Executive Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Corporate

Executive Legal Assistant/Paralegal – Corporate Goodspeed Merrill is seeking a dynamic and experienced executive assistant/paralegal to support a thriving and growing corporate practice. You will work in partnership and under the direction of attorneys to develop close relationships with clients, establish legal needs, help them understand their options, and support their representation in court and/or negotiations. In this role you will handle legal‑assistant and administrative duties regularly, including scheduling appointments with clients, planning meetings in‑person or online, maintaining calendars, and in most cases supporting multiple attorneys by handling legal research, client billing matters and various legal correspondence. We are looking for candidates with 4+ years of related experience and knowledge, who can think critically, analyze problems, and recommend solutions. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience supporting a corporate practice group. Candidates should be highly detailed and organized with a proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of team members. The successful candidate will be familiar with standard legal concepts, practices, and procedures necessary to support a growing general practice. They will be comfortable relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals with a certain degree of creativity and latitude, while performing a variety of tasks under the general supervision of the practice lead and/or accountable attorney. Skills and Requirements Minimum 4+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal Minimum 2+ years of experience supporting a corporate practice group Experience 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 and 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 Responsibilities and Key Results Manage day‑to‑day activities including documentation of matters Maintain 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 and feedback from clients Contribute proportionately to overall client satisfaction and firm operating goals Why You’ll Love Working Here 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 Compensation and Benefits Pay Range – $38.00 – $43.00 per hour (depending on experience) Medical insurance (Employer pays 100% for employee only) Dental insurance (Employer pays 50% for employee only) Vision insurance (Employer pays 50% for employee only) Life insurance (Employer pays 100% for employee only) Short‑term disability insurance (Employer pays 100% for employee only) Long‑term disability insurance (Employer pays 100% for employee only) 401(k) plan – with Employer matching up to 3.5% Paid Time Off Holiday pay – 9 days per year Notary training & renewal Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Life, and Hospital Indemnity options This posting is for an in‑person role. Goodspeed Merrill is located in the Meridian International Business Center at Lincoln & I‑25 with convenient commutes to the greater metropolitan Denver area. #J-18808-Ljbffr Goodspeed Merrill