Legal Assistant

Ireland Stapleton; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ireland Stapleton Pryor & Pascoe, PC in Fort Collins, CO seeks an experienced Legal Assistant to support approximately five attorneys across multiple practice areas. This fully in-office role requires excellent organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, handling office correspondence, answering limited calls, arranging meetings and travel, coordinating deadlines, and

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of paralegal, legal assistant, or related law firm experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and document preparation.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support approximately five attorneys across multiple practice areas in-office.
• Assist with preparation of legal documents and handling office correspondence.
• Answer limited phone calls, arrange meetings and travel, and remind the team of upcoming deadlines.
• Coordinate deadlines and ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of legal matters.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure confidentiality and professional conduct.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal assistant

Tools

MS Office

Document management

Timekeeping systems

Legal technology

Docketing programs

Job description

Ireland Stapleton Pryor & Pascoe, PC seeks an experienced, highly organized Legal Assistant for its Fort Collins office. This fully in-office role supports approximately five attorneys across multiple practice areas, each with varying support needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, professional, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. This position plays a critical role in supporting attorneys, maintaining client relationships, coordinating deadlines, ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of legal matters, and in-office service oversight. Additionally, this role will assist with the preparation of legal documents and handle all office correspondence, including answering limited phone calls, arranging meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, let's connect.

Responsibilities

• 3-7 years of paralegal, legal assistant, or related law firm experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and document preparation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, timekeeping systems, and legal technology.
• Familiarity with Colorado e-Filing, PACER/ECF, and electronic calendaring systems.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.
• Commitment to professionalism, client service, and confidentiality.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information and comply with applicable ethical obligations.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office products.
• Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• At least 3-7 years of paralegal, legal assistant, or related law firm experience preferred.

Compensation

$55,575 - $68,250 yearly

$55,575-$68,250 per year