Segal McCambridge

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd.; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Mentorship

Job summary

Segal McCambridge in Denver seeks a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to support a civil litigation practice in a hybrid role. You will handle administrative tasks and substantive legal work, collaborating with experienced trial attorneys.

The role focuses on multi-state litigation, including general liability and commercial matters, with Colorado state and federal court procedures and e-filing familiarity preferred. Denver-based office with a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or hybrid role within civil litigation.
• Experience with general liability or commercial litigation matters preferred.
• Familiarity with Colorado state and federal court procedures and e-filing systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management and file maintenance.
• Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Manage case files from inception through resolution and track deadlines.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Litigation support

Excellent organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

E-filing systems

Job description

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join our Denver office. This hybrid role is ideal for a candidate who enjoys a blend of administrative and substantive legal work and wants to contribute meaningfully to an active civil litigation practice while working alongside experienced trial attorneys.

This position supports a multi-state litigation docket focused on general liability and commercial matters, including premises liability, first-party property claims, commercial casualty matters, and trucking. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing both legal assistant and paralegal responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

The Role

This position provides both administrative and litigation support to a team of attorneys handling complex civil litigation matters. You will play a key role in keeping cases organized and moving forward while also assisting with substantive legal tasks.

What You’ll Do

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, scheduling, and file maintenance
• Assist with drafting, formatting, and filing pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
• Manage case files from inception through resolution, including document organization and tracking deadlines
• Coordinate and assist with discovery, including document collection, review, and production
• Prepare exhibits, binders, and materials for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial
• File documents in state and federal courts, including e-filing
• Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings
• Communicate with clients, experts, court personnel, and vendors as needed
• Support attorneys with deposition and trial preparation
• Maintain accurate case calendars and ensure compliance with deadlines

What We’re Looking For

• Prior experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a hybrid role within a civil litigation practice
• Experience with general liability or commercial litigation matters strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Colorado state and federal court procedures and e-filing systems
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently

Why Segal McCambridge?

• Meaningful involvement in active litigation matters
• Mentorship and collaboration with experienced trial attorneys
• National platform with cross-office collaboration opportunities
• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
• Hybrid work environment based in our Denver office
• Collegial, team-oriented culture with strong work/life balance

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance and referral programs

About Segal McCambridge

Founded in 1986, Segal McCambridge has grown from a four-lawyer firm in Chicago into a national litigation firm with offices across the country, including Denver, Austin, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, and more. We routinely defend Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation involving insurance coverage and bad faith, product liability, professional liability, construction, employment, environmental matters, and beyond.