$16.82 - $21 per hour
Full-Time Paralegal / Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary Louisville, Kentucky Build Your Career with One of the Nation's Leading Family Law Firms Are you looking to build a rewarding career in the legal profession? Whethe…
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Legal Assistant jobs in Louisville, KY
Legal assistants keep law offices organized, handling scheduling, correspondence, client intake, billing entries, and document preparation so attorneys can focus on casework.
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$17–$32/hr
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$47k
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Family Law Attorney – Louisville, KY Build a Meaningful Career in Family Law Are you looking for a legal career where you can make a real difference in clients' lives while gaining valuable courtroom experience and profe…
questions and provide guidance regarding available benefit programs Assist clients throughout the enrollment process Maintain accurate... ...Applicants must: Be at least 18 years of age Be legally authorized to work in t…
$22 per hour
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$22.43 per hour
Legal Assistant (Management Analyst I) Position Description As a Legal Assistant (Management Analyst I), you will support the DOJ's Executive Office for Immigration Review, specifically supporting the Louisville KY, Immi…
$24 - $31.25 per hour
difference in clients' lives through meticulous case management and legal support. With a rich history of over $2 billion recovered for... ...handle complex case documentation, coordinate depositions, and assist with cou…
$55k
A client of ours here in Louisville, KY is hiring for a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant with extensive experience managing high-volume administrative and case support workflows within fast-paced law firms.…
$50k
A client of ours located in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their team. This position is responsible for providing high-level administrative support to attorneys by managing legal documentation,…
$80k - $150k
finalize estate planning documents that align with clients' objectives. Counsel clients on probate and trust administration matters. Assist with wealth transfer, tax planning, and business succession planning. Build and…
have excellent communication and organizational skills, a strong understanding of legal processes, and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. Responsibilities: Assist attorneys with trial preparation, inclu…
$80k - $150k
of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation. Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and other court filings. Develop case strategi…
Job Title: Commercial Litigation Attorney Location: Louisville, KY Experience Level: 2+ Years Position Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Commercial Litigation Attorney to join our team in Louisville.…
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What legal assistants earn in Louisville
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $17–$21 | $35k–$44k |
| Mid level | $20–$25 | $42k–$53k |
| Senior | $24–$32 | $50k–$66k |
Adjusted for the Louisville market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Calendar and docket managementLegal document formattingClient intake and communicationTime entry and billing supportFile organization (paper and digital)Discretion and confidentialityMicrosoft Office and PDF toolsMultitasking across attorneys
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you manage calendars and deadlines for multiple attorneys?
Describe your system for court dates, statutes of limitation, and reminders, plus how you confirm rather than assume. Precision is the whole job.
A client calls upset about their case and their attorney is in court. What do you do?
Show calm boundaries: listen, take detailed notes, avoid giving legal advice or case predictions, and commit to a specific callback you then make happen.
What experience do you have with legal documents and formatting?
Name the documents: engagement letters, pleadings shells, tables of authorities, proofs of service. Mention firm style rules and court formatting requirements.
How do you handle confidential or sensitive material day to day?
Give habits, not principles: locked screens, careful recipients on email, no case talk in shared spaces, and shredding protocols.
Tell me about supporting billing: time entry, prebills, or client invoicing.
Mention the billing software you used, attorneys' time you entered or chased, and accuracy checks before bills went out. Firms feel billing pain acutely.
Describe a time you caught an error before it went out the door.
A small, concrete story works: a wrong date, misspelled party name, or missing attachment. Show your proofreading routine, not luck.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For legal assistants specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Name the practice areas and firm sizes you have supported, since a solo family-law office and Big Law demand different rhythms.
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List legal software you know: Clio, MyCase, ProLaw, iManage, or NetDocuments, plus e-filing portal experience.
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Show typing speed and document production skills, including advanced Word formatting like TOAs and styles.
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Quantify your support load, such as three attorneys with full calendar, intake, and billing responsibility.
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Mention a notary commission and any legal assistant or paralegal coursework; both add immediate value to small firms.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Receptionist / Office Assistant
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Legal Assistant
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Senior Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Office Administrator
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