Associate Attorney

The Hustead Law Firm; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional work environment

Competitive wages

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The Hustead Law Firm in Denver, Colorado, is seeking an associate attorney with 2-7 years of litigation experience, particularly in insurance-related cases. Candidates should possess a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and a Colorado license to practice law. Responsibilities include investigating claims, drafting motions, and attending court hearings. The firm offers competitive wages, a professional environment, and an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-7 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance related cases.
• Possession of a Colorado license to practice law.
• Ability to use a creative and positive approach in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and defend claims.
• Draft dispositive motions.
• Attend hearings in state and federal courts.

Skills

Litigation experience

Insurance-related litigation

Research and writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to handle fast-paced workload

Education

Doctor of Jurisprudence degree

Job description

Job Description

An established mid-size litigation firm located in the Denver Tech Center is seeking an associate attorney with 2-7 years of litigation experience, preferably with emphasis on insurance‑related litigation such as coverage disputes, personal injury cases, premises liability and construction defect lawsuits, and bad faith claims. The ideal candidate will have experience investigating/defending first‑ and third‑party claims, taking and defending depositions, drafting dispositive motions, and attending court hearings in state and federal courts. Experience drafting coverage opinions and conducting examinations under oath is a strong plus. Excellent research, writing, and independent thinking skills are essential. Candidates will have the opportunity to handle day‑to‑day responsibilities for all aspects of the matters on which they work, from pre‑litigation analysis and client recommendations through trial and appeal.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Litigation
• Investigating/defending first‑and third‑party claims
• Conducting and defending depositions
• Drafting dispositive motions
• Attending hearings in state and federal courts
• Legal research, writing, and independent thinking skills

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree.
• Solid experience in law firms of litigation, preferably with an emphasis on insurance‑related litigation such as coverage disputes, personal injury cases, premises liability lawsuits, and bad faith claims. Construction defect experience a plus.
• Licensure & Certification: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado.
• Ability to handle fast‑paced workload and add value to multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to use a “hands‑on” approach to research, problem‑solving, and client relations.
• Comfortable with technology.
• Creative, positive thinker with a good sense of humor.
• Must be outgoing, collegial, and collaborative.
• Qualifications include distinguished academics from ABA‑Accredited Law School, strong writing skills, a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must.

The Hustead Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of The Hustead Law Firm to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Benefits

The Hustead Law Firm offers a professional work environment, competitive wages, and an excellent benefits package.