Associate Attorney

Burnham Law Firm; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company matching 401(k)

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Company-paid CLE credits

Monthly lunch-and-learn sessions

Job summary

Burnham Law Firm in Centennial, Colorado is hiring an Associate Attorney. This full-time role involves representing clients in domestic relations and civil litigation. Candidates should have a Juris Doctor degree, a Colorado law license, and at least 2 years of legal experience. The firm offers competitive pay ranging from $120,000 to $150,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, paid leave, and professional development opportunities. A hybrid work model is available, emphasizing work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience practicing law.
• Active license to practice law in Colorado.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Professional, organized, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in domestic relations, civil litigation, and/or criminal matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents.
• Attend hearings, conferences, and mediations.
• Manage case deadlines, filings, and documentation.

Skills

Legal writing

Communication

Advocacy

Case management

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Tools

Westlaw

Filevine

Microsoft Office

Job description

Now Hiring: Associate Attorney

Location: Centennial, Colorado / Hybrid Working Environment
Practice Area: Domestic Relations or Civil Litigation with Criminal Experience Preferred
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Managing Partner or Partner
Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000, depending on experience

About Us

At Burnham Law, we are committed to providing the highest level of excellence in client representation while fostering a workplace that values professionalism, autonomy, collaboration, and work‑life balance. We believe that exceptional client service starts with a supported and motivated team, and we are proud to create an environment where employees can grow, collaborate, and succeed.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Associate Attorney to join the team. The ideal candidate will have experience in either domestic relations or civil litigation, with criminal law experience strongly preferred.

This role requires strong legal writing, communication, advocacy, and case‑management skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced legal environment. The successful candidate will handle client communication, draft, conduct legal research, appear in court, and support all phases of the process while helping us maintain the high standard of client representation our firm is known for.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in domestic relations, civil litigation, and/or criminal matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategies
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and other parties
• Attend hearings, conferences, mediations, depositions, and other court‑related proceedings
• Mange case deadlines, filings, and documentation
• Assist with discovery, trial preparation, negotiations, and settlement discussions
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff to provide excellent client representation

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience practicing law
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Colorado
• Experience in either domestic relations or civil litigation
• Criminal law experience strongly preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Professional, organized, and detail‑oriented
• Comfortable appearing in court and interacting with clients
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Preferably proficient with legal research tools (Westlaw), case‑management software (Filevine), and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Company matching 401(k)
• Medical, dental, vision, and other ancillary benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Company‑paid parental leave benefit, in accordance with firm policy and in addition to any applicable state or legally required leave benefits
• Bonus opportunities
• Company‑paid CLE credits
• Company‑paid Colorado Bar Association dues
• Company‑paid attorney registration Dues
• Company‑paid quarterly luncheons
• Monthly lunch‑and‑learn sessions to support professional growth and mental wellness
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Emphasis on work‑life balance
• Flexible work arrangements

Work Environment

This position may be performed remotely (within the state of Colorado), in a hybrid arrangement, or on‑site, depending on the needs of the firm, clients, and assigned cases. The role offers flexibility; however, during the first 90 days of employment, the Associate Attorney is expected to be in the office as much as possible for onboarding, training, and integration with the team. The typical workday is Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM.

Office Location:
12737 E. Euclid Dr.
Centennial, CO
80111

Equal Employment Opportunity

Burnham Law is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.