Legal Assistant

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national defense firm and the largest minority owned law firm in the United States, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for high-volume first-party/bad faith work to join our Denver office. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role

The Legal Assistant will provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling a high-volume caseload of first-party insurance and bad faith matters. This position requires someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment, managing competing priorities, and maintaining close attention to deadlines and case activity.

The ideal candidate will have prior civil litigation experience, preferably involving first-party insurance, bad faith, or insurance defense matters, and will be able to provide proactive support to a busy legal team. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling first-party insurance and bad faith matters Draft, edit, format, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, discovery, notices, and other legal documents Assist with state and federal court filings and electronic filing procedures Maintain attorney calendars and track court deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and other case-related dates Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, meetings, and conferences Assist with written discovery, subpoenas, records requests, and document production Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files in a high-volume environment Review and organize incoming correspondence, discovery materials, records, and other case-related documents Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, court personnel, and other parties Assist attorneys with deposition, mediation, hearing, and trial preparation Monitor outstanding items and proactively follow up on records, discovery, filings, and deadlines Assist with attorney time entry, billing, and other administrative responsibilities as needed Qualifications Prior Legal Assistant experience in civil litigation required Experience supporting a high-volume litigation practice strongly preferred First-party insurance, bad faith, and/or insurance defense experience strongly preferred Familiarity with Colorado state and federal court procedures and electronic filing systems preferred Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, deadlines, and legal document preparation Excellent organizational and time-management skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel Ability to work independently, anticipate attorney needs, and consistently follow through on assignments Professional, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment Compensation The pay range for this position in Denver, CO is $65,000–$90,000 annually , based on experience.

What We Offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability 401(k) with employer match Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a national law firm To Apply For immediate consideration, qualified candidates should submit their resume.

Compensation

is commensurate with experience. QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-AR1 Join a Team of Difference Makers Joining Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) means becoming part of a team of difference-makers who are passionate about making a positive impact in the legal profession. Our commitment to excellence, diversity, and innovation extends to every aspect of the firm.