Junior Paralegal

Jr. Paralegal – Litigation Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell (“WTO”) was established in 1998 and currently numbers more than 100 lawyers. The firm represents sophisticated clients in high-stakes civil trials, appeals, and related litigation ranging from complex commercial to class actions to catastrophic torts. WTO lawyers have taken more than 1,100 trials and, arbitrations to verdict or award and hundreds of appeals to opinion in 45 states and Washington D.C., with exceptional results for our clients Summary/Objective The firm seeks candidates who are passionate about high-stakes litigation and trial work, dedicated to delivering exceptional client service, and have a minimum of 3 years of legal experience. This position offers a unique opportunity for candidates seeking to expand their defense litigation expertise through hands‑on experience and mentorship from experienced litigation paralegals. Responsibilities Independently manage smaller matters while supporting Senior Paralegals on complex, high-stakes cases. Develop, maintain, and refine processes for the initial review of incoming cases to integrate materials into standard firm systems. Calculate, docket, and monitor deadlines by researching and applying court rules across multiple jurisdictions to ensure accurate calendaring and compliance. Maintain meticulous and organized case files, while adhering to established firm systems, processes, and naming conventions. Prepare legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests, and other litigation documents with meticulous accuracy. Schedule and coordinate medical examinations, depositions, mediations, and court appearances. Analyze, review, and organize documents and data from materials produced during discovery; prepare/coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests. Prepare cases for trial and attend as necessary. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required, or an equivalent combination of education, certifications, and relevant work experience, along with a paralegal certificate obtained before or within a specified period after hire. Requires a minimum of 3 years of legal experience. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage workloads effectively while maintaining a positive attitude. Experience working with federal/state court litigation cases. Proficiency in using legal research tools, including Westlaw. Experience with iManage or a similar document management tool, as well as Relativity and other eDiscovery platforms. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize a high-volume workload to meet time‑critical deadlines. Strong Communication & Analytical Skills. Experience in calendaring all deadlines and researching court specific rules. Demonstrated ability to manage time and workload efficiently, which includes recording all billable time spent on case files and client matters. Work Environment The team atmosphere is fostered not only by the lawyers, but by all members of the support staff. Our firm’s employees are proud of collaborating to service firm clients. Our commitment to teamwork allows us to tap multiple fields of experience from our range of practice areas, ensuring our ability to meet each client’s individual needs. Our team approach enables us to analyze a situation from several points of view until we uncover the advantage that makes the difference for our client. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including lunch hour. This is a full time position working from our Denver office. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the hourly pay rate when the employee works more than 40 hours in a Sunday through Saturday work week. It is important to note that this is a hybrid position, requiring you to work three days in the office with the option of working two days from home following an initial on‑boarding period. Travel Travel is limited and primarily local during the business day, although some out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be needed to attend conferences or other professional functions. Salary Range: $67,000 – 80,000 annually. The final salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Additionally, the firm provides standard benefits including health insurance, 401(k) contribution, and paid time off, with annual bonus potential based on firm performance. Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. An Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the firm to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our firm. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr