Legal Assistant; Litigation & Energy

Legal Assistant (Litigation & Energy)

Bricker Graydon LLP

Columbus, OH

Hybrid Schedule | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

*Must have Litigation experience to be considered*

At Bricker Graydon LLP
, we are committed to fostering a firm culture rooted in inclusivity, collaboration, and mutual respect.

We deeply value the unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives that each team member brings. While there are many great reasons to build a career at Bricker Graydon, the true driving force behind our success is our people. Our attorneys and professional staff define who we are—and they are the reason we thrive each day. At Bricker Graydon, you belong.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) with employer match, life insurance, firm‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, parental leave, an HSA with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, competitive paid time off, and more.

Under general supervision and in accordance with Firm policies and procedures, this position provides high‑level administrative support to attorneys and their clients, maintaining positive and professional communication across the board. The Legal Assistant ensures timely and accurate completion of work assigned by multiple attorneys, including litigation case, document preparation, electronic filing, calendar and deadline tracking, and overall practice support.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary
• Background supporting Litigation and/or Energy Regulated Industries groups

• Strong typing, formatting, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Knowledge of litigation processes, including pleadings, discovery, trial preparation, and court procedures
• Familiarity with regulatory filings and agency procedures (such as Public Utilities Commission, FERC, or state energy boards)
• Exceptional organization, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to manage calendars, deadlines, and multiple priorities effectively
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating as part of a team
• Flexible and responsive to time‑sensitive demands; willingness to work beyond regular business hours when necessary
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with tools such as iManage, Aderant, Interaction, and Pre Bill Manager is a plus
• Skilled in legal document preparation, transcription, and editing

• Prepare and edit legal documents, correspondence, reports, and internal forms accurately and efficiently
• Draft, format, and modify pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, and regulatory filings based on attorney notes and instructions
• Maintain case files, track litigation deadlines, and assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness lists, and binders
• Support attorneys with regulatory compliance matters, including preparing filings for energy‑related agencies and monitoring submission deadlines
• Transcribe from dictation or handwritten material; draft and edit documents as needed
• Maintain calendars, schedule meetings and appointments, and monitor filing deadlines
• Handle phone calls and visitors professionally, gathering accurate information and directing inquiries appropriately
• Coordinate travel arrangements and submit expense reports for assigned attorneys and team members
• Assist with pre‑bill review and edits to meet monthly billing deadlines
• Perform or oversee administrative tasks such as e‑filling, creating tables of authorities and contents, managing Excel and PowerPoint files, and document formatting
• Assign or handle administrative tasks like scanning, copying, docketing, mail distribution, time entry, and file maintenance when needed
• Support other attorneys and legal assistants during high‑volume periods or team member absences

We offer a full benefits package, including paid family leave and a generous firm 401(k) contribution. If you are interested in becoming a member of our team, please visit our careers page at to complete our online…