Legal Administrator

Legal Office Administrator

Our client, a leading law firm with office in Denver is seeking a seven plus years experienced law office manager. The legal administrator will serve as a key operational leader, acting as a primary point of contact and helping ensure the office runs efficiently on a day-to-day basis.

This role partners with attorneys and staff to assess support needs, coordinate office and client events, and ensure team members have the tools, resources, and training needed to perform effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and supervise administrative support staff, including legal support and front desk/office services personnel
• Manage the onboarding and offboarding process for attorneys and staff
• Conduct annual performance reviews for designated support staff
• Assist with compensation review processes, including salary analysis for annual increases
• Address employee relations matters, including coaching, counseling, and disciplinary actions, in partnership with leadership as appropriate
• Lead staff meetings and promote a collaborative, positive office culture
• Build and maintain strong working relationships among attorneys, staff, and office leadership
• Coordinate office moves, renovations, and space-related changes with internal departments
• Partner with leaders and cross-functional teams to support efficient day-to-day office operations
• Support office leadership with overall office management and budget coordination
• Serve as a liaison across office locations to assist with implementation of policies, procedures, and culture initiatives
• Work with facilities and building management to address maintenance and operational needs.
• Collaborate with department leaders regarding support for in-office staff.
• Arrange backup coverage for essential office functions, including reception and other critical support areas
• Partner with leadership, marketing, attorneys, and staff to plan and execute office, practice group, and client events
• Oversee hospitality and office services support related to event coordination and coverage

Qualifications

• Strong administrative, operational, and leadership skills, with the ability to provide guidance and support across multiple levels of the organization
• Willingness and ability to travel between office locations as needed.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• Five plus years of law office management experience is required.