Litigation Attorney

CyberCoders; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability and Li

Life Insurance

Parking

And more!

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a motivated Litigation Attorney to join our civil defense practice in Denver. You will manage a docket across insurance defense, personal injury, and premises liability from intake through trial.

The ideal candidate has a JD, 3+ years of litigation experience, and strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. You will handle depositions, discovery, settlements, and trial preparation while advising clients and insurers.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with bar admission.
• 3+ years of litigation experience; insurance defense preferred.
• Experience defending personal injury and premises liability claims.
• Strong trial and deposition experience; able to handle hearings independently.
• Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Proficiency with e-discovery tools and MS Office; comfortable with remote hearings.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation caseload, including defense work.
• Draft, file, respond to pleadings and discovery; support litigation strategy.
• Conduct legal research and develop defense strategies.
• Take and defend depositions; prepare witnesses.
• Handle discovery and e-discovery; meet-and-confer obligations.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in ADR including mediation/arbitration.
• Prepare cases for trial; develop themes, exhibits, and jury instructions.
• Communicate with clients and insurers; provide case updates.
• Manage case budgets and billing; report to clients and leadership.
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with team.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation advocacy

Client communication

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

e-discovery tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Electronic filing

Remote hearings

Job description

Litigation Attorney

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Litigation Attorney to join our busy civil defense practice. The attorney will manage a docket of matters across insurance defense, personal injury, and premises liability cases, representing clients at all stages of litigation from intake through trial and appeal. The ideal candidate will combine strong litigation skills, sound judgment, and client-focused communication to achieve efficient, favorable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters including insurance defense, personal injury, premises liability, and related defense work.
• Draft, file, and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other court papers; prepare briefs and memos to support litigation strategy.
• Conduct case investigation, legal research, and analysis to develop defense strategies and identify potential exposure.
• Take and defend depositions, consult with experts, and prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Handle all aspects of discovery and e-discovery, including document review, privilege logs, and meet-and-confer obligations.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in alternative dispute resolution including mediation and arbitration.
• Prepare cases for trial: develop trial themes, prepare exhibits, witness lists, jury instructions, and present arguments in court as needed.
• Counsel and communicate regularly with clients and insurers, providing clear case assessments, strategy updates, and cost-effective recommendations.
• Manage case budgets, billing, and administrative tasks to ensure timely and accurate reporting to clients and firm leadership.
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and improve case outcomes.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction(s).
• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred; experience in insurance defense and civil litigation strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience defending personal injury and premises liability claims, including familiarity with tort law and applicable procedural rules.
• Strong trial and deposition experience or demonstrable courtroom exposure; ability to handle hearings and trials independently.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills with attention to detail and persuasive drafting ability.
• Proficiency with e-discovery tools, case management software, and Microsoft Office; comfort with electronic filing and remote hearings.
• Excellent client-facing skills: ability to explain complex legal issues clearly, manage expectations, and maintain professional relationships with insurers and opposing counsel.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines, and meet billable targets where applicable.
• Professional integrity, good judgment, and a collaborative mindset; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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Benefits

• Paid Medical and Dental Insurance
• Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Parking
• And more!