What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Support Specialist – Toxic Torts position at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP?
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Position Summary:
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Support Specialist- Toxic Tort to join our dynamic litigation practice in our Columbus, Ohio office. In this key role, you will serve as a vital bridge between our legal teams, clients, and case management systems, ensuring seamless operations across multiple toxic tort matters. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment where strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and technical proficiency directly impact client satisfaction and case outcomes.
Essential Functions:
At Vorys, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can succeed both personally and professionally. We offer competitive compensation along with a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term goals. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, life and disability coverage, paid maternity & parental leave, family building resources, identity theft protection, a 401(k) plan, and paid sick, personal and vacation time. Some benefits are provided automatically, while others may be available for voluntary enrollment. You’ll also have access to opportunities for professional growth, work-life balance, and programs that recognize and celebrate your contributions.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Vorys does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decisions, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Vorys only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Vorys is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in our employment application process unless doing so would constitute an undue hardship. If you need assistance or an accommodation in our employment application process due to a disability; due to a limitation related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, please contact Julie McDonald, CHRO. Our policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process.
Position Summary:
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Support Specialist- Toxic Tort to join our dynamic litigation practice in our Columbus, Ohio office. In this key role, you will serve as a vital bridge between our legal teams, clients, and case management systems, ensuring seamless operations across multiple toxic tort matters. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment where strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and technical proficiency directly impact client satisfaction and case outcomes.
Essential Functions:
- Set up and maintain new matters in firm and client tracking software; ensure accurate and timely logging of case status updates and matter closures.
- Manage receipt, organization, and distribution of pleadings and case materials; maintain comprehensive document control systems.
- Schedule deposition coverage, prepare comprehensive deposition files, and coordinate logistics for expert depositions.
- Assist attorneys with discovery research and document organization to support litigation strategy.
- Prepare regular client reports (weekly/monthly/quarterly) and respond promptly to client information requests; serve as a reliable point of contact for case updates.
- Assist with accurate time tracking and billing documentation.
- Contribute to discovery research and document analysis activities.
- Act as lead coordinator for collection of medical records, cost sharing and distribution of records.
- Tracking key case dates and deadlines imposed by court docketing schedules.
- Proficiency with matter management software (ProLaw or comparable platforms)
- Advanced competency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data management and reporting
- Strong working knowledge of legal terminology and civil litigation processes
- Expertise with legal document management systems
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in legal operations, case management, or litigation support roles.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
At Vorys, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can succeed both personally and professionally. We offer competitive compensation along with a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term goals. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, life and disability coverage, paid maternity & parental leave, family building resources, identity theft protection, a 401(k) plan, and paid sick, personal and vacation time. Some benefits are provided automatically, while others may be available for voluntary enrollment. You’ll also have access to opportunities for professional growth, work-life balance, and programs that recognize and celebrate your contributions.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Vorys does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decisions, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Vorys only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Vorys is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in our employment application process unless doing so would constitute an undue hardship. If you need assistance or an accommodation in our employment application process due to a disability; due to a limitation related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, please contact Julie McDonald, CHRO. Our policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process.
Salary : $31 - $36