Legal Practice Assistant - Litigation

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Denver
Jan 02, 2025
Description & Requirements Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to join our Litigation team in Denver, Colorado. This position requires the ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, demonstrate professionalism, and work for multiple timekeepers daily. The successful candidate will deliver excellent work and superior service to the firm and the firm's clients. In addition, the candidate should also be a team player and able to accept constructive feedback and work in a very fast-paced environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: Draft and proofread pleadings and other written materials with attention to detail using professional and technical writing skills and grammar. Schedule and organize meetings, events, and conference calls, working as the liaison between multiple internal departments. Duties include reserving conference rooms, arranging for catering or refreshments, and IT support and equipment as requested. Maintain schedules and calendars for attorneys, keeping them organized. Daily administrative and clerical support to assigned attorneys. Perform a variety of new client/new matter tasks. Prepare electronic expense reports. Arrange travel itineraries and all related correspondence as needed. Redline documents utilizing comparison software. Utilize document management system for both electronic and paper file maintenance and organization. Analyze correspondence and save key documents and emails using a standardized naming convention. Establish and maintain ongoing positive business relationships with clients, attorneys, paralegals, and staff. Research information requested by attorneys and/or paralegals. Present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups of managers, clients, and timekeepers in a professional and timely manner. Maintain complete confidentiality of client matters through demonstrated diplomacy and discretion. Enter attorney time as required. Backup duties for other team members. Contribute to a team environment. REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; bachelor's or associate degree preferred. Must have a minimum of 7-10 years' experience as a litigation legal assistant. Construction and Complex Litigation experience preferred. Ability to work independently and in collaboration on assignments with demonstrated judgment in when to seek assistance. Demonstrated ability to comprehend details and work at a fast pace with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to work assigned schedule with flexibility for overtime as required to meet business needs. Solid time management and organizational skills. Excellent communication, grammar, proofreading and typing skills with a strong emphasis on accuracy. Proficiency in utilizing MS Suite products. Regular data maintenance working with electronic databases and/or Excel spreadsheets; advanced proficiency with MS Excel preferred. Experience with electronic filing and organization using a document management system. State and Federal electronic court filing experience required. Experience with iManage, NetDoc or other document management system preferred. COMPENSATION: $61,000-93,000 is the estimated salary range for this role in Denver, Colorado. Starting salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience. BENEFITS: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Life insurance Disability Insurance Paid Parental Leave 401(k) Plan Paid Days Off/Vacation Firm Paid Holidays *An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer.* You can find jobs in our UK offices by clicking here