Associate Attorney — Workers' Comp Defense (Hybrid/Remote)

Ritsema Law; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health, dental, and 3/3?

Retirement savings plan with employer

Continuing legal education (CLE)

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship opportunities for newer ass

Paid time off, holidays, and flexible

Paid garage parking

Casual but professional work env

Job summary

Ritsema Law in Fort Collins, Colorado, seeks an Associate Attorney to join our growing team. The firm represents employers and insurers in workers' compensation and related matters, and offers flexible hybrid or remote work depending on location.

The ideal candidate is a licensed attorney in Colorado, Arizona, or Utah, with strong research, writing, and analytical skills, and the ability to manage cases independently as part of a collaborative team. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Colorado, Arizona, and/or Utah State Bar(s).
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience drafting and reviewing legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs in workers' compensation matters.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Manage client communications and provide legal advice on workers' compensation claims.
• Develop case strategies and arguments to advocate for clients.
• Participate in client meetings, settlement negotiations, and administrative proceedings.
• Ensure compliance with all legal standards and regulations.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Lexis/Westlaw

Job description

Ritsema Law in Fort Collins, Colorado, seeks an Associate Attorney to join our growing team. The firm represents employers and insurers in workers' compensation and related matters, and offers flexible hybrid or remote work depending on location.

The ideal candidate is a licensed attorney in Colorado, Arizona, or Utah, with strong research, writing, and analytical skills, and the ability to manage cases independently as part of a collaborative team. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.