Legal Assistant/Receptionist

Vaughn Petitt Legal Group PLLC

Legal Assistant/Receptionist

Pewee Valley, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Free food & snacks

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Be a part of a growing, friendly group in this full-time front desk legal assistant position. Small, busy east end litigation defense firm seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Legal Assistant/Receptionist to join our team.

    What We’re Looking For:

    Experience managing attorney or executive calendars, including scheduling and deadline tracking

    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, even while handling multiple tasks

    Strong computer proficiency, especially within Outlook and Microsoft Office

    A positive, team‑oriented attitude

    Fast and accurate typing skills

    Court e‑filing experience preferred (state and federal), but not required

    Minimum of 2 years of general office experience required; 2+ years supporting an attorney or executive strongly preferred

    Litigation firm experience is a significant plus

    What You’ll Do:

    Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, motion hours, depositions, and tracking all deadlines

    Scan, name, and save incoming mail and documents into appropriate electronic files

    Maintain organized electronic filing systems and pleading indexes, and maintain small amount of paper files

    Communicate daily with attorneys, staff, court personnel, opposing counsel, and other contacts

    E‑file pleadings through the Kentucky Court of Justice and federal online filing systems

    Answer the main phone line, screen & route calls, take messages, and provide general information

    Screen and greet visitors, prepare conference rooms for meetings

    Draft routine correspondence

    Other duties as needed

    Hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.