Litigation Legal Assistant

Hustead Law Firm; Denver (CO); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Disability & Life Insurance

Parking

Résumé du poste

The Hustead Law Firm, a Denver-based litigation practice focusing on insurance-related matters, is seeking an experienced litigation Legal Assistant to support multiple attorneys with file and case management.

Ideal candidate has 2+ years in insurance defense litigation, strong writing, organizational skills, and proficiency with e-filing, calendaring, and trial prep. This role demands independence and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience in a law firm
• Familiarity with FRCP, FRAP, and state court rules
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
• High level of organization and time-management
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Self-starter with problem-solving and client-service orientation
• Strong writing and analytical skills to review documents

Responsabilités

• Formatting briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents
• Filing legal documents (electronic and paper) in Federal, State, and Appellate Courts
• Corresponding with clients
• Maintaining attorney calendars
• Monitoring case docket
• Maintaining active case files and closing inactive cases
• Assist in preparing for trial

Connaissances

Litigation experience

FRCP/FRAP knowledge

MS Office suite

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Client service

Description du poste

Job Description

Job Description

Law firm located in the Denver Tech Center is seeking an experienced litigation Legal Assistant to assist multiple attorneys with all aspects of file and case management. 2+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation is preferred. Ideal candidate must work well independently as well as a contributing member of a team; have excellent written and oral communication skills, experience with e-filing, calendaring, scheduling, preparing disclosures, and deposition and trial prep. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are also essential in addition to working well under pressure and in a fast-paced atmosphere.

** Duties/Responsibilities**

• Formatting briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents
• Filing legal documents (electronic and paper) in Federal, State, and Appellate Courts
• Corresponding with clients
• Maintaining attorney calendars
• Monitoring case docket
• Maintaining active case files and closing inactive cases
• Assist in preparing for trial

** Required Skills/Qualifications:**

• 2+ years of litigation experience in a law firm, supporting multiple attorneys
• Familiarity with common litigation documents, including complaints, answers, notices of appearance, motions, miscellaneous notices, and orders
• Knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP), Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure (FRAP), and state court rules
• Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• High level of organization and time-management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize competing demands
• Self-starter with good problem-solving skills while maintaining client service orientation.
• Must possess strong writing and analytical skills to independently review documents.
• Responds promptly to attorney and client requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently and to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.

** About The Hustead Law Firm**

The Hustead Law Firm represents insurers and fidelity and surety bonding companies throughout the Rocky Mountain region, offering its clients the quality, sophistication and experience of a large law firm, with the attentiveness and cost-effectiveness of a legal boutique.

** The Hustead Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

It is the policy of The Hustead Law Firm to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

** Benefits**

The Hustead Law Firm offers a professional work environment, competitive wages, and an excellent benefits package.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Parking
• And more!

** Position Salary Range**

$50,000 to $70,000 Depending on experience

Company Description

An established mid-size litigation firm located in the Denver Tech Center, who focus' on insurance-related litigation such as coverage disputes, personal injury cases, premises liability and construction defect lawsuits, and bad faith claims.

Company Description

An established mid-size litigation firm located in the Denver Tech Center, who focus' on insurance-related litigation such as coverage disputes, personal injury cases, premises liability and construction defect lawsuits, and bad faith claims.