Executive Legal Assistant Corporate

Overview

Goodspeed Merrill (GM) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Assistant to support a thriving and growing Corporate practice. Work in partnership and under the direction of attorneys at Goodspeed Merrill to develop close relationships with clients, establish legal needs, help them understand their options, and support their representation in court and/or negotiations.

• Manage day to day activities including documentation of matters in Pro Law
• Calendar deadlines, court hearings/trials, and arbitration deadlines/hearings
• Provide organization to client documents and related documentation
• Communicate with Attorneys and/or Partners on work status and client issues that arise
• Achieve positive reviews/feedback from clients
• Proportionately contribute to overall client satisfaction and firm operating goals

• Minimum 4+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant
• Minimum 2+ years of experience supporting a corporate practice group
• Experience in working concurrently with multiple attorneys in a practice
• Knowledge of and experience with both Colorado and Federal court systems and the Rules of Civil Procedure (CRCP/FRCP)
• Bachelor's degree is a plus
• County court experience is also desirable
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Detail oriented and organized
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with and or ability to learn systems necessary for the practice of law (Pro Law, MS Office, MS Teams, etc)

• $38 - $43/hour depending on experience, may be eligible for a bonus
• A client first mindset and willingness to put in extra effort as client priorities dictate
• A culture of high achievement while enjoying the work and the people you work with
• Flexibility in how we operate, intended to accommodate a growing and dynamic law firm environment

• Medical, Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability (100% employer-paid)
• Dental & Vision (50% employer-paid)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity
• Generous PTO
• Paid Parental Leave

This posting is for an in-person role. GM is located in the Meridian International Business Center at Lincoln & I-25 with convenient commutes to the greater metropolitan Denver area.

As part of the application process, you must complete the Culture Index Survey linked below. This should only take 5 minutes to complete: