The Ethical Utilization of Paralegals in Ohio

Authors

Wendy I. Wills, Kent State University

Abstract

This article seeks to discern a bright-line rule for the unauthorized practice of law in Ohio by paralegals. Part I briefly introduces the growth of the paralegal profession in general. Part II discusses Ohio cases dealing with the unauthorized practice of law. Part III explains what legal services non-lawyers are permitted to perform under the supervision of a practicing attorney. Part IV then discusses the evolution of paralegal practice in other states before Part V summarizes what paralegals are permitted to do under Ohio law.

Recommended Citation

Wendy I. Wills, The Ethical Utilization of Paralegals in Ohio, 45 Clev. St. L. Rev. 711 (1997)
available at https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/clevstlrev/vol45/iss4/14