Job Description Job Description Legal Assistant Job Summary: The Fayette Commonwealth Attorney’s Office is seeking a Legal Assistant. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, attending court to support the attorneys, filing documents and other administrative duties as assigned. Experience with Kentucky's e-filing program and criminal law is a plus. Requirements include experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Candidates must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated an excellent communicator, and a team player. Legal Assistant Duties and Responsibilities: Filing documents and other administrative duties as assigned Attending court to support the attorneys Drafting legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence Perform relevant legal research for active cases Create detailed spreadsheets Schedule appointments and maintain a detailed calendar Maintain and organize files; update files in case management system with case status and information Legal Assistant Requirements and Qualifications: Experience and proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel Candidates must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, an excellent communicator, and a team player. Experience with Kentucky's e-filing program and criminal law is a plus. Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred 1 years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary preferred Familiarity with legal procedures and terminology Salary to commensurate with experience. Please email a cover letter and resume with a list of references to Amanda Naish at anaishprosecutors.ky.gov. Company Description We believe in Protecting the Rights of Defendants, Protecting the Rights of Victims, and Protecting the Rights of Citizens to be Safe in their Communities. Company Description We believe in Protecting the Rights of Defendants, Protecting the Rights of Victims, and Protecting the Rights of Citizens to be Safe in their Communities.