Paralegal (criminal defense)

Job Description

Trueline’s client, a growing law firm with offices in Colorado and Wyoming, is seeking a Paralegal - Family Law and Criminal Defense to join their team in Inverness, CO. This is an ideal next step for a recent paralegal program graduate who wants hands-on training directly from an experienced attorney and a real path to grow.

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The practice is a mix of family law and criminal defense, including federal misdemeanor cases. Experience isn’t required, and the firm will provide all training. What matters most is a strong educational foundation, sharp judgment, and the professionalism and drive to learn quickly.

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**MUST HAVE A BACHELOR'S DEGREE AND PARALEGAL CERTIFICATE! NO EXCEPTIONS!

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What You’ll Do as the Paralegal - Family Law and Criminal Defense:

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• Support attorneys on family law matters, including divorce and custody, and on criminal defense matters, including federal misdemeanor cases
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• Prepare, organize, and electronically file documents in state and federal courts, including through PACER
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• Track court dates, filing deadlines, and case tasks so nothing falls through the cracks
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• Draft correspondence and routine legal documents for attorney review
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• Organize discovery, case documents, and client information
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• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
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• Maintain accurate, well-organized case files in the firm’s practice management system
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• Help prepare attorneys for hearings, mediations, and other proceedings
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• Support matters across Colorado and Wyoming
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• Learn the firm’s systems and approach, and take on more responsibility as you grow
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Must-Haves as the Paralegal - Family Law and Criminal Defense:

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• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
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• Paralegal certificate
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• A recent graduate of a paralegal program, or up to about 2 years since completing one
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• Sharp, responsible, and professional, with strong judgment
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• Excellent writing, organization, and attention to detail
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• Genuine interest in family law and criminal defense
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• Comfort learning electronic filing systems and legal software
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• Ability to work in the office in Inverness, CO, Tuesday through Thursday
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Nice-to-Haves as the Paralegal - Family Law and Criminal Defense:

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• Law firm, court, or clerking experience, including internships
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• Exposure to family law or criminal law
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• Experience with PACER or federal e-filing
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• Experience with Clio
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• Experience with Colorado court e-filing
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Our Client Offers:

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• Salary of $55,000-$65,000, depending on qualifications
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• Full training and direct mentorship from an experienced attorney
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• A hybrid schedule, in the office Tuesday through Thursday
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• Health and dental insurance, with about 70% of healthcare costs paid by the employer
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• 401(k) with a 3% employer contribution
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• Paid time off
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• A varied practice spanning family law and federal criminal defense
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• Real growth opportunity as the firm expands its Colorado practice
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• Applications accepted through October 25, 2026
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Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

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