Legal Assistant

Denham Property & Injury Law Firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our team in our Lexington office. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and takes pride in ensuring calendars, deadlines, and documents are managed with precision. This position plays a critical role in keeping the firm’s workflow efficient and accurate — especially in relation to scheduling, calendaring, and document control. Key Responsibilities Manage attorney and firm calendars, including scheduling of client meetings, court appearances, depositions, and deadlines Coordinate with courts, clients, experts, and opposing counsel to schedule hearings, mediations, and depositions Maintain and update case timelines, hearing schedules, and internal reminders Organize and manage digital and physical files to ensure documents are accurately labeled, accessible, and up to date Assist in preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence Monitor and respond to court notices, deadlines, and docketing updates Support attorneys with administrative tasks such as scanning, filing, printing, and organizing case materials Answer incoming calls and emails with professionalism and timely communication Requirements Qualifications & Experience Previous experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or administrative assistant in a law firm setting preferred Strong calendaring and scheduling skills with keen attention to deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience with legal document management software and case management systems (e.g., Clio, FileVine) is a plus Excellent time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills Clear and professional verbal and written communication Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment Benefits Why Join Denham Property & Injury Law Firm? Structured Support: Work closely with a dynamic litigation team that values organization and proactive administrative support Collaborative Culture: Join a professional and welcoming office where your work makes a direct impact on client outcomes Growth-Oriented: Opportunities to expand your responsibilities and grow within the firm Meaningful Work: Be part of a team committed to helping individuals and families navigate property and injury claims across Kentucky If you're a dependable and detail-focused legal professional ready to support a thriving legal team, we encourage you to apply.