Legal Assistant - Litigation

About the role

This position provides advanced legal and administrative support to attorneys, paralegals, peers, and other colleagues in coordination with the Commercial Litigation and Labor & Employment Practice Group Legal Team.

Responsibilities

• Manages the business intake process - runs adversary searches, drafts screening memos and engagement letters, and opens new files.
• Prepares, revises, and formats legal documents and correspondence using various software applications and according to instructions; proofreads documents/correspondence for content, spelling, grammar, language usage, and punctuation and puts into final form.
• May transcribe digital audio files to create written transcripts of recorded information.
• Prepares documents and applicable fees for electronic filing as needed and according to instructions. E-files documents with federal and state courts and other agencies.
• Supports client activities and provides direct contact client assistance and support.
• Maintains and manages attorney/paralegal calendars - docket court deadlines, conferences, teleconferences, depositions, other meetings as requested.
• Affords support as needed with in-office tasks/requests, projects, overflow work, administrative work, and other duties as required to support and aid in the workloads of attorneys, paralegals, peers, and other colleagues throughout the firm.
• Navigates workflow technology with a high level of skill and partners with central team for maximum efficiency and quality.
• Effectively manages workflow and priorities.
• Proactively supports the team and demonstrates a positive and collaborative approach to working with others.
• Serves as a resource to teammates.
• May manage logistics for internal and external meetings.
• May liaise with courts.
• Performs additional duties and tasks assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to supporting the firm’s overall objectives.

Competencies

• Communication - Understands the importance of and demonstrates verbal, written, and non-verbal communications.
• Customer/Client Experience - Creates a consistent and exceptional experience for others, whether directly to external clients/customers or indirectly through internal support, that elevates the overall perception of the firm.

Job Qualifications (Education, Experience and Certification)

• High school education with four (4) years legal assistant experience, or two (2) years legal assistant training plus at least two (2) years legal assistant experience.
• Advanced legal assistant skills, including accurate typing; working knowledge of personal computers; strong knowledge and skills in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; excellent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading skills; and advanced knowledge of legal terminology.
• Strong knowledge of iManage, iCompli, Intapp, Chrome River, Expert Time, and CompuLaw, or similar software.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local court rules.
• Advanced knowledge in one or more specialty areas preferred (i.e., litigation, corporate, tax, intellectual property, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to deal with a wide variety of people inside and outside the firm.
• Excellent organizational skills to handle the work of several attorneys/paralegals.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to handle a variety of responsibilities under general supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods.
• Manipulate (lift, carry, move) weights of at least ten (10) pounds.
• Have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement to work on a computer and/or related office equipment.
• Speak clearly and concisely so listeners can understand.
• Regularly understand the speech of another person.

Work Environment

• Professional office atmosphere.
• Exposure to computer screens.

Schedule

This position is required to be in-office Mondays through Fridays to support work needs.

Compensation

Holland & Hart offers of employment take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market, and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. A discretionary bonus may be available based upon performance.

Application Window

The application window is anticipated to close on or after Monday, July 27, 2026. Holland & Hart reserves the right to close the position prior to or after this date.

Benefits

• Holland & Hart works hard to promote work/life balance with a 37.5-hour scheduled work week for most staff employees, a robust wellness program, and generous PTO and holiday pay for eligible employees.
• Full-time employees become eligible for benefits on the date hire, with a benefits offering that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD.
• Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match.
• In addition, the firm has programs that may provide for educational assistance, free or discounted legal services, and opportunities through the Holland & Hart Foundation, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating volunteer opportunities for lawyers, staff, families, and friends of Holland & Hart LLP.
• Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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