Legal Secretary

Litigation Legal Assistant – Intellectual Property

Our client, a highly respected and established law firm in downtown Denver, is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support its sophisticated Intellectual Property practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and supporting attorneys on complex matters.

Provide high-level legal and administrative support to attorneys and paralegals within a busy IP litigation practice.

Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.

Handle electronic filings with federal and state courts, including preparation of filing documents and applicable fees.

Manage attorney and case calendars, including court deadlines, depositions, hearings, conferences, and meetings.

Assist with new business intake, engagement letters, conflict searches, and file opening.

Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other outside contacts.

Manage competing priorities and deadlines while providing proactive support to the legal team.

4+ years of legal secretary/legal assistant experience in litigation is required.

Hands-on federal court filing experience is required.

Intellectual property litigation experience is a strong plus but not required.

Strong knowledge of federal and state court procedures and deadlines.

Excellent Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat skills.

Exceptional proofreading, organizational, communication, and time-management abilities.

Experience with iManage, CompuLaw, Intapp, Chrome River, or similar legal technology is a plus.

Ability to confidently support multiple attorneys and manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a sophisticated legal team offering a hybrid work environment, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with highly regarded attorneys on complex litigation matters. This is an ideal position for an experienced litigation legal secretary looking for a long-term opportunity with a well-established Denver law firm. The firm offers a very competitive pay and excellent benefits. If you are qualified for this position, please email your resume to Director, mala.saraogi@roberthalf[dot][com] for immediate consideration!

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in a legal secretary or legal assistant role supporting litigation matters.
• Demonstrated experience handling electronic filings in federal court is required.
• Strong understanding of both federal and state court procedures, rules, and filing deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent proofreading, organization, written communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to support multiple attorneys confidently in a fast-paced, deadline-sensitive environment.
• Experience with intellectual property litigation is preferred.
• Familiarity with legal technology such as iManage, CompuLaw, Intapp, Chrome River, or comparable systems is a plus.

Compensation

$85,000.00-$90,000.00 Yearly

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