Job Description

Join a Collaborative Family Law Team – Domestic Relations Paralegal Opportunity

Location: Columbus, Ohio | In-person role

Aspen Careers is partnering with a well-regarded litigation and family law practice in Columbus to add an experienced Domestic Relations Paralegal This role is a high hiring priority due to upcoming trial demands and supports sophisticated, higher-asset domestic matters within a busy litigation environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated paralegal who knows domestic work and family law well, enjoys responsibility, and wants to be trusted with meaningful case involvement—not just administrative tasks.

Why You Should Apply

• Work on higher-asset domestic relations matters, not high-volume cases

• Handle discovery from start to finish, including follow-up and review

• Draft pleadings and assist with temporary orders and trial preparation

• Prepare subpoenas, start balance sheets, and review financial documentation

• Collaborate closely with the lead attorney on strategy and case progression

• Communicate with clients regarding case status when attorneys are unavailable

• Attend hearings when appropriate based on the case and your experience

• Enjoy predictable hours with minimal overtime

The Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of domestic relations experience preferred (more or less considered depending on skill level)

• Strong understanding of:

  • Domestic discovery processes

  • Financial statements, bank records, and asset-related issues

• Experience drafting pleadings and affidavits in domestic cases

• Organized, proactive, and able to work independently

• Comfortable managing deadlines and following cases proactively

• Professional client communication skills (without providing legal advice)

• Able to pass a BCI or FBI criminal background check

About the Firm

• Litigation-focused practice with a strong reputation

• Handles both employment litigation (predominantly plaintiff-side) and sophisticated family law matters

• Known for quality work, preparation, and professionalism

• In-office team environment with positive attorney–staff relationships

• Regular social activities; paralegals are included but never required to attend

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive compensation

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (firm pays 75% of employee health premium)

• HSA enrollment option

• Employer-paid life insurance policy

• 401(k) with safe harbor contribution after one year

• Paid time off

• Standard hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., 37.5-hour work week

• Overtime or weekend work is rare and typically limited to trial prep

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re an experienced domestic paralegal who wants substantive work, predictable hours, and a respectful, collaborative office culture, this is a role worth exploring.

Let’s connect. Whether you’re interested in this opportunity or open to other paralegal roles in Ohio, reach out to Kelsey Ross:

Call or Text: (380) 203-3635
Email: kross@aspen-careers.com

Join a firm where your experience is trusted, your work matters, and balance is real.