Legal Assistant

Stites & Harbison

Lexington, KY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Billing, Communication Skills, Construction Support, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Legal, Legal Document Management Software, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Network Operations Center, Organizational Skills, Proofreading, Software Administration, Spreadsheets, Time Management
LOCATION
Lexington, KY
POSTED
Today

Stites & Harbison, PLLC, a full-service law firm, is seeking an experienced, highly technical, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our Construction and Data Center Service Groups.This is an in-office position. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of Lexington, Kentucky.About UsStites & Harbison is committed to creating an environment where every staff member feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, where team members work alongside talented professionals who share knowledge and support one another's goals. Founded in 1832, Stites & Harbison is one of the oldest law practices in the nation, bringing together attorneys and staff across multiple offices to serve clients nationally and internationally.Stites & Harbison was named to the Top 10 "Best Places to Work in Kentucky" for 2026 in the medium company category. The firm has made the list 20 times – 12 of those in the Top 10.What You'll DoAs an integral member of the team, you will support attorneys handling moderate to complex matters, including:Drafting, formatting, and proofreading complex legal documents in Microsoft Word, including numbering schemes, cross-references, tables of contents, and tracked changesPreparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with discovery, and handling electronic court filingsMaintaining organized case files and correspondence using litigation support software and internal document management systemsCoordinating with accounting on monthly billing cycles, including compiling time entries, preparing invoices, and ensuring timely and accurate client billingMonitoring deadlines, managing multiple inboxes, and facilitating communication between attorneys, clients, and internal departmentsWhat You Bring5+ years of litigation experience, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial supportAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in the legal or related field preferredAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, legal research tools, litigation software, and spreadsheet applicationsDemonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies, including document management systems, legal software, collaboration platforms, and AI toolsStrong writing, proofreading, and analytical skillsComfortable communicating with attorneys, clients, and outside parties on complex mattersAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with accuracy and discretionWhat We OfferWe believe a supported team is a high-performing team. We offer a competitive salary and a full benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.Stites & Harbison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or regional origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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