Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Highlands Ranch (CO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with bonuses

Healthcare package

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work from home

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP's Denver (Highlands Ranch) office seeks associates with 2-5 years of general liability and construction defect litigation experience. Colorado licensure is required.

Attorneys will work closely with lead counsel on all phases of litigation, from investigations to trial presentation, with a focus on strategic objectives for clients. The firm emphasizes a flexible work-from-home policy, competitive compensation with the potential for bonuses, and a supportive team

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Colorado (required).
• 2-5 years of experience handling general liability and construction defect matters.
• Experience in insurance defense litigation preferred.
• Excellent research and writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations to trial presentation.
• Collaborate with lead counsel on case evaluation, reporting, discovery, and depositions.
• Contribute to strategy to meet client objectives across a wide spectrum of insurance defense matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Insurance defense

Education

Colorado Bar Admission

Job description

The Denver (Highlands Ranch) office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with 2-5 years of experience handling general liability and construction defect litigation matters. You must be licensed in Colorado - no exceptions.

As the 'go to' litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB and the Denver office provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program

Salary depends on experience.