AAG: Labor & Appellate Attorney – Public Service

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

On-site fitness center

Flexible work schedules

Professional development opportunities

Counseling services

Attorney registration dues paid

CLE opportunities

Job summary

The State of Colorado Office of the Attorney General’s Labor Unit seeks a collaborative attorney to handle labor and employment matters, including appellate litigation and general counsel duties for key state departments. The role offers growth, diverse clients, and a collegial team.

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Colorado, possess strong writing and communication skills, and be prepared for a mix of litigation and advisory work.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Colorado.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Appellate litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in labor/employment or tax law desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal compliance for CDLE, DPA, and BAA.
• Handle litigation at trial and appellate levels.
• Draft formal and informal opinions, and draft and interpret rules and policies.
• Write appellate briefs and engage in oral arguments before appellate courts.

Skills

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Appellate litigation

Education

Colorado Bar admission

Job description

The State of Colorado Office of the Attorney General’s Labor Unit seeks a collaborative attorney to handle labor and employment matters, including appellate litigation and general counsel duties for key state departments. The role offers growth, diverse clients, and a collegial team.

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Colorado, possess strong writing and communication skills, and be prepared for a mix of litigation and advisory work.