Construction Litigation Legal Assistant

Orion Placement
Lexington, KY

Pay: $60,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year


Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a highly respected, full-service law firm with a long-standing reputation for sophisticated legal work and an excellent workplace culture.
  • Support a busy Construction practice on meaningful, high-level matters involving litigation, trial prep, document management, contracts, and large-scale projects.
  • Work closely with experienced attorneys in a role that offers real responsibility, visibility, and impact.
  • Be part of a collaborative, professional team that values strong support staff and recognizes the importance of their contribution.
  • Enjoy a stable, full-time in-office opportunity with strong benefits, a polished environment, and long-term growth potential.


Location: This is a full-time, in-office opportunity based in Lexington, Kentucky, ideal for someone who thrives in a professional, team-oriented office environment.


Note: Candidates must have at least 3 years of directly relevant litigation legal assistant experience, including experience supporting matters from pre-trial through trial and post-trial activities.


About Us

We are a well-established, full-service law firm known for handling sophisticated transactions, complex litigation, and high-level regulatory matters. Our team is committed to delivering outstanding client service while fostering a professional, collaborative, and supportive workplace. Confidential Employer.


Job Description

  • Provide day-to-day support to attorneys in a busy Construction practice
  • Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, contracts, correspondence, and trial materials
  • Assist with litigation case management from pre-trial through trial and post-trial phases
  • Organize, retrieve, review, and manage large volumes of documents for active matters and major projects
  • Prepare deposition exhibits, trial exhibits, binders, and other case materials
  • Maintain organized electronic and physical files, including indexing and document tracking
  • Coordinate discovery, filing, document production, and other case support functions
  • Assist with monthly billing and invoicing
  • Support attorneys with administrative and miscellaneous tasks that help keep matters moving efficiently


Qualifications

  • 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience
  • Experience supporting cases through pre-trial, trial, and post-trial phases
  • Strong document production, organization, and case management skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including track changes, formatting, numbering, and internal references
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Experience with litigation support and document management platforms is strongly preferred
  • Experience supporting construction law matters is a plus
  • Associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or relevant legal training preferred


Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a respected legal team where your experience will be valued and your work will matter. This is a strong opportunity for a seasoned legal assistant who wants to be part of a collegial, high-performing environment with interesting work, excellent professional standards, and a culture that genuinely appreciates its people.


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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:


  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

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