Legal Administrative Assistant (Temporary, Foot-in-Door)

Pay : $30.00 - $35.00/hour (based on experience)

Overview : Our client, an international law firm in downtown Denver, is seeking a 3-month temporary (potential foot-in-door) Legal Administrative Assistant to support a team of attorneys in a professional environment. This position provides day-to-day administrative and organizational support while working closely with four to five attorneys in their Corporate Business Department. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 + year of Legal Assistant experience in mergers and acquisitions, venture capital, and emerging companies at a large scale national or international firm.

Schedule :

• Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
• 3 days/week in-office (hybrid)
• Assignment Length: 3-months with the potential to extend or be hired on permanently
• Start: ASAP

Duties :

• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements and prepare expense reports
• Assist with the attorney billing process, including reviewing and editing prebills
• Serve as a professional point of contact for internal and external inquiries
• Coordinate conflict checks and assist with new client and matter intake
• Maintain attorney contacts and related communications
• Complete daily time-entry diaries and ensure billable and non-billable time is accurately recorded
• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, memoranda, presentations, and occasional court documents using Microsoft Office
• Proofread documents and correspondence for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain organized electronic and paper files
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Provide general administrative support, including scanning, copying, and other office duties as needed

Qualifications :

• 1 + years of administrative support experience in a law firm environment
• Experience supporting attorneys or legal professionals
• Experience with corporate law, M&A, or EC/VC is a strong plus
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with legal document formatting and proofreading is highly desired
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, client-service-oriented approach
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team
• Strong judgment, accountability, and ability to maintain confidentiality

Parking : Validated garage parking provided.

Dress Code : Business casual, leaning toward business professional attire - no jeans allowed in the office.

J. Kent Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.