Paralegal - Litigation – Denver

Total Rewards:
Competitive Base Salary + Annual Merit Increases
On-the-Spot Monthly Bonus Program
Workplace Flexibility Options
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match & Profit-Sharing Component
Health, Dental and Vision Coverage + Employer Premium Contribution
Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Opportunities for professional development

Fennemore is a full-service business law firm with over 140 years of excellence, and a future defined by innovation. We are not your traditional law firm, and that's on purpose. With offices nationwide, we're breaking growth records as one of the fastest-growing firms in the country. We embrace change, set new standards for how a modern law firm operates, and create environments where both clients and colleagues thrive.

Our people-first philosophy is built on collaboration and creativity. Industry recognition for retention, workplace culture, and job satisfaction reflects that commitment.

We're proud to foster a strong sense of community, a genuine commitment to work-life balance, and a diverse and inclusive work environment where passionate professionals feel valued and supported.
Responsibilities:
Assisting attorneys with complex commercial litigation matters
Collection, organization of, and management of case evidence and other materials, including electronic databases
Reviewing, coding, organizing, and preparing document productions
Drafting pleadings, other court papers, and discovery documents for attorney use
Collection and maintenance of key document collections and witness materials
Research court procedures, materials in related cases, and other investigation materials regarding cases, witnesses, and experts
Trial preparation and support
Communicating with clients, experts, and other third parties
Electronic court filing (state and federal), preparation of materials for same; and
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a commercial and construction litigation paralegal, Colorado preferred
Construction litigation experience is a plus 
A bachelor’s degree and/or a paralegal certificate
Previous law firm experience and/or in-house paralegal experience
Knowledge of civil litigation rules and procedures, including those regarding court filings
Superior organization skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage several projects to completion on a deadline
Conscientious, thoughtful, and proactive approach to tasks and workload management, including establishing priorities, working independently, and taking initiative when appropriate
Proficiency in the standard collection of Microsoft Office applications
Proficiency with collection, production, and management of e-discovery, including substantial experience with litigation support databases (e.g., Relativity, DISCO, Everlaw, etc.); and
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interface with all levels within the firm and externally with clients and other professional advisors, as needed.

PLEASE CONSIDER APPLYING TODAY
Fennemore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all social, economic, and ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply to our positions. Fennemore is dedicated to maintaining an atmosphere that promotes the diversity of personal backgrounds, experiences, abilities, perspectives, and ideas. If your experience and qualifications are close to what you see listed here – even if not a perfect match -- please still consider applying. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodations during any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal assigned responsibilities as needed.
Salary: $90,000-$107,000/year