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Corporate Legal Secretary
Denver, CO

H1: Corporate Legal Secretary Job Opening at Law Firm in Denver
H2: Join Our Team at Morrison Foerster LLP

Corporate Legal Secretary Job Description:

- Full-time position at Morrison Foerster LLP, an Am Law 50 law firm with 18 offices worldwide
- Provide high level of client service and support while producing high volume of consistently excellent work products
- Maintain general knowledge of Firm's practice areas and specialized knowledge of assigned attorneys' practice area(s) and clients
- Ensure client service and satisfaction in all areas of position

Responsibilities:

Secretarial Support:
- Manage client relationship with external clients
- Use Firm-provided software to open new matters, prepare engagement letters, and process conflict reports
- Collaborate with Client Account Manager and assigned timekeepers to manage billing process and coordinate client, matter and timekeeper inquiries
- Create, edit, and proofread complex and practice-specific legal documents, forms, and correspondence
- Assist with preparation of Responses to Auditor Requests and Opinion Letters
- Organize and maintain physical and electronic documents and files
- Utilize Outlook to schedule appointments and maintain contacts
- Assist with timenote entry and perform basic legal research using internet resources
- Facilitate client file transfer requests and assist with client disengagements
- Act as proactive mentor for junior staff and new employees

Administrative Support:
- Answer telephones, arrange conference calls and prepare materials for mailing and overnight delivery
- Receive and route deliveries
- Make conference room reservations and coordinate travel arrangements
- Prepare expense reimbursements and arrange for payment of invoices
- Assist with organization and preparation of materials for storage
- Participate in organization and planning of events
- Assist in preparation of marketing materials

Client Service, Confidentiality, and Safety:
- Promote and model the Firm's Client Service Principles
- Ensure compliance with the Firm's Information Handling Policy and General Safety Practices

Qualifications:

- High School Diploma required, Associate Degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 years recent Legal Secretarial experience
- Experience working in various practice groups of a large law firm preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize work, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work under pressure and complete assignments accurately and timely

About Us:

At Morrison Foerster, our culture is defined by our deeds. We are passionate about what we do and how we do it. We operate within a model of respect for our colleagues, their ideas, and the differences that make us stronger. We encourage you to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Salary Information:

- Salary range: $60k - $88k for positions performed in Denver, may vary based on factors such as local market data, applicant's skills and experience, and certain degrees and certifications
- Additional compensation may include discretionary bonus, overtime, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO.






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