Associate Attorney | Civil Litigation

Jobot; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Structured Career Development

Competitive Salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Jobot, a Denver-based litigation firm, seeks a talented Lateral Associate Attorney to join our Construction Litigation practice. This role offers exposure to complex, high-exposure cases with an experienced team serving a diverse client base in construction and insurance industries.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school and an active Colorado Bar license (or waiver), 3–8 years of civil litigation experience, and strong writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active Colorado Bar license (or waiver).
• 3–8 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in construction, general liability, or insurance defense.
• Excellent writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
• Strong client-facing communication and a track record of meeting billable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Defend builders, developers, contractors, and insurers in construction defect and related litigation matters.
• Draft and review pleadings, briefs, and contracts with strong attention to detail.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice to clients.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners in a team-oriented environment.

Skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Courtroom advocacy

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active Colorado Bar license (or ability to waive in)

Job description

We are a Denver-based litigation firm nationally recognized for our expertise in construction law and insurance defense. Our clients include contractors, developers, insurers, and Fortune 500 companies. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, cost-effective representation while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace.

Why join us?

• Flexible hybrid schedule
• Structured Career Development
• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

Job Details

We are seeking a talented Lateral Associate Attorney to join our Construction Litigation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-exposure cases with an experienced team serving a diverse client base in the construction and insurance industries.

Job Description

• Manage all phases of litigation including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Defend builders, developers, contractors, and insurers in construction defect and related litigation matters
• Draft and review pleadings, briefs, and contracts with strong attention to detail
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice to clients
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners in a team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active Colorado Bar license (or ability to waive in)
• 3–8 years of civil litigation experience, with a preference for construction, general liability, or insurance defense
• Strong writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines
• Client-focused approach with excellent communication skills
• Ability to meet annual billable requirement of 1,800 hours (150 hours per month)

Salary: $130,000 - $165,000 per year

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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