Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Paducah, KY
Full Time
Experienced
HR Consulting Solutions has been retained by Byers Law Firm, PLLC to conduct a search for a talented Paralegal or Legal Assistant to support the firm’s growing practice in Paducah, Kentucky.
MEET BYERS LAW FIRM
Byers Law Firm, PLLC is a growing legal practice based in Paducah, KY. The firm provides legal services in areas including business law, estate planning, and family law. The practice is committed to delivering thoughtful legal guidance and personalized service to individuals, families, and businesses throughout the region.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role will support the firm’s attorneys with legal research, document preparation, case organization, and client communication across several practice areas including business law, estate planning, and family law. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented, and comfortable working in a professional legal environment where accuracy, confidentiality, and responsiveness are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional who enjoys working closely with an attorney and making a meaningful impact on client matters.
WORK SCHEDULE
This role works closely with the attorney and other office staff members in a small, collaborative office environment. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
MEET BYERS LAW FIRM
Byers Law Firm, PLLC is a growing legal practice based in Paducah, KY. The firm provides legal services in areas including business law, estate planning, and family law. The practice is committed to delivering thoughtful legal guidance and personalized service to individuals, families, and businesses throughout the region.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role will support the firm’s attorneys with legal research, document preparation, case organization, and client communication across several practice areas including business law, estate planning, and family law. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented, and comfortable working in a professional legal environment where accuracy, confidentiality, and responsiveness are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional who enjoys working closely with an attorney and making a meaningful impact on client matters.
WORK SCHEDULE
- Flexible work schedule; Week days; Approximately 35 hours per week
This role works closely with the attorney and other office staff members in a small, collaborative office environment. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare, draft, and organize legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and correspondence.
- Conduct thorough legal research and compile findings to support casework.
- Assist attorneys with case preparation, court filings, and client communications.
- Manage deadlines and maintain case schedules with accuracy.
- Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files for business, estate, and family law matters.
- Track filing deadlines, court dates, and document submissions to ensure timely case management.
- Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive legal and client information.
- Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, and clients regarding case documentation and scheduling when appropriate.
- Provide occasional administrative support, including answering phones and greeting clients when needed.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field.
- Two+ years of experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or similar role in a legal setting.
- Paralegal certification preferred but not required.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, practices, and procedures.
- Proficiency in legal research and document management software.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate legal documents.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience supporting attorneys in business law, estate planning, or family law.
- Experience preparing pleadings or filings for Kentucky courts.
- Familiarity with case management systems or legal document management software.
- Strong proofreading and document formatting skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and standard office software.
- Ability to manage electronic case files and document organization.
- Experience with legal case management or document management systems is a plus.
- Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Flexible work schedule within a Monday through Friday work week.
- Paid time off offered. Specific PTO details will be discussed during the interview process.
- Professional office environment with the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to client matters.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Our company is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, providing everyone with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions within our organization are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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