Associate Attorney

Johnson Bakken Smith, P.C.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental

401K matching

Unlimited PTO

Paid bar dues

Professional organization enrollment

Community involvement support

Job summary

Johnson Bakken Smith, P.C. (Denver metro) seeks an Associate Attorney to support litigation from investigation through trial and appeal. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and assist with discovery while collaborating with senior lawyers on case strategy.

The role requires analyzing complex medical and technical materials for persuasive trial presentations. You will manage deadlines, maintain organized case files, and uphold client service standards in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law, with the ability to apply legal principles across diverse litigation matters.
• Knowledge or coursework in torts, negligence, strict products liability, aviation, or construction defect.
• Ability to provide clear, well-reasoned Legal Advice under supervision, focused on client needs and risk assessment.
• Proficiency in legal Research, including case law, statutes, regulations, and technical materials relevant to complex litigation.
• Developing Negotiation skills for settlement discussions, mediation, and client advocacy.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to, or recently completion of the Colorado Bar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail in drafting and editing legal documents.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a litigation team, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Comfort with technology, including legal research platforms, case management tools, and presentation software.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to client-focused service.
• Salary commiserate with experience within $90,000 - $125,000 range.

Responsibilities

• Support litigation matters from initial investigation through trial and appeal in a full-time, on-site role.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and memoranda, and assist with discovery (document review, interrogatories, depositions).
• Collaborate with senior lawyers to prepare case strategy, attend court hearings, and participate in client meetings and communications.
• Analyze complex medical, scientific, and technical materials to help build persuasive arguments and trial presentations.
• Manage deadlines, maintain organized case files, and uphold high professional ethics and client service.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Client communication

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Technical proficiency

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Colorado Bar admission

Tools

Legal research platforms

Case management tools

Presentation software

Job description

Company Description Johnson Bakken Smith, P.C. is a full-service litigation law firm based in the Denver metropolitan area, practicing in state and federal courts nationwide. With decades of collective litigation experience, the firm has prosecuted and defended high-stakes cases involving values in the hundreds of millions of dollars for clients ranging from individuals to large corporations and government entities. The firm focuses on complex litigation, including matters involving catastrophic medical injuries and highly technical issues in construction defect, products liability, aviation, insurance coverage and bad faith. Johnson Bakken Smith, P.C. leverages cutting-edge technology and deep subject-matter understanding to develop effective courtroom strategies and solve challenging legal problems. Team members are encouraged to contribute to delivering strong results and exceptional service for clients.

Role Description The Associate Attorney will support litigation matters from initial investigation through trial and appeal in a full-time, on-site role located in Centennial, CO. Daily responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and memoranda, and assisting with discovery, including document review, interrogatories, and depositions. The attorney will collaborate with senior lawyers to prepare case strategy, attend court hearings, and participate in client meetings and communications. The role also involves analyzing complex medical, scientific, and technical materials to help build persuasive arguments and trial presentations. The associate will be expected to manage deadlines, maintain organized case files, and uphold high standards of professional ethics and client service.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law, with the ability to apply legal principles across diverse litigation matters.
• Knowledge or coursework in torts, negligence, strict products liability, aviation, or construction defect with interest in developing expertise in these practice areas.
• Ability to provide clear, well-reasoned Legal Advice under supervision, focused on client needs and risk assessment.
• Proficiency in legal Research, including case law, statutes, regulations, and technical materials relevant to complex litigation.
• Developing Negotiation skills for settlement discussions, mediation, and client advocacy.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to, or recently completion of the Colorado Bar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail in drafting and editing legal documents.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a litigation team, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Comfort with technology, including legal research platforms, case management tools, and presentation software.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to client-focused service.
• Salary commiserate with experience within $90,000 - $125,000 range.
• Bonus opportunities on a production, billable, origination, and performance basis.
• Health, Vision, Dental, 401K matching, unlimited PTO.
• Paid bar dues, professional organization enrollment, and support for community involvement.