Senior Personal Injury Trial Lawyer

Nares Law Group LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Professional memberships

Job summary

Nares Law Group LLC is seeking a seasoned litigator to lead catastrophic personal injury cases, develop case strategy, and mentor junior attorneys in trial advocacy at a top Colorado firm. You will direct expert engagement, manage depositions, and supervise a litigation team to pursue high-stakes cases.

The role demands at least ten years of litigation experience, a proven record as lead counsel on multiple injury trials, and active Colorado Bar licensure.

Qualifications

• At least ten years of litigation experience.
• Experience leading multiweek catastrophic injury trials.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Colorado Bar.
• Ability to mentor associate trial lawyers and lead paralegals.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiweek catastrophic injury trials and manage trial teams.
• Develop case theory, valuation, and strategy from investigation through verdict.
• Identify and retain experts; prepare them for deposition and trial.
• Mentor and develop associate trial lawyers and support staff.

Skills

Litigation leadership

Case strategy

Trial advocacy

Deposition skills

Team mentoring

Expert collaboration

Job description

Lead catastrophic injury litigation. Develop trial lawyers. Help injured families build a hopeful future.

We believe in a hopeful future. Our work centers on brain injury and catastrophic personal injury cases, where understanding the medicine and proving the full human impact matter. You will collaborate with a team that values learning, expert collaboration, and attentive client service, and help shape the next generation of trial lawyers at our firm.We value small dockets, time spent building strategy, and investment in knowledge and skills. We currently consult and co-counsel national for brain injury litigation with many opportunities for a seasoned trial lawyer to become an industry leader. In 2026, we were named the 4thfastest growing law firm by Law Firm 500 and our owner received the ColoradoBiz Top Women in Colorado award. The firm is scaling while maintaining high-quality standards and reputation.

Nares Law Group is seeking a seasoned litigator who loves litigation, including developing case strategy, working with experts, taking consequential depositions, and trying cases. You will lead catastrophic personal injury cases and mentor associate trial lawyers in trial advocacy.

Is this a good fit for you?

Yes, if...

• You enjoy the work of litigation and the responsibility of leading it.
• You think strategically, prepare thoroughly, and make sound decisions when the stakes are high.
• You welcome thoughtful debate about a case and take satisfaction in helping other lawyers become stronger advocates.
• You combine demanding professional standards with empathy for families facing life-changing injuries.
• You communicate directly, follow through on commitments, and adapt as a growing firm improves its systems.
• We are looking for knowledge, experience, and war stories.
• You embody our eight core values:
• Clarity: You communicate clearly, set expectations, and make complex issues easy to understand.
• Transparency: You share information openly, raise concerns early, and keep others informed.
• