Paralegal (Legal Assistant I) – Civil Litigation and Employment Law

Details

Section:
Civil Litigation and Employment Law
Position Number:
LAA-00012
Salary Range:
$57,708.00 - $68,400.00 Yearly
Apply By:
Monday, June 9, 2025, 11:59 pm
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Work Unit:
Civil Litigation and Employment Law
Job Location:
1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Release Date:
Friday, May 30, 2025
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Position Type:
Classified

Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General!

 

The Civil Litigation & Employment Law Section of the Colorado Department of Law is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its collaborative and mission-driven team! This unique position supports three impactful units: the Public Safety Unit, the Tort Litigation Unit, and the Cross-Unit Litigation Team. Together, these units provide legal services to protect public safety, defend the state and its employees, and support complex litigation across Colorado. From assisting with criminal justice records and open records matters to preparing for trials and supporting high-stakes litigation, this role offers a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional. If you’re a strong communicator with excellent organizational skills and a desire to contribute to public service, we encourage you to apply!

 

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

This Legal Assistant position provides comprehensive support to three legal teams within the Department of Law: the Public Safety Unit, the Tort Litigation Unit, and the Cross-Unit Litigation Team. The role includes organizing and maintaining legal files, supporting attorneys with discovery and trial preparation, assisting in responses to records requests and subpoenas, and facilitating communication between attorneys, clients, and other legal stakeholders.

In addition, this position’s duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Track and report status of legal advice matters, rulemaking processes, and board/commission support for CDPS

• Develop and maintain systems to support discovery and subpoena response management

• Review and redact records in line with legal and confidentiality standards

• Prepare exhibits, trial notebooks, and hearing materials

• Draft, cite-check, and file routine pleadings and motions

• Conduct legal research and assist with formatting tables of authority and contents

• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and witnesses

• Organize and manage case files using legal document management systems

• Monitor case progress, deadlines, and trial preparation timelines

This recruitment may be used to fill other Paralegal positions in the Civil Litigation & Employment Law Section.

Salary note: Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

 

Residency Requirement:

 This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

 

Class Code & Classification Description:

H5E1XX LEGAL ASSISTANT I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:

Paralegal certificate obtained through either an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal studies program or an accredited institution

Substitutions

Two (2) years of work experience in a paralegal capacity which included conducting legal research, preparing drafts of legal documents and gathering and compiling data from legal references and resources will substitute for the required certificate

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school may substitute for the required certificate


If qualifying under the substitution, you will be required to provide a copy of your transcripts.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, is proactive and detail-oriented, and is passionate about supporting meaningful legal work on behalf of the State of Colorado.

Necessary Competencies: Requires proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the minimum qualifications, the preferred applicant will demonstrate some or all of the qualifications below:

  • Paralegal experience managing civil or criminal cases, litigation deadlines, and trial preparation
  • Experience with criminal cases involving subpoenas duces tecum and discovery of forensic laboratory data and results.
  • Familiarity with state and federal court rules, appellate procedures, and administrative processes
  • Experience maintaining litigation dockets and court calendars
  • Proficiency with legal software such as ProLaw and Relativity
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently as well as with team members

 

Conditions of Employment: 

  • Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
  • The CLEL Section offers flexible work arrangements. Please note, flexible work arrangements may change at any time based on business needs.
  • Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Note: Candidates possessing a foreign degree must submit a translation (evaluation) of their degree from an accredited institution, such as The National Association of Credential Evaluations Services in order to be given credit for the degree.

 

Please view the full job announcement for more information, including information about compensation and benefits, and to apply online.