Attorney At Law

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. in Colorado Springs seeks an attorney to represent its client base in personal injury and civil matters.

The ideal candidate will work closely with clients, staff, and senior partners, handle a diverse caseload, and apply excellent research and writing skills with modern technology. Candidates must be licensed in Colorado, have 3–5 years of litigation experience, and demonstrate trial and courtroom readiness.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Colorado bar license in good standing.
• 3–5 years of litigation experience, preferably in personal injury.
• Demonstrated trial and courtroom experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy.
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.
• Client-focused, ethical, and driven to achieve justice.
• Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis).
• Experience representing clients in a law firm.
• Independently manage multiple files.
• J.D. degree with 2 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of personal injury cases from intake through resolution.
• Prepare demands, motions, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents.
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Develop a case strategy and advise clients accordingly.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and insurance carriers.
• Supervise support staff as necessary (e.g., paralegals, case managers).
• Maintain accurate and timely case records using legal case management software.
• Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence.
• Identify client conflicts and determine case strategies with options for resolution.
• Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings.
• Manage administrative assistants, paralegals, and law clerks.
• Provide legal counsel to clients by analyzing their needs and determining a proper course of action.

Skills

Litigation

Trial experience

Legal research

Writing skills

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Job description

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. • Colorado Springs, CO, US

Description

Our law firm is looking for an attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base. The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm’s clients, administrative staff, and senior partners. If you have the ability to handle a diverse caseload, have stellar research and writing skills, can communicate effectively, and use today’s technology well, please start your application today!

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of personal injury cases from intake through resolution
• Prepare demands, motions, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Develop a case strategy and advise clients accordingly
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and insurance carriers
• Supervise support staff as necessary (e.g., paralegals, case managers)
• Maintain accurate and timely case records using legal case management software
• Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence
• Identify client conflicts and determine case strategies with options for resolution
• Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings
• Manage administrative assistants, paralegals, and law clerks
• Provide legal counsel to clients by analyzing their needs and determining a proper course of action

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Colorado and in good standing
• Minimum of 3–5 years of litigation experience, preferably in personal injury
• Demonstrated trial and courtroom experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast‑paced environment with little supervision
• Client‑focused, ethical, and driven to achieve justice
• Public speaking, decision‑making, communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills are necessary for this role
• Well‑versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
• Over 1 year of experience representing clients in a law firm
• Able to work independently while handling multiple files
• Successful completion of accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree with 2 years of related experience

Compensation

$110,000 - $190,000/year

About The Bussey Law Firm, P.C.

Admitted to the Bar in 1991, Timothy Bussey is an experienced criminal and civil trial lawyer who has been a prosecutor, defense attorney, Active‑Duty Judge Advocate with the US Air Force, and a District Attorney in El Paso and Teller County. His knowledge of criminal law can help you through the often‑confusing process of being charged and arrested with felonies, drug crimes, and misdemeanors on or off military bases. Timothy Bussey’s experience as an Active‑Duty Judge Advocate has also allowed him to provide skilled criminal defense to defendants charged on military bases, including Fort Carson, Peterson, Cheyenne Mountain, Schriever Air Force Base, and the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA).