Role Summary: We are partnered with a major Denver Law Firm who is seeking a Legal Assistant who is organized, reliable, and thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment. If you enjoy supporting attorneys, managing case details, and playing a meaningful role in helping clients navigate legal challenges, you will feel right at home here. They are a collaborative, growth-oriented law firm that values professionalism, initiative, and delivering excellent client service. If you're looking to join a team where your work truly matters, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily legal and administrative support to attorneys in a busy litigation practice
- Proofread and format legal pleadings, correspondence, and internal documents
- File and serve pleadings and discovery in state and federal courts
- Calendar court deadlines, hearings, trials, and arbitration dates
- Plan team events, make reservations, order meals, and provide other administrative support for team
- Maintain case files, organize client documentation, and manage records
- Coordinate scheduling with clients, attorneys, courts, and third parties
- Communicate regularly with attorneys about deadlines, work status, and client needs
- Answer and route incoming calls and emails with professionalism
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Contribute to firm operations by assisting with team coordination and administrative projects
Qualifications & Requirements
- At least 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a litigation support role
- Familiarity with Colorado and Federal court systems and civil procedure rules (CRCP/FRCP) strongly preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.)
- Experience with ProLaw, Litify, or other legal case-management systems is a plus
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree a plus
