Company:
Dentons US LLP
Location: Denver
Closing Date: 17/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Legal Administrative Assistant
Denver, CO, US
Oct 15, 2024
Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for a Legal Administrative Assistant for our Denver office. This position will provide administrative support to primarily Government Contracts and Litigation lawyers in a highly collaborative working environment. This is a hybrid position.
Responsibilities
Responsible for document preparation, editing, and document management
Proofread client materials, working with the document author to provide suggested edits
Perform file maintenance working with the file management system
Work with Billing Coordinator to ensure accuracy with client billing
Cooperate with the Client Services Manager to assist with outstanding invoices and account receivables
Collaborate with timekeepers, proofread, input and/or verify billable time entry
Complete electronic court filings
Review and process incoming/outgoing mail
Maintain client contact, in-person and over the phone
Book and organize travel arrangements and reimbursements
Handle administrative confidential/sensitive firm and/or client information
These duties may be ongoing or ad-hoc in nature
Other duties as may be assigned to fully meet the requirements for this position
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess 5-10+ years of Litigation and/or Transactional experience in a mid to large sized law firm and be proficient in legal secretarial and administrative tasks including, but not limited to, document preparation, proofreading, filing, time entry, expenses, telephone contact, travel arrangements, and calendar maintenance
Must be familiar with local court rules
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize, work independently, and multi-task a must, and possess the ability to work in a high-volume environment
The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and excellent client service
Qualified candidates must be proficient in MS Word, Outlook (including utilization of styles and pleading to format documents), Excel, and PowerPoint; must exhibit strong typing skills and have the ability to learn and quickly become proficient in new computer software programs
Candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication and solid organizational skills
Candidates should also be detail-oriented, able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, have the ability to prioritize incoming/outgoing tasks, and work effectively independently, and within a team
Availability for overtime is required
Salary
Denver Only: $65,000 - $80,000 DOE
Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.
Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dentons US LLP considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at [email protected].
About Dentons
Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com
Nearest Major Market: Denver
Denver, CO, US
Oct 15, 2024
Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for a Legal Administrative Assistant for our Denver office. This position will provide administrative support to primarily Government Contracts and Litigation lawyers in a highly collaborative working environment. This is a hybrid position.
Responsibilities
Responsible for document preparation, editing, and document management
Proofread client materials, working with the document author to provide suggested edits
Perform file maintenance working with the file management system
Work with Billing Coordinator to ensure accuracy with client billing
Cooperate with the Client Services Manager to assist with outstanding invoices and account receivables
Collaborate with timekeepers, proofread, input and/or verify billable time entry
Complete electronic court filings
Review and process incoming/outgoing mail
Maintain client contact, in-person and over the phone
Book and organize travel arrangements and reimbursements
Handle administrative confidential/sensitive firm and/or client information
These duties may be ongoing or ad-hoc in nature
Other duties as may be assigned to fully meet the requirements for this position
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess 5-10+ years of Litigation and/or Transactional experience in a mid to large sized law firm and be proficient in legal secretarial and administrative tasks including, but not limited to, document preparation, proofreading, filing, time entry, expenses, telephone contact, travel arrangements, and calendar maintenance
Must be familiar with local court rules
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize, work independently, and multi-task a must, and possess the ability to work in a high-volume environment
The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and excellent client service
Qualified candidates must be proficient in MS Word, Outlook (including utilization of styles and pleading to format documents), Excel, and PowerPoint; must exhibit strong typing skills and have the ability to learn and quickly become proficient in new computer software programs
Candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication and solid organizational skills
Candidates should also be detail-oriented, able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, have the ability to prioritize incoming/outgoing tasks, and work effectively independently, and within a team
Availability for overtime is required
Salary
Denver Only: $65,000 - $80,000 DOE
Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.
Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dentons US LLP considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at [email protected].
About Dentons
Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com
Nearest Major Market: Denver
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