Meredith Taylor

About Meredith Taylor

I manage operations for Ogletree Deakins’ offices in Denver, CO, and Seattle, WA. Overseeing all aspects of financials, HR, facilities, and culture. With extensive experience in legal administration, marketing, and team leadership, I’m dedicated to building efficient, people-focused workplaces that empower teams to excel. My approach blends strategic insight with hands-on problem-solving to drive collaboration, performance, and operational excellence. I’m passionate about tackling challenges, streamlining processes, and finding innovative ways to make the workplace run more smoothly and effectively.I am proud to say that I serve on the Board of Directors of the Puget Sound Chapter Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) as President 20••••26.Previously, I served as:20••••25 board years as President Elect. 20••••24 board years as VP of Diversity and Inclusion.2020–2022 board years VP of Communications.I am also an active member of the Mile High Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA).Other memberships: Association of Legal Administrators: National and SHRM.org; Society for HR Management; and Toastmasters International.

Experience

1. Office Administrator

   Ogletree Deakins

   Apr 2025 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   I direct and oversee the daily operations to ensure offices function efficiently and effectively. I manage all aspects of local Human Resources, including recruitment, training, performance management, policy administration, and employee relations for both legal and non-legal staff. My responsibilities include setting compensation, conducting orientations and training sessions, administering benefits programs, leading annual performance reviews, developing and implementing office procedures, and handling all personnel matters to maintain a positive and compliant workplace culture.