Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join our Denver office. This hybrid role is ideal for a candidate who enjoys a blend of administrative and substantive legal work and wants to contribute meaningfully to an active civil litigation practice while working alongside experienced trial attorneys.
This position supports a multi-state litigation docket focused on general liability and commercial matters, including premises liability, first-party property claims, commercial casualty matters, and trucking. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing both legal assistant and paralegal responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
The Role
This position provides both administrative and litigation support to a team of attorneys handling complex civil litigation matters. You will play a key role in keeping cases organized and moving forward while also assisting with substantive legal tasks.
What You'll Do
Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, scheduling, and file maintenance
Assist with drafting, formatting, and filing pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
Manage case files from inception through resolution, including document organization and tracking deadlines
Coordinate and assist with discovery, including document collection, review, and production
Prepare exhibits, binders, and materials for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial
File documents in state and federal courts, including e-filing
Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings
Communicate with clients, experts, court personnel, and vendors as needed
Support attorneys with deposition and trial preparation
Maintain accurate case calendars and ensure compliance with deadlines
What We're Looking For
Prior experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a hybrid role within a civil litigation practice
Experience with general liability or commercial litigation matters strongly preferred
Familiarity with Colorado state and federal court procedures and e-filing systems
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently
Why Segal McCambridge?
Meaningful involvement in active litigation matters
Mentorship and collaboration with experienced trial attorneys
National platform with cross-office collaboration opportunities
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
Hybrid work environment based in our Denver office
Collegial, team-oriented culture with strong work/life balance
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings and flexible spending accounts
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off and parental leave
Professional development assistance
Employee assistance and referral programs
About Segal McCambridge
Founded in 1986, Segal McCambridge has grown from a four-lawyer firm in Chicago into a national litigation firm with offices across the country, including Denver, Austin, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, and more. We routinely defend Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation involving insurance coverage and bad faith, product liability, professional liability, construction, employment, environmental matters, and beyond.