Executive Assistant (Litigation & Employment)

Goodspeed Merrill•Englewood, CO

12d•$38 - $43•Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Assistant we need is proactive and lives to optimize the effectiveness of a high-powered team. If you are detail-driven and eager to be deeply integrated into the day-to-day operations of a thriving legal practice, then you’ve come to the right place. We are hiring an experienced Executive Assistant to support three partners in our Litigation and Employment practices. We’re not a traditional law firm — we’re a fast-growing, collaborative team that loves solving complex problems and helping clients achieve big results. If you want to be part of a team like that, then you should consider joining us. Why You’ll Love Working Here Hourly pay: $38.45 - $43.25/hour depending on experience, may be eligible for a bonus High-achieving team that values collaboration, growth, and enjoying the work While this position would be considered primarily in-person role based in our office, the possibility of hybrid/remote working is available depending on the partners’ needs and your experience and performance

Requirements

At least 4 years of Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders, partners, or executives (law firm strongly preferred)
Experience supporting litigation or employment law professionals is a major plus
Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and follow-through
Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with clients, legal teams, and external parties
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
High level of discretion, professionalism, and judgment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, document management systems, and legal calendaring
Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree or relevant administrative/executive support certification or experience preferred

Nice To Haves

Supporting multiple partners or senior executives simultaneously
Screening new client calls and supporting intake processes
Litigation or employment practice support
Complex calendaring and deadline management
High-volume administrative or legal operations
Coordinating with courts, clients, or opposing counsel
Several aspects of the role will especially value candidates who are proactive, systems-oriented, and comfortable supporting high-demand practices.

Responsibilities

The primary function of the Executive Assistant will be to help the three Litigation and Employment Partners to focus on their practices, business development, and management/mentorship
Own complex calendaring, scheduling, coordination, travel arrangements, and rescheduling across a high-volume legal practice
Prepare, refine, and support presentations, PowerPoints, and client-facing materials
Provide high-level administrative support to three partners in busy Litigation & Employment practices
Field and screen new client phone calls to assess potential fit and route appropriately
Draft, edit, and prepare correspondence, presentations, and internal documents
Coordinate communications between attorneys, clients, and third parties
Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Support billing, time entry, expense reporting, and partner administrative needs
Prepare materials for client meetings and internal strategy discussions
Anticipate partner needs and proactively remove administrative bottlenecks
Assist in onboarding tasks, team coordination, and occasional office-management support