Employment Litigation Mid to Sr Associate

Boutique Recruiting; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 245,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work after training

Comprehensive health/dental/vision

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting seeks an Employment Litigation Mid-to-Senior Associate for its Denver office. The role covers Colorado and Montana matters, from pleadings to mediations, advising on federal and state employment laws, and collaborating with partners. Salary ranges from $245,000 to $350,000 annually, DOE.

The ideal candidate has extensive employment litigation experience, strong courtroom skills, and the ability to independently manage complex cases while coordinating with clients and partners.

Qualifications

• Active admission to practice law in CO and MT.
• Minimum of 6 years of employment litigation experience.
• Trial or evidentiary hearing experience.
• Ability to independently manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Experience handling Title VII, wage-related, and harassment claims.
• Strong drafting, discovery, deposition, and motion-arguing skills.
• Excellent academic credentials, writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and client-facing collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation matters in Colorado and Montana from inception through resolution.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and participate in trials, evidentiary hearings, and mediations.
• Represent employers in disputes involving Title VII, wage and hour claims, harassment, and other employment-related matters.
• Advise clients on federal and state employment laws, workplace policies, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft and revise employee handbooks, employment policies, and related documentation.
• Provide employment law training and practical guidance to clients.
• Collaborate with multiple partners and legal teams on a variety of employment litigation matters.

Skills

Employment litigation

Courtroom experience

Deposition skills

Collaboration with partners/clients

Regulatory compliance advisement

Education

Active Colorado and Montana bar admissions

Job description

Position Title: Employment Litigation Mid to Senior Associate

A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Mid-to-Senior Associate to join its Denver office. This role involves managing employment litigation matters across Colorado and Montana, including drafting pleadings, overseeing discovery, conducting depositions, arguing motions, and participating in mediations. The attorney will also advise employers on federal and state employment laws, workplace policies, and compliance matters.

The ideal candidate has extensive employment litigation experience, strong courtroom skills, and the ability to independently manage complex cases while collaborating with partners and clients.

Salary Range: $245,000 - $350,000 / annually, DOE

Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation matters in Colorado and Montana from inception through resolution
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and other legal documents
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and participate in trials, evidentiary hearings, and mediations
• Represent employers in disputes involving Title VII, wage and hour claims, harassment, and other employment-related matters
• Advise clients on federal and state employment laws, workplace policies, and regulatory compliance
• Draft and revise employee handbooks, employment policies, and related documentation
• Provide employment law training and practical guidance to clients
• Collaborate with multiple partners and legal teams on a variety of employment litigation matters

Requirements

• Active admission to practice law in both Colorado and Montana
• Minimum of 6 years of employment litigation experience
• Trial or evidentiary hearing experience
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Experience handling Title VII, unpaid compensation, wage-related, and harassment claims
• Strong experience drafting pleadings, managing discovery, arguing motions, and conducting depositions
• Excellent academic credentials, legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
• Proactive, self-motivated approach with strong client communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions and profit-sharing opportunities
• Flexible paid time off and paid holidays
• Parental leave and additional insurance benefits
• Health savings and flexible spending account options
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Hybrid work arrangement following initial training
• Professional development, mentorship, and long-term advancement opportunities

If you are an experienced employment litigator licensed in Colorado and Montana who is ready to take ownership of challenging cases while advancing your career with a respected legal team, we encourage you to apply.

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