Overview

WBA is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Paralegal to provide complex and specialized paralegal support to multiple shareholders and attorneys in our Special District practice. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the legal and statutory compliance of special district clients by drafting and filing documents, tracking statutory deadlines, preparing board materials, and ensuring the seamless flow of information between attorneys, clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, resourceful, and capable of managing complex timelines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to a practice that supports the legal framework of special district governance, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Special District Support
  • Assist with the organization of new special districts, including the preparation of required organizational documents.
  • Prepare and distribute meeting packets, track deadlines, and support the ongoing maintenance of client files.
  • Monitor and track compliance with statutory and constitutional requirements, restrictions, and deadlines affecting special districts, including Secretary of State filings and required annual reporting.
  • Assist clients and attorneys with annual budget preparation, budget amendments, and audit or audit exemption requests, ensuring compliance with state law.
  • Draft legal documents for attorney review, including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, intergovernmental agreements, and policies.
  • Receive, process, and coordinate responses to requests under the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) and other public records requests.
  • Assist with inclusions and exclusions of property from special districts.
  • Assist in preparing draft annual budgets and audits or audit exemption requests; collaborate with attorneys and district accountants as needed.
• Election Administration
  • Serve as or assist the Designated Election Official (DEO) or Deputy DEO, including preparing comprehensive schedules of statutory and constitutional deadlines, coordinating with county officials, and preparing election forms.
  • Monitor all election‑related requirements for each district, ensuring compliance with timelines and term‑limit restrictions for elected officials.
• Client Communications & Records Management
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for special district inquiries from attorneys, staff, consultants, and clients.
  • Manage file maintenance and document organization using the firm’s electronic case- management system to ensure deadlines are tracked and met.
  • Coordinate with third-party vendors, district accountants, and outside consultants on behalf of clients.

Skills and Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a paralegal.
• Paralegal Certificate or a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 (advanced Word functions, Outlook, and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat Pro (e‑signatures).
• Experience with legal billable hours and time entry.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and government agencies.
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict statutory and firm deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated discretion, tact, and ethical responsibility in handling sensitive or confidential information.

Preferred

• Experience in a Special District, Municipal, or Local Government practice.
• Transactional or corporate governance experience.
• Experience with client databases (Practice Master) and electronic document management systems (Epona, SharePoint).

Work Schedule & Location

• Status: Full-time, non-exempt
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm with a 1-hour lunch break.
• Hybrid Work: Primarily remote work with occasional on-site requirements for onboarding/training, meetings, and special projects.
• Office Location: 2154 W Commons Ave, Ste 2000, Centennial, CO 80122

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 – $95,000, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience.
• Bonus: Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Benefits:
  • Health Insurance: Firm pays 100% of the employee premium (base plan)
  • Dental Insurance: Firm pays 100% of the employee premium (base plan)
  • Vision Insurance: Firm pays 100% of the employee premium (base plan)
  • Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability: Firm Paid
  • Life Insurance: Firm Paid
  • 401(k): Safe harbor plan with 3% firm contribution plus discretionary profit-sharing up to 2%.
    Generous PTO accruals
  • 11 firm holidays + 1 week Summer Break+ 1 week Winter Break

How to Apply

Applications should be emailed to careers@wbapc.com and should include a cover letter and resume. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WBA, PC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.