Legal Finance Coordinator - Flexible Hours

Whiteford Taylor Preston, LLP.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiteford Taylor Preston, LLP. in Lexington, KY is seeking a Legal Finance Coordinator to manage new client intake, assist with financials, and coordinate day-to-day administration for the practice group.

The role supports attorneys with billing, expense reimbursements, and case file management. Strong MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills, plus familiarity with court filing requirements, are essential.

Qualifications

• High level MS Word proficiency; intermediate Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of court filing requirements and e-filing procedures preferred.
• Aptitude for learning other office software and technology as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication; excellent English grammar and proofreading.
• Detail oriented with the ability to exercise sound initiative and judgment.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisors; manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage inflow of new cases and clients, prepare engagement letters and open files with conflict checks.
• Create, format, edit, proofread Word documents, Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations; draft routine correspondence.
• Assist with coordinating case financials to determine attorney fees and expenses.
• Manage calendars and scheduling; coordinate depositions and hearings as needed.
• Handle monthly billing processes, client file maintenance, and active file closures.
• Arrange travel for staff as required.
• Track and process attorney expense reimbursements and invoices.
• Work independently or on special projects and assignments.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Court filings

English grammar

Proofreading

Detail oriented

Initiative and judgment

Teamwork

Multitasking

Overtime flexibility

Job description

Whiteford Taylor Preston, LLP. in Lexington, KY is seeking a Legal Finance Coordinator to manage new client intake, assist with financials, and coordinate day-to-day administration for the practice group.

The role supports attorneys with billing, expense reimbursements, and case file management. Strong MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills, plus familiarity with court filing requirements, are essential.