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 mstrayer@ageeclymer.com with the subject line “Legal Assistant Application.” Agee Clymer is an equal opportunity employer.