Legal Assistant

LHH; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking stipend

Paid sick leave

PTO: two weeks

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

LHH is assisting a downtown Denver law firm specializing in medical negligence and general liability defense to find a capable Legal Assistant. This role provides essential administrative support to attorneys and paralegals while sustaining efficient legal operations.

Responsibilities include drafting and filing litigation documents, managing electronic files, coordinating court appearances, and maintaining attorney calendars.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm.
• Post-secondary education or legal coursework preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal courts, including Colorado e-filing procedures.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook; familiarity with billing and document management software preferred.
• Strong Outlook calendar management and litigation scheduling.
• Typing speed of at least 65 WPM.
• Highly organized, able to multitask, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional client service through professional communication, scheduling, and meeting coordination
• Provide proactive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals
• Draft and file litigation-related documents, motions, and pleadings
• Maintain organized electronic client files and manage document workflows
• Schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings; monitor deadlines and avoid conflicts
• Prepare correspondence and legal memoranda in accordance with firm standards
• Interact professionally with court personnel, attorneys, and staff
• Manage attorney calendars and coordinate case preparation
• Process mail, payments, and reimbursements
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate strong attention to detail

Skills

Communication

Scheduling

Attention to detail

Multitasking

65 WPM typing

Education

Legal coursework

Post-secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Billing software

Document management software

Job description

Legal Assistant – Medical Negligence & General Liability Defense

A downtown Denver law firm specializing in medical negligence and general liability defense is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its team. This role provides critical administrative support to attorneys and paralegals and plays a key part in maintaining efficient legal operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional client service through professional communication, scheduling, and meeting coordination
• Provide proactive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals
• Draft and file litigation-related documents, motions, and pleadings
• Maintain organized electronic client files and manage document workflows
• Schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings; monitor deadlines and avoid conflicts
• Prepare correspondence and legal memoranda in accordance with firm standards
• Interact professionally with court personnel, attorneys, and staff
• Manage attorney calendars and coordinate case preparation
• Process mail, payments, and reimbursements
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate strong attention to detail

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm; experience supporting medical malpractice or defense litigation attorneys preferred
• Post‑secondary education or legal coursework preferred
• Knowledge of state and federal courts, including Colorado (and preferably New Mexico) e‑filing procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; familiarity with billing and document management software preferred
• Strong mastery of Outlook calendar management and litigation scheduling
• Ability to format, edit, draft, retrieve, and organize legal documents
• Typing speed of at least 65 WPM
• Highly organized, able to multitask, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Additional Details

• Excellent communication skills and professional judgment
• Direct Hire
• Hours 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Mon - Fri
• Salary range: $55,000 - $70,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• $200 parking stipend
• Paid Sick Leave where applicable by State law
• PTO: two weeks per year
• Paid Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision: United Healthcare, 60/40 coverage for employee, employer
• 401(k) plan: employee contributions only
• Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan
• This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $55,000 - $70,000 per year and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

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