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Civil Litigation This Jobot Job is hosted by: Emily Bohanon Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year A bit about us: Kentucky based firm firm with a wide range of experience including Commercial Litigation, Complex Financial and Transactional matters! Why join us? • Top Notch Benefits with a FUN team, • Under 10 Employees, • Competitive Pay Job Details Please apply if you meet these criteria: • JD + Barred in KY, • 2 Years of experience (not including clerkship years), • Litigation experience including Motions, Trials, and Writing Experience, • Commercial or Business Litigation Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy

Job DescriptionWhat’s in it for you?! • Join the world’s largest law firm—global reach, local power!, • Accelerate your career with cross-border case exposure!, • Collaborate with elite attorneys across 80+ countries!, • Take advantage of cutting-edge legal tech & resources!, • Thrive in a DEI-focused, inclusive, people-first culture!, • Competitive comp, generous benefits, and mentorship!, • Be part of a firm shaping the future of law!If that’s you, let’s talk!Job Type : Full TimeLocation : Lexington, KentuckyPay : Competitive Pay and Benefits!Job Description Summary:Seeking a sharp and motivated Litigation Attorney to join a high-performing legal team handling complex civil and commercial matters from start to finish. This role offers exposure to sophisticated cases, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to develop within a nationally recognized firm known for its collaborative culture and global reach.What You’ll Do:• Manage all phases of litigation, from initial pleadings through resolution• Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, and briefs• Conduct and respond to written discovery and depositions with limited supervision• Collaborate with partners and clients to build case strategy and achieve objectives• Provide creative, practical solutions aligned with client goals• Participate in hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations as assignedExperience You’ll Need:• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school• 3–5+ years of litigation experience• Active Kentucky Bar License in good standing• Exceptional research, analytical, and writing skills• Proven ability to manage cases independently while working collaboratively in a team setting• Strong communication and client service mindset• Judicial clerkship experience highly desirable but not requiredWhat’s in it for you?!, • Opportunity to handle sophisticated litigation in a globally recognized firm!, • Collaborative, team-oriented culture with hybrid flexibility!, • Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus potential!, • Excellent benefits package and professional development opportunities!, • Meaningful exposure to diverse, high-profile legal matters!Our client asked me to submit 3 great people within the next few days. We work directly with the hiring manager and can arrange interviews within a few daysFrank Frohlich #INDEH123

Job Description We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents, and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Compensation: $40,000 yearly Responsibilities: • Schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, make travel arrangements, and coordinate with outside vendors for events, • Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines, • Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly, • Help with creating a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when necessary, • Ensuring the accuracy of data in our CMSQualifications:, • 1-2 years of prior experience in a law firm environment as a secretary or administrative assistant, • Must be able to type at least 50 WPM, • Applicants must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills, • Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required, • Candidates must have worked with legal software, case management, and docketing programsAbout Company Based in Lexington, KY, our firm works with clients across the country to pursue fair resolution of their cases.

Job Description Job Description Our personal injury law firm is seeking a full-time motivated, skilled paralegal to join the team in our Lexington office to help make a difference in the lives of injured clients. You’ll play a key role in supporting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from intake through settlement or trial. Salary is commensurate with experience. Key Responsibilities • Draft, review, and file legal documents (complaints, discovery, motions, correspondence, etc.), • Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and courts, • Manage case files and track important deadlines, • Summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, and discovery responses, • Assist attorneys with each step of litigation including discovery and motion practice as well as trial preparation and organization of exhibits Required: • 2+ years of experience as a paralegal (personal injury preferred), • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail, • Understanding of state and federal court procedures, • Experience with state and federal e-filing systems, • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, • Paralegal certification or a degree in legal studies, • Competitive salary commensurate with experience, • Health and retirement benefits, • Opportunities for growth and continuing education, • Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Job DescriptionWhat’s in it for you?! • Join the world’s largest law firm—global reach, local power!, • Accelerate your career with cross-border case exposure!, • Collaborate with elite attorneys across 80+ countries!, • Take advantage of cutting-edge legal tech & resources!, • Thrive in a DEI-focused, inclusive, people-first culture!, • Competitive comp, generous benefits, and mentorship!, • Be part of a firm shaping the future of law!If that’s you, let’s talk!Job Type : Full TimeLocation : Lexington, KentuckyPay : Competitive Pay and Benefits!Job Description SummaryA leading law firm is seeking a driven Estate Planning Attorney to join its established and highly regarded Estate Planning practice. The ideal candidate will collaborate with partners and associates on complex estate, trust, and wealth preservation matters, serving high-net-worth individuals and families. This position offers hybrid flexibility, meaningful client interaction, and growth within one of the nation’s most respected legal networks.What You’ll Do• Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney• Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax strategies• Collaborate with partners on trust administration and wealth transfer planning• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on estate planning issues• Support clients with probate filings and estate administration• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure timely, high-quality deliverablesExperience You’ll Need• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school• 2–3 years of estate planning experience in private practice or boutique firm• Active Kentucky Bar License (or eligibility to waive in)• Strong knowledge of estate, gift, and trust law• Excellent writing, research, and communication skillsOur client asked me to submit 3 great people within the next few days. We work directly with the hiring manager and can arrange interviews within a few daysFrank Frohlich #INDEH123

