<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join our team in Longmont, Colorado. In this role, you will provide vital support to attorneys and paralegals in a dynamic, detail-oriented services environment. This is a long-term contract position that requires exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to handle sensitive information with discretion.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence to ensure accuracy and a high standard of work.</p><p>• File legal paperwork with courts and agencies, including utilizing electronic filing systems as needed.</p><p>• Manage calendars by scheduling hearings, meetings, deadlines, and appointments.</p><p>• Organize and maintain both physical and electronic client files to ensure accessibility and order.</p><p>• Assist with document scanning, management, and record-keeping tasks.</p><p>• Track deadlines and follow up on tasks to ensure timely completion.</p><p>• Provide administrative support such as copying, mailing, and data entry to assist the legal team.</p><p>• Perform additional duties as assigned to support attorneys and firm operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Paralegal with a foundational understanding of family law to join the team. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to provide essential support to a Sole Practitioner handling sensitive domestic relations matters such as divorce, custody, child support, and adoption. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage cases with professionalism and empathy. Although expertise in family law is not required, familiarity with its basics is preferred.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Draft, prepare, and file various legal documents related to family law matters, including petitions, disclosures, financial affidavits, and settlement agreements.</p><p>• Organize case calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate schedules for hearings, mediations, and attorney appointments.</p><p>• Assist in the discovery process by managing documents, preparing disclosures, and coordinating with clients for information collection.</p><p>• Conduct legal research on family law statutes, case law, and procedural rules to support cases.</p><p>• Maintain effective communication with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.</p><p>• Prepare trial materials such as notebooks, exhibits, witness lists, and other relevant documentation.</p><p>• Ensure that electronic and physical case files remain organized and up-to-date.</p><p>• Collect financial data from clients and assist in preparing preliminary child support and maintenance calculations.</p><p>• Coordinate appointments and mediation sessions with third-party professionals, including evaluators, guardians ad litem, and financial experts.</p><p>• Provide administrative assistance to attorneys as needed to ensure efficient case handling.</p>