Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate

Boutique Recruiting; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

HSA and FSA options

Paid holidays & flexible vacation

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting seeks a Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate to handle sophisticated employment matters, from inception through resolution, with direct client contact and involvement in discovery, depositions, motions, and mediation. The ideal candidate has 3–6 years of employment litigation experience, strong writing and analytical skills, and is admitted to the state bar.

The role offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for partnership track across a

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of litigation experience.
• Employment litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Active admission to the applicable state bar.
• Experience drafting and responding to discovery, pleadings, and motions.
• Experience taking and defending depositions with substantive litigation responsibilities.
• Excellent academic credentials with strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and mediations.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests, initial pleadings and substantive motions.
• Take and defend depositions and argue motions as opportunities arise.
• Counsel clients on day-to-day challenges involving employment laws and workplace matters.
• Draft and revise employee handbooks, policies, and other employment-related materials.
• Support client training and other proactive employment law initiatives.
• Collaborate with multiple partners across a variety of cases and align matters with interests and goals.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Client counseling

Time management

Job description

Position Title: Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate

Salary Range: $170,000–$220,000 / Year, DOE

Take ownership of sophisticated employment matters while building your career alongside attorneys who are invested in your development. This is an opportunity for a talented litigation associate to manage employment cases from inception through resolution, work directly with clients, and gain meaningful experience across discovery, depositions, motion practice, and mediation. You’ll also advise employers on day-to-day workplace challenges, policies, handbooks and training while working with multiple partners across a nationally recognized labor and employment practice. The ideal candidate is a proactive, self-directed attorney with strong litigation fundamentals, exceptional writing and analytical skills, and the confidence to take ownership of their work while collaborating effectively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and mediations


• Draft and respond to discovery requests, initial pleadings and substantive motions


• Take and defend depositions and argue motions as opportunities arise


• Counsel clients on day-to-day challenges involving employment laws and workplace matters


• Draft and revise employee handbooks, policies, and other employment-related materials


• Support client training and other proactive employment law initiatives


• Collaborate with multiple partners across a variety of cases and actively pursue matters that align with your interests and professional goals

Requirements

• 3–6 years of litigation experience


• Employment litigation experience strongly preferred


• Active admission to the applicable state bar


• Demonstrated experience drafting and responding to discovery, pleadings, and motions


• Experience taking and defending depositions with the ability to confidently handle substantive litigation responsibilities


• Excellent academic credentials with strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills


• Proven ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment while working independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment following the initial training period, typically averaging 2–3 days in office


• Multiple bonus opportunities, including a $10,000 bonus for meeting annual billable requirements and additional bonuses for exceeding targets


• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance options


• 401(k) eligibility beginning on the first day of employment with firm contributions available to eligible employees


• HSA and FSA options along with parental leave, life insurance, long-term disability coverage and an employee assistance program


• Paid holidays and a flexible vacation structure

If you're ready to take on substantive employment litigation, build stronger client relationships and grow your career in an environment where initiative is rewarded.