Legal Assistant & Trial Prep Coordinator

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S.

Attorneys in Kentucky seeks a legal support professional to assist attorneys with routine documents, discovery indexing, and trial notebooks, underpinning efficient case progression. The position focuses on basic litigation procedures, organizing evidentiary exhibits, compiling witness and exhibit lists, and transmitting discovery materials to opposing counsel, under supervision.

Qualifications

• One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level in the Federal service or private sector.
• Experience in a legal environment performing routine legal assistance showing basic knowledge of litigation procedures.
• Responsibilities include preparing routine legal documents, assisting with discovery indexing and transmission, and assisting with hearing/trial preparation.

Skills

Specialized Experience

Education

Graduate-level education in related field

Bachelor's degree with high academic achievement

Combination of Education and Experience

Job description

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S.

Attorneys in Kentucky seeks a legal support professional to assist attorneys with routine documents, discovery indexing, and trial notebooks, underpinning efficient case progression. The position focuses on basic litigation procedures, organizing evidentiary exhibits, compiling witness and exhibit lists, and transmitting discovery materials to opposing counsel, under supervision.