Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice in the Lexington, Kentucky area. This role focuses on coordinating case activity, preparing and submitting court documents, and helping attorneys stay organized in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in civil litigation and is comfortable managing deadlines, filings, and scheduling with a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities: • Coordinate attorney calendars, hearings, deadlines, and client-related appointments to keep litigation matters on track. • Prepare, review, and submit court documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court rules and deadlines. • Provide day-to-day administrative and case support for a high-volume medical malpractice and civil litigation workload. • Maintain organized case files, track key dates, and ensure legal documentation is current and accessible. • Communicate with courts, clients, medical offices, and other parties to gather information and support case progression. • Assist with drafting correspondence, assembling pleadings, and preparing materials needed for filings and litigation activities. • At least 2 years of experience in a Legal Assistant role or similar legal support position. • Hands-on experience with electronic filing and court filing procedures. • Working knowledge of civil litigation processes; medical malpractice experience is strongly preferred. • Strong calendar management skills with the ability to monitor multiple deadlines at once. • Excellent organizational skills and close attention to detail in document handling and case support. • Clear written and verbal communication skills in a legal setting.