Associate Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Civil Litigation Defense Firm seeks 0-5 year Litigation Associates to join a collaborative team. The role offers a $90,000–$140,000 annual salary and a path toward significant client contact and courtroom experience, with mentorship from partners.

You'll handle depositions, pleadings, and hearings, work closely with senior attorneys, and support a range of civil litigation matters in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar.
• Proven background of successful litigation.
• Excellent analytical and argumentative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court, before government agencies, or in private matters.
• Communicate with clients, colleagues, judges and others involved in the case.
• Conduct research and analyze legal problems.
• Interpret laws and rulings for individuals and businesses.
• Present facts in writing and orally and argue on behalf of clients.
• Prepare and file legal documents such as lawsuits and motions.
• Manage paralegals and legal assistants.
• Develop strategies and arguments for cases.
• Guide and advise clients on appropriate legal action.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Negotiation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

Denver Civil Litigation Defense Firm seeking 0-5 year Litigation Associates.

Salary: $90,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us

My client is growing and is seeking to hire an associate attorney. Their philosophy is that attorneys learn best through mentorship and hands-on experience. In this role, you will work closely with partners, associates, and support staff in a highly collaborative environment. You will have the opportunity to take depositions, attend mediations, evaluate cases, work with experts, draft pleadings, participate in hearings and trials, and interact directly with clients.

Why join us

My client offers a manageable billable hour requirement, along with the opportunity for hybrid work, combining both in-office and remote days. They provide in-house programs at least quarterly, focused on topics relevant to civil litigation. The firm places a strong emphasis on equity, diversity, and inclusion, recognizing that a commitment to EDI makes them more effective advocates for their clients.

Responsibilities

• Representing clients in court, before government agencies, or in private legal matters.
• Communicating with clients, colleagues, judges, and others involved in the case.
• Conducting research and analysis of legal problems.
• Interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Presenting facts in writing and verbally to their clients or others, and argue on behalf of their clients.
• Preparing and filing legal documents, such as lawsuits, appeals, wills, contracts, and deeds.
• Managing and overseeing paralegals and legal assistants.
• Developing strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
• Guiding and advising clients in taking appropriate legal action.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar.
• Proven background of successful litigation.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to make well-reasoned legal arguments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and independently.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.