Job Description JOB TITLE: Paralegal - Litigation STATUS: Non-Exempt SUMMARY: Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures of the Litigation Strategic Business Unit Manager or their designee and the Paralegal Leadership Team. The Litigation Paralegal will perform a variety of duties specific to litigation support including organizing and preparing client matter information for submission to the appropriate platforms and assist with trial preparation. This position is non-exempt. DUTIES AND PARALEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES - Litigation: • Electronically file simple and complex pleadings in State and Federal court., • Draft for electronic filing simple pleadings in State and Federal Court, including notices of deposition, notices of filing, pro hac vice motions, affidavits in support and basic orders., • Preparation of domestic and foreign subpoenas and supporting documents, including an understanding of the Uniform Deposition and Discovery Act; familiarity with the Long Arm Statute for service of process and use of the Secretary of State website to determine registered agents for service of process., • Preparation of Summonses and Civil Cover Sheets for initiating an action in Federal Court; preparation of Summonses for initiating an action in State Court., • Preparation of Open Records Requests and FOIA requests., • Familiarity of litigation support software and its use (e.g., , Relativity), including review and coding of documents relating to discovery requests and a basic understanding of privileged documents., • Basic understanding of Appellate rules, formatting and preparation of citations to the record on appeal for appellate briefs., • Preparation of deposition summaries and document indices, where necessary., • Familiarity of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Kentucky Rules of Civil Procedure that apply to specific paralegal functions., • Maintain time entry for all billable time., • Work closely with other team members to support the Strategic Business Unit needs., • Maintain a professional attitude and appearance with clients, attorneys, judges, and anyone associated with a specific client matter., • Follow all personnel policies and procedures of the Firm., • Proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the ability to work with all portable document format (PDF) applications., • Collaborate with paralegals throughout the Firm to ensure best practices are applied across the Firm., • Must have a paralegal degree, paralegal certificate or paralegal experience., • Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multitask., • Exceptional writing and legal drafting skills., • Some travel may be required, including the possibility of overnight stays., • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with the team and clients., • This position requires sitting for the majority of the workday. May lift up to 5 – 10 lbs. IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Job Description Associate Attorney focusing on civil litigation. Overview Full-time, in-person position with flexibility for occasional remote work as needed and appropriate. Litigation firm concentrating in plaintiff’s personal injury, wrongful death, and consumer/employee class actions. The firm has a particular emphasis in medical negligence and product liability cases. The firm’s typical cases are complex, lengthy, and interesting. You will work as part of a team of lawyers and support staff who collaborate to pursue complex cases, and will also have the opportunity to take the lead on some cases. You will also have the opportunity to try cases in jury trials and collaborate on important cases with exceptional attorneys from around the country. Requirements: • The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in civil or criminal litigation and some trial experience, but all candidates will be considered., • Admitted to practice in Kentucky, • Record of adhering to the highest ethical standards, • Excellent interpersonal skills; enjoy dealing professionally with coworkers and opposing counsel, • Excellent legal research and writing skills, • Effective oral advocacy and comfort arguing in court, • Attention to detail, • Ability to utilize electronic case management software and emerging AI tools, • Candidate will be expected to take ownership of cases and actively move them to resolution., • Legal research and writing, including trial court and appellate briefing, • Drafting complaints, • Developing and implementing case strategy, • Planning and reviewing discovery, • Taking and defending depositions, • Moving cases forward at all stages of litigation, • Collaborating with legal support staff, • Communicating with opposing counsel, • Trying cases, • Travel as necessary, although the firm attempts to utilize videoconferencing technology in lieu of travel as much as possible., • Actively utilize emerging technologies to improve client results, • Involvement in relevant professional associations to hone legal skills and contribute to firm’s excellent reputation in the legal community

Job DescriptionFrost Brown Todd LLP, a national law firm with 1000+ legal and business professionals across eighteen offices, is currently searching for a full-time Paralegalto join our Tax, Benefits and Estates Practice Group in our Lexington office. This role will assist our attorneys in preparing legal documents, conducting research and facilitating communication for the transfer of assets. Key Responsibilities: • Assist Estate Planning and Administration attorneys with relevant plans, ancillary documents, client communications, probate court cases and tax documents., • Coordinate and communicate with financial planners, Certified Public Accountants, and other outside FBT individuals for transfer of assets during the lifetime of a client or after the death of a client., • Communicate directly with clients by oral and written methods in substantive, ongoing and significant matters., • Conduct research related to real estate titling at various Courthouses or online searches., • Prepare documents to transfer real estate as necessary., • Prepare corporate documents and minute books as necessary., • Perform document production review and indexing., • Organize and compile client-related documentation., • Prepare various IRS and State Level Tax Return documents, including but not limited to Federal Estate Tax Returns, Federal Gift Tax Returns, and Kentucky Inheritance Tax Returns., • Assist with drafting of correspondence, court filings, transfer documents, and other ancillary documents., • Maintain client related electronic files., • An associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, or a bachelor's degree in an unrelated field combined with an ABA-approved paralegal certificate or relevant experience in the area of specialization., • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal or in other legal/tax services roles., • Experience with the Internal Revenue Code preferred., • Strong oral and written communication skills., • Proficient using Excel, Word and other database and document assembly software., • Must be detail oriented, efficient, and able to coordinate multifaced projects with a minimum of supervision. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Frost Brown Todd is fully committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Frost Brown Todd to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, military status, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other protected status.

