family Law & Civil Litigation Paralegals<\/b>.
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Remote work hours will vary, but qualified candidates may have the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week<\/b>.
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Paralegal Requirements:<\/b>
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  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Paralegal with direct experience in Family Law and/or Civil Litigation matters
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  • Strong experience managing active case files from inception through resolution
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  • Experience drafting pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation -related documents
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  • Ability to assist with all phases of discovery, including document review, organization, and production
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  • Strong understanding of Ohio court procedures, filing requirements, and litigation deadlines
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  • Experience scheduling hearings, mediations, depositions, and other case -related events
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  • Excellent client communication and case management skills
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  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines efficiently
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  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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  • Self -starter who can proactively move cases forward and anticipate attorney needs
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  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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  • Trial preparation and litigation support experience preferred
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    Location Requirements:<\/b>
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    • Ohio -based candidates strongly preferred
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    • Remote candidates will be considered if they are located close enough to travel periodically for team meetings, trial preparation, and occasional in -person court appearances
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    • Ability to attend occasional in -person meetings and trials is strongly preferred
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      Our Paralegal pay rate starts at $30/hour<\/b>.
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      We welcome you to join our established network of legal professionals!
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      Please respond with your resume and we will contact you for a 30 -minute online meeting in the next two days to answer all of your questions about The Freelance Firm and this opportunity.
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      Resume submissions will be kept in strict confidence.
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      Please visit our website at www.thefreelancefirm.com<\/a><\/b> to learn more about us and the services we provide!
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