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Legal Assistant/Paralegal - DENVER
Legal Assistant/Paralegal needed in our Denver office! The Legal Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the Trust and Estates practice group and boosting attorney efficiency by managing information and aiding in the delivery of legal services, including client interactions. This position demands a proactive attitude to ensure tasks are completed on time, exceptional organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to excel in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The Legal Assistant will be expected to track and record their own billable time as applicable. Minimum of three years' experience working at law firm in a Trust & Estates Department. Estate Planning is a plus.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Provide legal administrative support to Trust and Estate attorneys and paralegals
- Responsible for all aspects of client intake, including collection of pertinent information, file opening, and engagement documents
- Answer client calls, route incoming calls, and conduct initial screening for potential clients
- Communicate with clients daily in a professional manner
- Maintain confidentiality of client information
- Prepare probate pleadings and other legal documents
- Marshal inventory and facilitate distribution of assets
- Knowledge of IRS forms, including estate tax (706) and gift tax (709) returns
- Record documents and deeds with courts, including e-filing
- Proofread all documents and correspondence for accuracy
- Billing: prepare invoices, draft cover letters, and send invoices
- Enter time and generate reports as requested
- Calendar and schedule for assigned attorneys
- Assist with initial drafts and revisions of legal documents for attorney review
- Maintain client files, including preparing documents for signings
- Manage information using firm systems, including MS Teams, Word, Excel, iManage, and other platforms
- Communicate with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to provide updates, collect information, and support timely completion of cases and projects
- Strong willingness to learn and ability to quickly follow instructions
- Other duties as assigned
The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 - $80,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Pay reflects the work location and will not fall below applicable minimum wage. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus.
We have great benefits, most of which are effective on your first day:
- Heavily subsidized health insurance premiums
- Our health plan includes Firm paid HSA contributions ranging from $600 and $1,200 annually
- Firm pays 100% of employee only premium for dental and vision insurance and provides inexpensive options for dependents.
- Tax advantaged account options like Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts
- Life Insurance, paid by the Firm
- Long-Term Disability Insurance, paid by the Firm
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 11 paid holidays (in 2026)
- Generous PTO for full-time employees
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) options from day one. Eligible for discretionary Firm matching contribution.
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Salary : $600 - $1,200