Senior Employment Litigation Associate

Boutique Recruiting; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement after training

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) retirement plan with profit‑sh食

Parental leave and related benefits

Health savings Accounts / flexible 60

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting is seeking a Senior Employment Litigation Associate for our Denver office. The role involves independently managing complex employment litigation from inception to resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, and trial work.

Advisory duties include counseling employers on federal and state employment laws and policy development. The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of employment litigation experience, strong trial and writing skills, and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Active Colorado bar admission required
• Minimum of 6 years of employment litigation experience
• Demonstrated trial experience
• Ability to independently manage litigation from inception through resolution
• Experience handling Title VII, discrimination, harassment, unpaid compensation, and wage-related claims
• Strong skills in pleadings, discovery, motions, and depositions
• Excellent academic credentials, legal research, writing, and analytical abilities
• Strong organizational and deadline-management skills
• Excellent communication and client-relations abilities
• Proactive, self-motivated and collaborative work style

Responsibilities

• Independently manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and other litigation documents
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and participate in trials, evidentiary hearings, and mediations
• Represent employers on Title VII, discrimination, harassment, unpaid compensation, and wage-related claims
• Develop litigation strategies and provide practical legal guidance on complex matters
• Advise clients on federal and state employment laws and regulatory compliance
• Draft and revise employee handbooks and workplace policies
• Provide training and guidance to employers on day-to-day employment law challenges
• Collaborate with partners and legal teams on multiple matters
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and strategic counsel

Skills

Trial experience

Legal writing & research

Client counseling

Education

Active Colorado Bar Admission

Job description

Position Title: Senior Employment Litigation Associate

A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Employment Litigation Associate to join its Denver office. This position involves independently managing complex employment litigation matters from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, overseeing discovery, conducting depositions, arguing motions, and participating in trials and mediations. The attorney will also provide strategic legal counsel to employers on workplace disputes, employment policies, and compliance with federal and state employment laws.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned employment litigator with strong trial experience, exceptional legal writing and analytical skills, and the ability to independently manage sophisticated matters while maintaining strong client relationships.

Salary Range: $235,000 - $295,000 / annually, DOE

Responsibilities

• Independently manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and other litigation documents
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and participate in trials, evidentiary hearings, and mediations
• Represent employers in disputes involving Title VII, discrimination, harassment, unpaid compensation, and wage-related claims
• Develop litigation strategies and provide practical legal guidance on complex employment matters
• Advise clients on federal and state employment laws, workplace disputes, and regulatory compliance
• Draft and revise employee handbooks, workplace policies, and employment-related documentation
• Provide training and guidance to employers on day-to-day employment law challenges
• Collaborate with multiple partners and legal teams on a variety of employment litigation matters
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and strategic legal counsel

Requirements

• Active Colorado bar admission
• Minimum of 6 years of employment litigation experience
• Demonstrated trial experience
• Proven 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 research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex matters and competing deadlines
• Excellent communication, client counseling, and relationship management abilities
• Proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

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 supplemental 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 career advancement opportunities