Associate Attorney: Workers' Comp & Insurance Defense (Hybrid/Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Continuing legal education (CLE)

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parking

Casual but professional environment

Mentorship and professional growth

Job summary

Ritsema Law in Denver, CO, seeks an Associate Attorney licensed in CO, AZ, or UT to handle workers' compensation defense and related litigation. The role offers hybrid or remote work with opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Ideal candidates will have a JD, bar admission in CO/AZ/UT, and strong research, writing, and communication skills. Salary ranges and benefits reflect a top insurance-defense firm in Colorado.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to Colorado, Arizona, and/or Utah Bar(s)
• Experience in workers' compensation defense preferred
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Bar admission: CO/AZ/UT

Tools

Lexis/Westlaw

Job description

Ritsema Law in Denver, CO, seeks an Associate Attorney licensed in CO, AZ, or UT to handle workers' compensation defense and related litigation. The role offers hybrid or remote work with opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Ideal candidates will have a JD, bar admission in CO/AZ/UT, and strong research, writing, and communication skills. Salary ranges and benefits reflect a top insurance-defense firm in Colorado.