Job Description Denham Property and Injury Law Firm advocates for the rights of property loss and personal injury victims. Based in Lexington, KY, our firm is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and ensuring clients’ voices are heard. We are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients through diligent and compassionate legal counsel. This is a full-time on-site (possibly remote/hybrid options for right person) role for an Attorney at Denham Property and Injury Law Firm located in Lexington, KY. The Attorney will be responsible for handling cases from inception to resolution. Compensation: $150,000 - $300,000 yearly Responsibilities: • Assist clients in reaching a case resolution that achieves the best possible outcome.Qualifications:, • Licensed in KY and preferably also Tennessee or another state, • Proficiency in negotiation and client representation processes, • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, • Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, • Experience in first party property is strongly preferredAbout Company Based in Lexington, KY, our firm works with clients across the country to pursue fair resolution of their case.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Staff Attorney position supports the Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation’s (KHRGC) Legal Division and the KHRGC’s Office of Charitable Gaming by ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance of the KHRGC and licensees, drafting and reviewing administrative regulations, defending the KHRGC in administrative appeals, monitoring Open Records Requests, drafting contracts and other legal documents, and addressing other legal matters as they arise. The Staff Attorney is responsible for assisting the Chief Legal Officer with a variety of legal issues arising in the areas of charitable gaming, administrative law, and litigation. Potential candidates should have strong research, writing and analytical skills. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Drafts, reviews, and processes administrative regulations through the Legislative Research Commission for the KHRGC., • Represents the KHRGC’s Office of Charitable Gaming in KRS 13B administrative hearings., • Reviews and drafts responses to Open Records Requests with the Records Custodian of the KHRGC., • Drafts, negotiates and enforces KHRGC contracts and other legal documents; reviews and approves contract and procurement documents prepared by the KHRGC and others., • Monitors KHRGC activities for statutory and regulatory compliance., • Monitors cases relevant to the Corporation in Kentucky and nationally and advises the Chief Legal Officer of relevant litigation as it arises., • Provide advice and counsel within the KHRGC under the supervision of the Chief Legal Officer., • May require periodic travel. · JD required. · Licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and membership in the Kentucky Bar Association. · Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing law. · Experience in the areas of litigation, administrative law, gaming law and employment law is preferred, but not required. · Knowledge, experience and interest in the area of charitable gaming is preferred but not required. · Excellent research, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assist in providing advice on a wide variety of topics related to horse racing and gaming. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills and the ability to work with other team members within the Legal Division and the KHRGC · Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and address various needs within the Legal division. COMPENSATION: Compensation will be based on experience in the range of $80,000-$90,000 annually. KHRGC employees participate in the Kentucky Employees Retirement System, and are eligible to participate in the Kentucky health, life, and deferred compensation programs. To apply, please complete the application, attach a resume and cover letter and email all information to Ashleigh Bailey at . KHRGC Job Application: . Company DescriptionThe Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation (KHRGC) is an independent agency responsible for regulating and overseeing horse racing and gaming activities within the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Its core functions include supervising live horse racing, pari-mutuel wagering, sports wagering, breed integrity and development, and charitable gaming operations. Established through legislative action, the KHRGC evolved from the former Kentucky Horse Racing Commission into a corporate structure designed to enhance oversight, improve operational efficiency, and ensure accountability to the Governor, General Assembly, and citizens of Kentucky. The corporation is governed by a board of directors charged with regulating all aspects of horse racing and gaming, promoting industry integrity, safety, and the welfare of the horses involved. In addition, the KHRGC oversees licensed charitable organizations conducting fundraising activities such as bingo, raffles, pull-tabs, and special events, ensuring compliance with state law, protecting the charitable purpose of proceeds, and maintaining public trust in charitable gaming.The Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation (KHRGC) is an independent agency responsible for regulating and overseeing horse racing and gaming activities within the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Its core functions include supervising live horse racing, pari-mutuel wagering, sports wagering, breed integrity and development, and charitable gaming operations.\r\nEstablished through legislative action, the KHRGC evolved from the former Kentucky Horse Racing Commission into a corporate structure designed to enhance oversight, improve operational efficiency, and ensure accountability to the Governor, General Assembly, and citizens of Kentucky.\r\nThe corporation is governed by a board of directors charged with regulating all aspects of horse racing and gaming, promoting industry integrity, safety, and the welfare of the horses involved. In addition, the KHRGC oversees licensed charitable organizations conducting fundraising activities such as bingo, raffles, pull-tabs, and special events, ensuring compliance with state law, protecting the charitable purpose of proceeds, and maintaining public trust in charitable gaming.

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