Paralegal - In House

About Us:

We are a dynamic and rapidly growing cannabis company headquartered in Central Ohio, with operations in six states. Our business has grown from a single dispensary to an expansive, nationwide enterprise composed of retail locations, dispensaries, and refineries.

We are building a lean, experienced, and collaborative team comfortable with addressing new challenges in an enterprising start-up environment with a national presence.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a versatile and experienced Office Administrator who can serve as an In-House Paralegal to join our close-knit in-house legal and executive team. This is an on-site role to start with the opportunity to transition to a hybrid role once acclimated. This role is ideal for a self-starter with a background in small office and/or boutique law firm environments.

Qualifying applicants will work directly with our in-house legal team on a variety of commercial, transactional, and litigation matters. Broadly, the applicant will correspond with team members throughout our offices nationwide and will collaborate with our Columbus legal, finance, and management teams to provide administrative and operational support.

The ideal candidate will assist in legal, commercial, and administrative matters to ensure the Columbus office runs efficiently and that our legal and regulatory obligations are addressed and satisfied.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide high-level administrative support to legal and executive team members

Draft, format, and manage legal documents including contracts, licensing applications, compliance and regulatory filings, and correspondence

Organize and maintain internal filing systems for legal, accounting, and operational records

Serve as a point of contact for regulatory communications and filings across multiple states

Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate internal and external communications

Assist with document preparation, due diligence, regulatory filings, and litigation filings

Develop and implement administrative processes to streamline office operations

Support HR, finance, and compliance teams with document tracking and reporting

Maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive company information with discretion

Qualifications:

Ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, communication, time-management, and interpersonal skills

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an administrative or paralegal role, preferably in a legal or professional services environment

Prior experience in a small office or boutique law firm is strongly preferred

Strong understanding of legal terminology, document management, legal databases, and compliance practices

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal document software

Familiarity with regulatory compliance and multi-state business operations is a plus

Experience with cannabis law or in the cannabis industry is a plus, but not required

Must be based in the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area and be available to work on-site

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits

An entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for growth as we nationally

A unique chance to shape the operations of a rapidly growing industry

How to Apply:

Please provide your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.

Pay: $51,310.42 - $61,793.20 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person