Careers

We Are Hiring

Role: Case Manager / Legal Assistant — Criminal Defense
Location: Willoughby, OH
Firm: Fortress Law Group

Join a Mission-Driven Law Firm That’s Defending More Than Just Clients — We’re Protecting Freedom

At Fortress Law Group, we’re not just defending individuals — we’re standing between the people and unchecked government power. We believe in justice, liberty, and the relentless pursuit of the truth. Our clients are good people going through the worst moments of their lives. And we need YOU to be the steady hand guiding them through the storm.

This isn’t your typical law firm gig. This is a frontline, client-first, high-impact role for someone who’s emotionally intelligent, obsessively organized, and mission-driven. We don’t do average here — we do exceptional.

Our Core Values

Integrity — Professionalism, ethics, and honesty. Always.
Compassion — We serve good people at their worst. We don’t judge. We guide.
Growth — Personally. Professionally. Relentlessly.
Courage — We don’t fear the fight. We face it head-on.
Excellence in Advocacy — We never settle for “good enough.”

Who You Are

Empathetic Communicator

• You connect with people. You listen. You understand that the best legal service starts with making people feel heard.

Organized & Obsessed with Execution

• You thrive in fast-paced environments. Chaos? You eat it for breakfast. Deadlines? You crush them.

Mission-Driven & Purpose-Fueled

• You’re not here to punch a clock. You’re here to make a difference. You believe that defending the accused is about protecting freedom itself.

Strong Writer & Legal Thinker

• You’re not just pushing paper. You’re helping shape the story that gets told in court.

Self-Starter with High Standards

• You don’t need micromanagement. You take ownership and run with it.

Key Accountabilities

Be the Voice & Heart of the Firm

• You are the first impression for potential clients — answering phones, responding to inquiries, and conducting intake with empathy and precision.

Client Onboarding & Relationship Champion

• Guide new clients through the onboarding journey, set clear expectations, and become their trusted point of contact throughout their case.

Back-End Legal Support Machine

• Draft motions, affidavits, and court filings. Communicate with court staff and opposing counsel. Track deadlines like lives depend on it — because they do.

Operational Excellence

• Manage case files in Clio Grow and Clio Manage. Coordinate calendars. Ensure nothing slips through the cracks — ever.

Marketing & Growth Engine Contributor

• Collaborate on our brand. From social content to newsletters to community events — help us build a law firm clients love and trust.

Bonus Points

• Sales or client intake background
• Experience with Clio Grow/Manage
• Legal experience is a plus — but we’ll train the right person with the right mindset
• Spanish or bilingual skills

Diversity, Inclusion & Allyship

Fortress Law Group proudly stands for equality. We believe that everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the freedom to show up authentically — at work, and in life. We’re vocal allies to the LGBTQ+ and diverse communities and are committed to building a team and culture that reflects that.

Salary

$41,600 for entry level, adjustable depending on experience.

Ready to Join a Mission Bigger Than Yourself?

If you want a comfortable job, this isn’t it.
If you want a transformational one — where your work has real meaning and your team shares your values — let’s talk.

** IMPORTANT: TO APPLY **

You will be evaluated and vetted based on your ability to follow instructions.

Do not apply through this posting; the apply now button below or the contact information on our website. If you do, you will be disqualified.

Send your resume and a cover letter to [email protected] and tell us:
Why you? Why this role? And why Fortress Law Group?