Paralegal/Legal Assistant

04/09/25

Workplace Type: Onsite
Employment Type: FT
Job Location: Barberton, OH

Position Summary

Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) is seeking a skilled and reliable Paralegal/Legal Assistant to support our in-house counsel in managing the legal and administrative needs of a nationwide non-profit organization. This role is essential in ensuring continuity of legal operations, particularly given CHM’s presence in all 50 states and engagement in federal-level activities.

The Paralegal/Legal Assistant will handle administrative legal matters, manage documents, facilitate communication, and provide organizational support to streamline processes and maintain efficiency. This position plays a key role in coordinating efforts with outside counsel, internal legal operations, and adding strategic value across CHM’s mission-driven initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct legal research, gather relevant information for legal and compliance matters.
  • Draft, review, and edit documents, including contracts, policies, and correspondence.
  • Maintain and organize documents, mail, and spreadsheets, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible, systematized by category.
  • Assist attorneys in preparing for meetings, conferences, and external matters.
  • Coordinate and manage communication with internal staff, and external parties.
  • Monitor compliance with applicable laws and regulations; track updates to the same.
  • Provide administrative support with scheduling, filing, invoice review, data entry, etc.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies with required education/training in Ohio; additional Paralegal Bar Certification or relevant Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Paralegal; five (5) or more years of experience preferred (may include some work experience as a legal assistant).
  • Prior healthcare, insurance, or litigation experience is a plus
  • Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
  • Excellent research, writing, organizational, communication skills. (Detail oriented)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, DocuSign, Excel, and legal research / databases.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively, including with scheduling.
  • Commitment to the mission and values of CHM.

Galatians 6:2