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Blackburn Domene & Burchett, PLLC

Legal Assistant

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What they do

A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$62,956 / year median in Kentucky

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Blackburn Domene & Burchett has an opening for an experienced full-time legal assistant. 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred. This position reports to two partners and two to three associates. Candidates must possess excellent organizational as well as verbal and written communication skills and be a self-starter with a proactive work ethic. Requires proficiency in Microsoft Word, OneDrive, Outlook, PACER, and CourtNet. The position requires the ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple tasks, and to work closely with other staff in a team-oriented fashion, as needed. Must be a notary public or eligible to become a notary public. Description of Responsibilities
  • Typing, formatting, editing, and finalizing legal documents, including Bates labeling
  • File and calendar maintenance
  • Written and telephone communication with clients
  • Coordinating scheduling between attorneys, mediators, deponents, etc.
  • Making travel arrangements
  • Electronic and conventional filing of pleadings in federal, circuit and district courts of Kentucky and Indiana Benefits
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • 100% paid employee health care benefits
  • 100% paid short-term and long-term insurance
  • 100% paid parking
  • Firm matching for 401k program
  • 3 weeks PTO time, 4 weeks after fifth year of employment
  • Dress for Your Day dress code
  • Monthly firm paid staff luncheon
  • Family friendly environment
  • 2.
5 hours per pay period of flex time, if needed
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Free parking Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Experience:
Legal Assistant:
5 years (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Louisville, KY 40202 (Required)
Work Location:
In person