Legal Administrative Assistant

Stinson LLP; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Legal Administrative Assistant to join their dynamic team in Denver. This role involves a variety of essential functions, including document preparation, client billing coordination, and effective communication with attorneys and clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a commitment to meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a supportive legal environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision health plans

Employer-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability benefits

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Service bonuses

Employee discount program

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of LAA experience or equivalent in a law firm.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office and document management tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal administrative support including document preparation and e-filing.
• Coordinate client billing and manage time entries for attorneys.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

FileSite

WorkSite

Legal Document Preparation

Time Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

College or Business School

Job description

Description

Summary

This Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) is a member of a multi-practice LAA team. The Team is responsible for producing a variety of work product related to the attorney/client interface. This includes, but is not limited to, the production of documents; the management of time entry; e-filing; binders; coordination and facilitation of travel plans, meetings, electronic and face-to-face communications; handling of incoming and outgoing mail and other correspondence; expense entry; and file maintenance. The LAA must be able to work effectively with a variety of professionals, including, attorneys, paralegals, staff, and clients.

LAAs report to the Denver Office Manager. Day to day work is coordinated by the Team Lead.

Please submit your application by no later than 45 days following the posted date. Applications received after this date may not be considered.

Required Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.


• 3-4 years of LAA experience or equivalent.


• Strong computer skills required with Microsoft Word and Outlook, as well as with file document management tools such as FileSite or WorkSite.

Preferred Education & Experience

• College or business school.


• Prior experience in the assigned practice area(s).


• Strong computer skills.


• Law firm experience preferred.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In order to perform one (1) or more essential functions of this role, a minimum of three (3) days in the office is required.

• Legal Administrative Support (75%)
  
  
  
  • Responsible for typing and modifying legal documents accurately and within requested timeframes for assigned legal group, prioritizing work among assignments and meeting specific deadlines on projects.
  
  
  • Coordinates lengthy and complex document preparation with Work Product Support Services as needed.
  
  
  • Prepares documents for e-filing as required.
  
  
  • Reviews and routes incoming mail. Prepares and processes outgoing mail and faxes, arranging for specialized mail or messenger services as required.
  
  
  • Ensures that all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included.
  
  
  • Maintains paper and electronic files in compliance with current policies.
  
  
  • Works with Information Governance to create and maintain client files and indexes.
  
  
  • Marks case or matter related documents as needed with filing instructions to ensure proper filing.
  
  
  • Performs routine filing and retrieves files as needed.
  
  
  • Maintains chronological files and administrative files for assigned attorneys.
  
  
  • Responsible for professionally managing incoming calls, including client calls, assisting in coordinating timekeeper calendars, expense reports, travel, and meeting arrangements.
  
  
  • Coordinates specific client dates with the Calendar/Docket Department as needed.
  
  
  • Prepares and processes new matter forms.
  
  
  • Receives and screens phone calls and takes messages as required.
  
  
  • Receives and directs clients and visitors.
  
  
  • Schedules meetings and arranges for conference rooms and meals.
  
  
  • Maintains and updates contact names and addresses in the contact database.
  
  
  • Communicates effectively with clients and with others in the Firm.
  
  
  • Is proactive in anticipating the business needs of the assigned attorneys; plans ahead and meets deadlines.
  
  
  
  


• Client Billing Coordination (20%)

• Prepares daily time entries for assigned attorneys utilizing Firm approved narrative guidelines, and submits in a timely manner to Accounting.


• Prepares expense reimbursement/disbursement requests.


• Coordinates client billing matters with Accounting billing staff, attorneys, and clients; prepares billing letters and other requested client financial updates; assists attorneys with tracking and monitoring alternative fee arrangements; assists attorneys with automation, tracking, and monitoring of matter budgets.

• General and Administrative (5%)

• Proactively demonstrates effective teamwork and provides assistance to other LAAs as time permits.


• Works cooperatively with other departments and individuals in the Firm.


• Performs other duties as assigned by core practice group.

Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Highly professional with a strong customer service orientation, commitment to meeting deadlines, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.


• Strong professional, independent thinking skills with strength in problem solving and the ability to offer constructive opinions and creative solutions.


• A team player who motivates and educates other team members.


• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the responsibilities of the position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the person in this position will encounter. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in a professional, fast paced office environment that may require additional hours to complete work.

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. If an employee is unable to perform the essential functions of the position, Stinson LLP will evaluate whether a reasonable accommodation can be made to enable the employee to perform the described essential functions of the position. Generally, due to the nature of this office position, while performing the responsibilities of the position, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision.

EEO Statement

Stinson LLP is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply to be considered for open positions. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment. Information gathered through applicant voluntary self-identification will be used for statistical reporting and to measure the effectiveness of our EEO outreach efforts. All information is requested on a voluntary basis and will be kept confidential. We will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

At Stinson LLP, we are committed to the success of our employees. We are equally committed to providing competitive, affordable health and wellness benefits to help take care of yourself and your family, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans

• Medical savings accounts


• Firm-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness Program, and Caregiving Support Concierge Services


• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D


• Short- and long-term disability benefits


• Generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and paid leave for sick and safe time, parental, and military


• Excellent work-life programs, including service bonuses, back-up child, elder, and pet care, and an employee discount program

The salary range for this role is $58,000- $78,000. The salary range for this position is based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and location. The range is provided as an initial approximation at the time of posting and may vary based on the individual's unique qualifications and experience.

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