Paralegal Legal Assistant

Barnett Porter & Dunn; Kentucky; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnett Porter & Dunn, a Kentucky-based civil litigation law firm, seeks an experienced paralegal/legal assistant to support attorneys through all stages of litigation.

You will draft pleadings, manage case files, assist with discovery, handle e-filing in state and federal courts, coordinate depositions, and communicate with clients, insurers, and counsel. Strong writing and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Legal Assistant experience in civil litigation.
• Prefer experience in insurance defense or subrogation.
• Knowledge of litigation procedures, deadlines, and court rules.
• Experience with state and federal e-filing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and multi-deadline management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Manage high-volume case files for defense and subrogation matters.
• E-file in state and federal courts and track deadlines.
• Maintain both electronic and physical case files.
• Assist with discovery including interrogatories and requests.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, and hearings; prepare materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurers, experts, and lawyers.
• Review medical records and billing documents.
• Assist with subrogation recovery tracking and lien documentation.

Skills

Pleadings drafting

Case management

E-filing

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Clio

Time Matters

Job description

Job Description

We are a fast-paced law firm focused on insurance defense and subrogation matters, representing insurers, businesses, and individuals in a wide range of civil litigation cases. Our team is committed to delivering efficient, high-quality legal services while maintaining a collaborative and supportive work environment.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant with a background in civil litigation, preferably in insurance defense and/or subrogation. This role is essential in supporting attorneys through all stages of litigation—from case intake through trial—while ensuring deadlines are met and files are maintained with precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
• Handle high-volume case management for insurance defense and subrogation files
• E-file in state and federal courts and track filing deadlines
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files
• Assist with discovery, including drafting interrogatories, requests for production, and responses
• Coordinate depositions, inspections, mediations, and hearingsPrepare trial materials, exhibits, and binders
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurance adjusters, experts, and opposing counsel
• Review medical records, bills, and claim-related documents
• Assist with subrogation recovery tracking and lien documentation

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in civil litigation
• Prior experience in insurance defense and/or subrogation strongly preferred
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, deadlines, and court rules
• Experience with e-filing in state and federal courts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with insurance carriers and adjusters
• Knowledge of medical terminology and billing records
• Familiarity with case management and billing software (e.g., Clio, Time Matters, or similar)
• Trial preparation experience
• Paralegal certificate is a plus