Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant - Medical Negligence & General Liability Defense

Location: Downtown Denver, CO

A well-established defense litigation firm in downtown Denver is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced practice focused on medical negligence and general liability defense. This role plays a critical part in ensuring efficient legal operations and delivering high-quality client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional client service through professional communication, scheduling, and meeting coordination

• Offer proactive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals

• Draft, file, and serve litigation-related documents, motions, discovery, and pleadings

• Prepare correspondence and legal memoranda in accordance with firm standards

• Maintain accurate and well-organized electronic client files; document management is a top priority

• Download, file, and manage court documents and pleadings

• Manage attorney calendars and schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings

• Monitor deadlines and proactively notify attorneys of upcoming requirements

• Interact professionally with court personnel, attorneys, and staff

• Process mail, payments, and reimbursement requests

• Maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate strong attention to detail

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Legal Assistant in a defense litigation law firm

• Experience supporting medical malpractice defense or similar litigation preferred

• Education beyond high school or legal-related coursework preferred

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal court systems; Colorado required, New Mexico a plus

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Experience with billing software and online document management systems preferred

• Strong experience with electronic filing in state and federal courts

• Advanced Outlook calendar management skills

• Typing speed of at least 65 WPM

• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Direct hire position

• Salary range: $60,000-$65,000 annually, commensurate with experience

• Benefits include health insurance, dental coverage, and a 401(k) plan

Benefits & Additional Information

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. The program provides flexibility to choose coverage that meets individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave (where required by law), other leave as required under applicable federal, state, or local laws, and holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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