Job Description
Job Description
Davis & Ceriani is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team. We are a small law firm situated in downtown Denver. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and work independently. At least two years’ experience managing civil litigation cases is preferred with proficiency in computer programs typical of the legal profession. This is not a fully remote position.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with the preparation, filing, and service of pleadings at the Federal and State levels, to include familiarity with and ability to research various court rules.
• Draft and revise various basic or template pleadings, notices and correspondence.
• Proofread final work product prior to filing or sending to ensure integrity of work product.
• Maintain attorney calendars, inclusive of:
o Calendar and update all case-related dates and deadlines (using both LawToolBox and Outlook).
o Set various appointments, case events (depositions, mediations, etc.), calls, etc.
o Coordinate schedules as necessary with other parties.
o Manage travel arrangements and itineraries.
• Ensure that all pleadings, correspondence, productions, etc. are properly dispatched and delivered; process, file and calendar the same as necessary when received from other parties.
• Responsible for client file setup and maintenance (primarily electronic, paper when necessary), inclusive of ensuring clients receive copies of pleadings and correspondence.
• Transcribe attorney dictation.
• Prepare deposition, hearing or trial exhibits and notebooks.
• Gather documents and facts from in-house files and outside reference sources as requested.
• Time entry as requested by attorneys.
• Answer calls and take messages.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities typical to a legal assistant position as may be assigned.
Skills:
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment.
• Initiative and good communication skills.
• Proficient in use of computer programs typical of the legal profession. Experience with Microsoft Office products required, TABS3 and Worldox experience preferred.
• Ability to edit and proofread documents with attention to detail.
• High attention to detail and pride in work product.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and share task lists within the department.
Pay and Benefits:
• $26 - $30 hourly range
• Available benefits include
o hybrid work option after initial training
o 3 weeks PTO fully accrued after 90 days
o $300 monthly health insurance stipend
o up to $250 annual dental reimbursements
o 401(k) + generous employer match
o STD/LTD
o Parking reimbursements
o Continuing education / professional development
Employment Type:
• Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week
• Hybrid remote schedule after 90-day initial training
Company DescriptionDavis & Ceriani was founded in 1978 by Rick Davis and Gary Ceriani with a friendship and philosophy that has always placed the long-term interests of Davis & Ceriani’s clients first. We are a small civil litigation law firm in Denver with a dedication to excellence.
Company Description
Davis & Ceriani was founded in 1978 by Rick Davis and Gary Ceriani with a friendship and philosophy that has always placed the long-term interests of Davis & Ceriani’s clients first. We are a small civil litigation law firm in Denver with a dedication to excellence.