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Current Openings
Litigation Legal Assistant
Company Description
Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling (PSE) has been serving businesses, individuals, and the public sector throughout the Miami Valley and the State of Ohio for over a century. With a team of more than 15 dedicated attorneys, each focused on specific practice areas, the firm delivers cost-effective, efficient solutions. PSE’s rich history, deep knowledge of the region, and established relationships with past, present, and future community leaders make it a trusted partner for legal counsel. We work collaboratively to develop innovative strategies for short- and long-term success.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Litigation Legal Assistant role based in Dayton, OH. A detail-oriented, proactive Legal Assistant will support our active litigation practice. In this role, you will play a critical part in assisting attorneys in the life cycle of a case, from initial intake through trial preparation. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, understands Ohio court rules, and thrives in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain calendars, track critical court deadlines, schedule depositions, hearings, and client meetings.
- Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and general correspondence.
- Handle electronic filing (e-filing) across various Ohio county common pleas courts, appellate courts, and federal courts (CM/ECF).
- Assist attorneys with compiling, organizing, and indexing documents for discovery and trial exhibits.
- Serve as a professional point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and vendors.
- Maintain physical and electronic client files, track billable time or expenses, and manage daily incoming mail.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of civil litigation assistant experience.
- Familiarity with Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure and regional e-filing protocols.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and legal case management software and tools commonly used in the field.
- Excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills, alongside a high level of accuracy in document management.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
We offer a supportive work environment, a competitive salary and benefits, and compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
To apply, please submit your resume by uploading it on this page, select “support staff” from the pull-down.
Lateral Attorney - Business
Description
Pickrel Schaeffer & Ebeling, an AV-rated law firm, is seeking a sophisticated Lateral Attorney with 5-7+ years of experience in corporate and business law with exposure in real estate law to join our growing Business and Real Estate Law practice group in Dayton, Ohio. This is a strategic hire for an attorney who is ready to move to the next level in their practice, and is seeking a platform that offers high-level transactional support, lead opportunities, direct client management, and a clear path toward partnership. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses the versatility to handle both general corporate matters and the real estate components that often accompany middle-market transactions.
Key Responsibilities
- Merger & Acquisition/Business Transactions: Lead drafting and negotiation of asset/stock purchase agreements, merger agreements, and divestitures for a diverse client base.
- Corporate Governance: Advise boards and executives on compliance issues and assist with drafting and interpreting company policies.
- Commercial Contracts: Act as outside general counsel for clients, reviewing and negotiating nosiness contracts, licensing agreements, and vendor contracts.
- Business / Entity Setup: Advise clients and business owners on the choice of entity, entity formation and structure, and drafting operating agreements, codes of regulations, by-laws, and resolutions.
- Real Estate Integration: Support real estate aspects of corporate transactions, including commercial lease reviews and due diligence, in conjunction with the firm’s real estate attorneys.
- Client Leadership: Serve as a point of contact for business owners, providing pragmatic legal advice that aligns with their goals.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: 5–7+ years of dedicated practice in corporate and business law.
- Education: J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
- Licensure: Active and licensed member in good standing with the Ohio State Bar.
- Real Estate Exposure: Functional knowledge of commercial real estate transactions preferred.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional drafting precision, a “client-first” mentality, and the ability to work in a team-focused and collaborative environment.
Candidates must have demonstrated interpersonal and marketing acumen. Excellent working environment and benefits. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please send a resume or CV to David H. Montgomery at dmontgomery@pselaw.com and L. Michael Bly at mbly@pselaw.com.
Associate Attorney - Litigation
Company Description
Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling (PSE) has been serving businesses, individuals, and the public sector throughout the Miami Valley and the State of Ohio for over a century. With a team of more than 15 dedicated attorneys, each focused on specific practice areas, the firm delivers cost-effective, efficient solutions. PSE’s rich history, deep knowledge of the region, and established relationships with past, present, and future community leaders make it a trusted partner for legal counsel. We work collaboratively to develop innovative strategies for short- and long-term success.
Role Description
PSE is seeking a dedicated and motivated Associate Attorney to join our litigation section. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience with an interest in actively engaging in courtroom proceedings and client interactions.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs; Represent clients in court and at hearings, advocating for their interests; Engage in regular client communication, providing updates and strategic advice; Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and development; Participate in settlement negotiations and mediation sessions; Stay current on legal developments and changes in litigation practices.
We offer a supportive working environment, competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested candidates should submit their resume to L. Michael Bly at mbly@pselaw.com with “Associate Attorney Application” in the subject line.
Litigation Paralegal
Company Description
Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling (PSE) has been serving businesses, individuals, and the public sector throughout the Miami Valley and the State of Ohio for over a century. With a team of more than 15 dedicated attorneys, each focused on specific practice areas, the firm delivers cost-effective, efficient solutions. PSE’s rich history, deep knowledge of the region, and established relationships with past, present, and future community leaders make it a trusted partner for legal counsel. We work collaboratively to develop innovative strategies for short- and long-term success.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Litigation Paralegal role based in Dayton, OH. An experienced Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys by preparing and reviewing legal documents, conducting legal research, and drafting pleadings and motions. Additional tasks include coordinating case activities, managing deadlines, and ensuring thorough, accurate case documentation to contribute to the successful resolution of client matters.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation and Document Review
- Experience conducting Legal Research
- Ability to draft and manage Pleadings and Motions
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in legal software and tools commonly used in the field
- An associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or paralegal certification is preferred
We offer a supportive working environment, competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience and qualifications.