Experienced Paralegal

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Job description:

About Us

Denham Property & Injury Law is a plaintiff-side law firm primarily representing homeowners and property owners whose insurance companies have underpaid, delayed, or denied legitimate claims. Based in Lexington, Kentucky, we operate across multiple states and are growing quickly. We move fast, take our clients' situations seriously, and hold ourselves to a high standard of preparation and follow-through.

The Role

We are looking for a Paralegal  with at least one year of experience to support attorneys in our Lexington, Kentucky office across a high-volume active caseload. You will keep cases moving, clients informed, and deadlines tracked while also drafting demand letters, complaints, and other legal documents under attorney supervision. You will interact regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and adjusters on behalf of the firm. This role requires someone who is highly organized, a strong writer, and comfortable managing a lot of moving pieces simultaneously.

What We Value

Our core values aren’t just words on a wall. They define who we hire, how we work, and what we expect from every member of the team.

• Loyalty – To the firm, to co-workers, and to our clients
• Dedication – Dedicated to our cause and willingness to go above and beyond
• Strong Work Ethic – Willing to put the time and effort in to get the results our clients deserve. Always being the most prepared person in the room.
• Determination – Goal-oriented and strives for success
• Caring – Has empathy for clients and treats them like we’d like to be treated. Clients are not just another number or file to us.
• Growth Mindset – Strives for continuous improvement both individually and for the firm
• Working Smart – Produces high-quality work by leveraging tools and resources in an efficient manner

What You'll Do

• Draft basic legal documents under attorney supervision
• Manage attorney calendars and schedule depositions, client meetings, hearings, and calls
• Communicate with clients on case status, upcoming appointments, and next steps
• Correspond with opposing counsel, court reporters, process servers, and other external parties on behalf of attorneys
• Maintain and organize case files in our case management system, ensuring records are current and accurate
• Track case deadlines, follow up on outstanding items, and flag anything at risk to the responsible attorney
• Prepare and send routine correspondence and documentation under attorney supervision
• Support attorneys with day-to-day administrative needs across their caseloads

What We're Looking For

Required:

• At least one year of experience working in a legal environment
• Strong written communication skills — you draft clearly, professionally, and accurately
• Exceptionally organized — you manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Reliable and proactive — you follow up, follow through, and flag problems before they become emergencies
• Calm under pressure — this is a fast-paced environment with a high active caseload
• Detail-oriented — errors in legal documents and missed deadlines have real consequences for clients
• Comfortable with technology — you will use our case management system, Microsoft 365, AI tools, and a VoIP phone system

Preferred:

• 3-5 years of experience
• Prior experience in first party property

Who Thrives in This Role

You'll do well here if you are a strong writer who takes ownership of their work, stays organized when juggling competing priorities, and finds satisfaction in keeping things running smoothly. We care more about work ethic, attention to detail, and communication skills than a specific background. If you can write clearly, learn quickly, and be counted on, we want to talk to you.

How to Apply

We want to ensure that all applicants have a fair and equal chance, so we’re using a TestGorilla assessment ( This minimizes unconscious bias in our hiring process. Successful candidates will be invited to a job interview.

• Ready to join our team? Start by clicking the link below.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program