Legal Secretary

Fisher Phillips, LLP; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Generous paid time off

Holidays

Telehealth services

Job summary

Fisher Phillips LLP in Denver seeks an experienced Legal Secretary to support our California litigation team. The role is onsite three days and remote two days after 90 days, providing essential secretarial support to attorneys and maintaining client files and calendars.

Required: California litigation experience, 5+ years as a legal secretary, typing 65+ wpm, and proficiency with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Milana, and Concur. Competitive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience as a legal secretary.
• California litigation experience required.
• Familiarity with legal terminology, documents and processes in Litigation.
• Accurate typing at 65+ wpm; shorthand a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office, time entry, e-filing and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Format briefs, pleadings, and legal documents.
• File documents with state and federal courts; e-filing knowledge a plus.
• Proofread documents for accuracy before distribution or filing.
• Maintain client files and attorney calendars (Outlook, Milana).
• Coordinate travel for assigned attorneys; manage timesheets and bills.
• Process reimbursements and mileage; review vendor invoices for payment.

Skills

Litigation experience

Typing speed 65+ wpm

MS Office proficiency

Filing & e-filing

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Lexis Nexis

Pacer

ECF

Milana

Concur

Job description

Fisher Phillips is a place where your ideas matter, your initiative is valued, and your work directly supports the success of employers navigating complex workplace challenges every day.

Our firm is building for the future: strengthening systems, investing in technology, and refining how we deliver exceptional client service. Professional staff here don’t just maintain processes – they help design better ones. If you’re forward-thinking, solutions-oriented, and eager to make a meaningful impact, you’ll find ample opportunity to shape how we work and how we grow.

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in support of our California litigation team in Denver. In this essential role, you will help ensure the smooth operation of our services, directly supporting our attorneys in delivering exceptional client service and upholding our commitment to excellence. This role is onsite three days and remote two days after the first 90 days.

Key Responsibilities

• Formatting briefs, pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Filing of legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge a plus).
• Regularly and accurately proofreads all documents to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to distribution or filing.
• Update and maintaining client files.
• Maintain attorney calendars through Outlook and Milana (i.e. scheduling appointments, calendaring due dates, etc.).
• Organize and coordinate travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
• Accurately entering, reviewing and revising timekeeper timesheets including consistent identification of litigation codes when applicable.
• Preparing attorney reimbursements and mileage.
• Consistently providing friendly and helpful telephone support for assigned attorneys and/or receptionist relief.
• Reviewing and ensuring accuracy of vendor invoices; prepare accurate check requests and timely submit invoices for payment to client or accounting.
• Participate in the timely review and submission of pre-bills and/or client bills.

Requirements

• CALIFORNIA LITIGATION EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
• Minimum of a high school diploma required (College degree is preferred, but not required).
• A minimum of five years of experience as a legal secretary is required.
• Experience with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Milana, and Concur.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and legal processes in the Litigation Department, including the ability to mark and generate a table of contents and table of authorities.
• Accurate typing at a net speed of 65+ wpm (shorthand/speed writing a plus).
• Strong computer proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Document Management Systems, Time Entry, e-filing and database software.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act the hourly range for this position will be: $43.59 - $48.72.

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, we recognize that exceptional talent is the foundation of our success, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external clients. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional yet dynamic environment that leverages cutting‑edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering your professional growth and providing opportunities to challenge yourself in meaningful ways.

We believe in rewarding talent with more than just a competitive salary.

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• generous paid time off
• holidays
• 24/7 telehealth services, a variety of wellness programs, and additional optional benefits designed to support your unique lifestyle.

Your well-being is our priority. At Fisher Phillips, you’ll find a workplace that values your health, happiness, and continued professional development. To learn more about our firm, visit us at www.fisherphillips.com .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Relocation costs are not covered.

Professional development is an integral part of how we operate. As our firm grows, so do the opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and build a career with long‑term potential. You’ll work alongside talented colleagues in a dynamic environment that values practical thinking, innovation, and continuous improvement. We encourage new ideas and empower our professionals to help move the needle.

Because professional growth should be continuous, we offer:

Learning and Development at Every Stage

12 Months of Learning

A program providing staff with monthly access to curated courses and resources designed to strengthen skills, broaden knowledge, and support long‑term career development.

For managers and emerging leaders, this ongoing program offers interactive workshops, tools, and practical guidance to strengthen leadership capabilities, support teams effectively, and make people-centered decisions.

Benefits that Support Your Whole Life

Fisher Phillips Values

Our shared principles guide how we think, collaborate, and deliver, anchoring every decision in what’s right for our clients and each other.