Jr. Litigation Manager & Liaison
Denver, CO
Job Description
The Jr Litigation Manager is responsible for overseeing the management of litigation cases from initiation to resolution. This role involves managing a team of legal professionals and administrative staff to ensure the efficient and effective management of all aspects of the litigation process. You will collaborate with attorneys/paralegals/leads in the mass tort process, work closely with clients, develop client case specific proof required to sustain a claim, assist clients with understanding the litigation and claims resolution process, relay the advice and counsel of the attorneys to clients
Essential Job Functions:
- Manage the entire lifecycle of litigation cases, from intake to resolution, ensuring all deadlines are met and all necessary paperwork is filed.
- Conduct research and review case files to determine the best course of action and provide recommendations to attorneys.
- Coordinate and supervise the work of paralegals, legal assistants, and other support staff to ensure all tasks are completed accurately and on time.
- Utilize project management skills to manage multiple cases simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Collaborate with attorneys to prepare for litigation, including researching relevant laws and drafting legal documents.
- Provide executive administrative support to attorneys, including managing schedules and coordinating travel arrangements.
- Write reports and other legal documents, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
Skills
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Excellent data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience with contract negotiation and review.
- Experience providing executive administrative support to attorneys.
- Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft legal documents.
- Strong clerical skills with the ability to manage complex case files.
- Strong proficiency with Excel
- HS Diploma required, AA or BA preferred
- Paralegal Certificate preferred
- Ability to work overtime as needed
Position requires Legal Industry and Project Management experience. A law firm or medical industry experience preferred. High school diploma required and Associate's degree or paralegal certificate preferred. Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English. Scheduled work hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Able to work overtime if needed.
Salary range: $60,000-$65,000/per year based on skillset and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K matching plus quarterly performance-based bonuses.
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Wagstaff Law Firm. To apply, please email [email protected] with your resume, or apply directly on LinkedIn
Equal Employment Opportunity
Wagstaff Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wagstaff Law Firm provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local law.