Paralegal

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Coombe Curry Rich & Jarvis (CCRJ), a well-established civil defense law firm, is looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to assist our construction defect and civil litigation attorneys. We pride ourselves on our forward-thinking approach and a positive, engaging work culture, and we’re excited to welcome a dedicated and outgoing individual to our growing team!

The ideal candidate will have experience in construction defect cases and a solid understanding of litigation processes within Colorado courts, including rules and procedures for preparing legal documents and trial preparation.

We’re seeking self-starters who can work independently and collaboratively within our support staff team. The successful candidate will be experienced in civil litigation defense cases, specifically related to construction defect. Additional experience with insurance claims and premises liability is a bonus. Our attorneys and support staff are offered hybrid work schedules, so reliability and initiative are very crucial for success in this role and the firm.

This position offers a 3-day in office and 2-day remote schedule in our Denver office. Working knowledge in civil litigation defense cases, construction defect is specifically desired.

• Provide case management and support with litigation trial preparation in complex case files involving multiple parties, experts, and insurers by drafting, reviewing, and preparing pleadings, discovery requests, responses, subpoenas, and disclosure documents in compliance with Colorado and federal rules. Assist in summarizing depositions, organizing trial exhibits, and preparing case evaluations and settlement materials.
• Manage large volumes of construction-related evidence including contracts, change orders, inspection reports, expert opinions, and site photographs ensuring accuracy and accessibility for attorney review.
• Coordinate with experts, consultants, and co-defense counsel to align schedules and discovery responses.
• Docketing, scheduling, and coordination of multiple case deadlines, hearings, depositions, and mediation dates in construction defect matters, which often involve consolidated or multi-case schedules.
• Provide logistical and administrative support during mediations, arbitrations, and trial, ensuring attorneys have all materials organized and ready for presentation.
• Serve as the liaison among attorneys to maintain an accurate docketing system and proactively alert attorneys to approaching deadlines and required filings involving clients, carriers, and experts, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
• Professionally receive, screen, and transmit telephone and conference calls, taking accurate messages for timekeepers, clients, and staff as needed.
• Conduct internet research as directed by timekeeper guidelines.
• Prepare outgoing mail (including boxes/packages for shipment) for timely delivery and arrange messenger services as needed, process and route incoming mail, faxes, and electronic communications upon receipt. Perform tasks including emailing, copying, scanning, and faxing.
• Support miscellaneous tasks and special projects as required.

• Court and Case Management: Solid understanding of court operations and processes, rules and procedures for state and federal courts, drafting of all court documents, filings, disclosures, subpoenas, NOCs, and knowledge of C.R.C.P. Rules 16.2 and 26, electronic filing procedures. Knowledge of Construction Defect Action Reform Act (CDARA) is a bonus.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in CO Courts E-Filing System, PACER, Colorado online filing programs. Experience with TABS and Practice Master is a plus. Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.
• Financial Documentation Expertise: Familiarity with drafting sworn financial statements and mandatory financial disclosures.
• Legal Terminology Proficiency: Strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures relevant to the position.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Have a friendly and supportive approach. Ability to build effective and professional relationships with attorneys, staff, and clients.…