Legal Assistant
- Lexington, KY
- $23.97 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
ROLE
We need an experienced Legal Assistant to support the Civil Division at the U.S. Attorney’s Office (USAO) for the Eastern District of Kentucky (EDKY). The USAO represents the federal government in civil litigation, and this role plays a critical part in ensuring effective case management and legal operations. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs), including drafting legal documents, managing court deadlines, and coordinating case files. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply today!RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review and prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, notices, and subpoenas using office software applications
- Proofread and cite-check legal briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents
- Conduct basic factual research on individuals/entities and perform basic legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law
- Assemble exhibits and document compilations for use in interviews, depositions, hearings, and trials
- File pleadings using the court’s electronic filing system
- Redact documents prior to filing or production
- Collaborate with AUSAs, paralegals, and litigation support staff to manage discovery in civil cases
- Open, maintain, and close litigation case files and prepare them for storage
- Track court deadlines including filings, hearings, and trials using calendar systems
- Schedule online and in-person meetings, appointments, conferences, and interviews for AUSAs
- Arrange travel including booking transportation and accommodations and preparing necessary documentation
- Sort, review, and route incoming correspondence to AUSAs or other staff based on understanding of office functions
- Receive visitors and answer or return telephone calls on behalf of AUSAs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a courteous and tactful demeanor
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database systems for document preparation and data retrieval
- Ability to establish, maintain, and organize case or project files
- Attention to detail in reviewing and editing documents for typographical errors
- Capability to schedule appointments, track deadlines, and maintain accurate calendars
- Experience responding to inquiries regarding case status using database information
- Skill in obtaining and sharing information with external agencies related to casework
- Ability to conduct factual and legal research to support case development
- Associates degree in a related field or paralegal certificate - preferred
- Lexington, KY 40507
- Must pass applicable DOJ background investigation for this position
- United States Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Kentucky (USAO-EDKY)
- Travel may be required
- 40 hours per week
- 8 hours per working day
- Employment Classification Eligibility — W2
- Not eligible for relocation benefits
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