Denver: Associate Attorney

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance & flexible spending

Job summary

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP in Denver (Highlands Ranch) seeks associates with 2–5 years of experience in general liability and construction defect litigation. Colorado licensing is required. The firm emphasizes a flexible work-from-home policy and collaboration across offices on diverse matters.

Strong research and writing skills are essential, with experience in insurance defense preferred. Competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in general liability and construction defect litigation.
• Colorado license to practice law is required.
• Excellent research and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lead attorneys on all phases from investigation to trial.
• Assist with pleadings, discovery, and depositions.
• Support case strategy and client communications.

Skills

General liability litigation

Construction defect litigation

Job description

The Denver (Highlands Ranch) office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with 2-5 years of experience handling general liability and construction defect litigation matters.You must be licensed in Colorado - no exceptions.

As the ‘go to’ litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB and the Denver office provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account