Paralegal: Discovery, Docketing & Trial Prep

Kentucky Bar Association; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kentucky Bar Association in Louisville is seeking a paralegal to assist attorneys with discovery, record requests, and trial preparation. You will digest medical, accident, educational records and manage electronic filing in state and federal courts.

You will track and bill time, handle scheduling and deadlines, and collaborate with a team while maintaining client confidentiality. Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Pro is required.

Qualifications

• Certification or degree in Paralegal studies.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Pro.
• Attention to detail and ability to proofread.
• Ability to communicate and work cohesively with team.
• Maintain client and firm confidentiality.
• Punctual.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with discovery and fact findings through requesting records (medical, accident, educational, etc).
• Digest records in a timely manner.
• File and retrieve court documents electronically in State and Federal court.
• Track and bill time.
• Scheduling, docketing and follow-up on deadlines.
• Assist with deposition, mediation and/or trial preparation.
• Other duties as assigned by attorneys.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proofreading

Communication skills

Team player

Punctuality

Education

Paralegal studies certification/degree

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Pro

Job description

The Kentucky Bar Association in Louisville is seeking a paralegal to assist attorneys with discovery, record requests, and trial preparation. You will digest medical, accident, educational records and manage electronic filing in state and federal courts.

You will track and bill time, handle scheduling and deadlines, and collaborate with a team while maintaining client confidentiality. Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Pro is required.