Orion Placement · 1 month ago
Legal Assistant – Plaintiff-Side Class Actions
Orion Placement is a highly reputable plaintiff-side law firm focused on helping injured individuals and consumers stand up to large corporations. The Legal Assistant will support attorneys on wage-and-hour and consumer class action matters, ensuring case files are organized and deadlines are met.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Support attorneys on plaintiff-side wage-and-hour and consumer class action matters in state and federal court
Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals regarding assigned cases and projects
Draft legal documents and assist with filing motions and pleadings following court procedures
Interview clients and witnesses and prepare clear summaries of statements
Organize, maintain, store, and retrieve case files including pleadings, exhibits, depositions, and evidence
Input and update all deadlines, court dates, depositions, hearings, and meetings in the calendaring system
Calculate and double-check deadlines based on relevant rules and statutes
Manage scheduling conflicts and adjustments as needed
Maintain accurate case records and organize documents in a computerized database
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
1+ year of experience as a legal assistant
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organization, attention to detail, and deadline management
Comfortable handling calendaring, deadline calculations, and fast-moving priorities
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment
Proficient with Microsoft Office (or similar tools)
Must live in Colorado
Preferred
litigation support strongly preferred
Bachelors degree preferred (paralegal studies or related field is a plus, not required)
Benefits
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance