What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant (Litigation) position at Goodspeed Merrill?
As our firm continues to grow and expand, we are looking for exceptional team members who want to be part of our success.
The Legal Assistant we need is organized, reliable, and thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment. If you enjoy supporting attorneys, managing case details, and playing a meaningful role in helping clients navigate legal challenges, you will feel right at home here. We are hiring an experienced Legal Assistant to support our Litigation team. We’re a collaborative, growth-oriented law firm that values professionalism, initiative, and delivering excellent client service. If you're looking to join a team where your work truly matters, we want to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- High-achieving team that values collaboration, growth, and enjoying the work
- Visible impact of your contribution on clients’ lives and businesses
Application Process:
Follow the Apply link in this posting. Additionally, All candidates are asked to complete the Culture Index Assessment below (5–10 minutes):
https://go.cultureindex.com/p/YclTkcDUYGaf8yb
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities will include a combination of:
- Provide daily legal and administrative support to attorneys in a busy litigation practice
- Proofread and format legal pleadings, correspondence, and internal documents
- File and serve pleadings and discovery in state and federal courts
- Calendar court deadlines, hearings, trials, and arbitration dates
- Plan team events, make reservations, order meals, and provide other administrative support for team
- Maintain case files, organize client documentation, and manage records
- Coordinate scheduling with clients, attorneys, courts, and third parties
- Communicate regularly with attorneys about deadlines, work status, and client needs
- Answer and route incoming calls and emails with professionalism
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Contribute to firm operations by assisting with team coordination and administrative projects
What We’re Looking For
- At least 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a litigation support role
- Familiarity with Colorado and Federal court systems and civil procedure rules (CRCP/FRCP) strongly preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.)
- Experience with ProLaw, Litify, or other legal case-management systems is a plus
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree a plus
Want to Stand Out?
Let us know if you have experience with:
- Supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously
- Litigation filings and court procedures
- Commercial litigation, construction litigation, mechanic’s liens, HOA litigation, and/or real estate litigation
- Client communication and case coordination
- Trial preparation and discovery management
- Case management software and legal technology systems
We are especially excited about candidates who are dependable, proactive, and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Pay Range - $28.75 – $33.75 / hour (depending on experience)
- Quarterly Bonus Potential - from 8% to 10% of total realized revenue with no billable hour requirements. Bonuses are tied to clear objective metrics, offering substantial earning potential for high performers.
- Medical Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
- Dental Insurance (Employer pays 50% employee only)
- Vision Insurance (Employer pays 50% employee only)
- Life Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
- Short-term Disability Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
- Long-term Disability Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
- 401(k) plan - with Employer matching up to 3.5%
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday pay (9 days / year)
- Notary training & renewal
- Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Life, and Hospital Indemnity options.
Work Location: In person at I-25 & Lincoln, Meridian Business Park
Salary : $29 - $34