FOR MORE THAN 138 YEARS, WE HAVE BEEN A POWERFUL, INNOVATIVE FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM HELPING TO BUILD THE AMERICAN WEST.

Fennemore isn’t your average law firm. With 17 offices in 5 states and industry-leading job satisfaction, you’ll join a dynamic team setting trends, breaking records, and helping clients and employees thrive. You will be a part of an extraordinary group of individuals who collaborate and find solutions together - a team that is inclusive, makes connections, and brings passion and pride to all they do.

Together, we strive to create an inclusive law firm that upholds respect for each other and our unique backgrounds. We commit on all levels to work together to promote equal opportunity, to understand and value differences, and to foster a dignified and diverse work environment. Fennemore’s commitment to our values translates into the workplace. Law.com named Fennemore the fastest-growing law firm in the U.S., and we consistently have among the best retention statistics in the industry.

Fennemore has an excellent opportunity in our Denver, Colorado office for a full-time LITIGATION LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT to support our growing Denver office.

Responsibilities:

• Heavy calendaring, docketing, and scheduling;
• On-line research (Pacer and other court filings, agency databases, etc.);
• Document compilation, review, proofing, and preparation;
• Coordinates conflict checks and assists with retention letters;
• Interacts with clients telephonically, in-person, and via email;
• Files and organizes legal documents and correspondence under the general direction of paralegals and attorneys;
• Prepares indexes, file backers, labels, electronic closing binders, and trial/case notebooks;
• Submits court filings, including e-filing;
• Tracks attorney CLE;
• Coordinates completion of projects with other firm departments as needed; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of legal administrative assistant experience in litigation;
• Adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality and the ability to carefully handle and protect sensitive information;
• Broad knowledge of federal and state rules of appellate procedure;
• Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours as needed;
• Adaptability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage several projects to completion on a deadline;
• Proficiency in the common collection of Microsoft Office software including Word (e.g., headers/footers, TOA’s and TOC’s), Excel, PowerPoint, and in creating, editing, and manipulating .pdf documents;
• Experience with Relativity software; and
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Total Rewards

• Competitive Base Salary Annual Merit Increases
• On-the-Spot Monthly Bonus Program
• Workplace Flexibility Options
• 401k Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match & Profit-Sharing Component
• Health, Dental and Vision Coverage Employer Premium Contribution
• Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

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PLEASE CONSIDER APPLYING TODAY
Fennemore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all social, economic, and ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply to our positions. Fennemore is dedicated to maintaining an atmosphere that promotes the diversity of personal backgrounds, experiences, abilities, perspectives, and ideas. If your experience and qualifications are close to what you see listed here – even if not a perfect match - please still consider applying. Please let us know if you require assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal assigned responsibilities as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $82,000.00 - $87,000.00 per year