Litigation Assistant

Morgan & Morgan; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading personal injury law firm in Owensboro is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to manage day-to-day operations and support the legal team. Responsibilities include administrative tasks, document organization, and client communication. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, strong written skills, and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Full-time benefits include medical, dental insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as an administrative assistant in a law firm or legal department.
• Knowledge of evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties such as scheduling hearings and organizing case files.
• Draft and proofread legal documents including pleadings and contracts.
• Manage client billing and resolve billing issues.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Exceptional problem-solving skills

Great written and communication skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in paralegal studies or certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem‑solving skills, and is comfortable working in a fast‑paced dynamic workplace.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, managing logistics)
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Implement and improve upon administrative processes for a more efficient workflow.
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Associate degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred
• Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred)
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury‑related practice areas (preferred)
• Must possess the ability to multi‑task, prioritize, handle a fast‑paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision
• Great written and communication skills, be proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
• Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm
• Remote and/or hybrid not eligible

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full‑time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 form.