Legal Assistant — Trial Support & Client Liaison

Dorsey & Whitney LLP; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with firm contribution

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant for our Trial department in the Denver office. You will provide essential legal administrative support to multiple timekeepers in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities include calendaring, document drafting, billing support, and coordinating travel and meetings. A strong customer-service mindset and 4+ years of related experience are preferred. Office care in downtown Denver with hybrid considerations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of related experience; law firm experience preferred.
• Knowledge of local and federal court rules and procedures.
• Experience with Federal and State Court filing systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills; familiar with Kofax Power PDF.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal administrative support to attorneys; act as liaison for clients.
• Initiate client/matter openings with conflicts checks and engagement letters.
• Track calendars; manage deadlines and follow-up actions.
• Draft, edit, format memos, pleadings, discovery, and briefs.
• Manage docket and coordinate dates with attorneys and paralegals.
• Enter and verify attorney time and maintain firm policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Office suite proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Kofax Power PDF

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant for our Trial department in the Denver office. You will provide essential legal administrative support to multiple timekeepers in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities include calendaring, document drafting, billing support, and coordinating travel and meetings. A strong customer-service mindset and 4+ years of related experience are preferred. Office care in downtown Denver with hybrid considerations.