LEGAL ASSISTANT

Legal Assistant – Disability Law

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $40,000 – $45,000 per year, depending on experience

About Us

We are a mid-size Columbus law firm with a reputation for providing attentive, high-quality representation to our clients. We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our disability law practice and support an attorney who helps people through some of the most stressful moments of their lives.

About the Role

You will work directly with an attorney who represents clients seeking disability benefits through Ohio’s public retirement systems (OPERS, SERS, and OP&F) and clients appealing denials of disability insurance policy claims. Your work will help keep these cases organized, on schedule, and moving forward for people who are often dealing with serious health conditions and financial uncertainty.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients by phone, email, and in person, with patience and professionalism
• Assist the attorney with preparing and submitting disability benefit applications and appeals
• Request, gather, and organize medical records and supporting documentation
• Track deadlines, appeal windows, and case milestones
• Draft and proofread correspondence, forms, and other documents
• Prepare and maintain case files in the firm’s case management system
• Provide general administrative support to the attorney

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate degree or higher
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning new software
• A dependable, professional, and compassionate approach to working with clients

Preferred (not required):

• Prior experience in a law firm or similar professional setting
• Familiarity with medical terminology or records
• Knowledge of disability or benefits-related processes

No legal experience is necessary. We will train the right person.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is diligent, reliable, and personable. Our clients are often navigating illness or injury, so empathy and clear communication matter as much as technical skill. If you take pride in thorough work and enjoy helping people through a complicated process, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Salary

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Legal Assistant Application.” Agee Clymer is an equal opportunity employer.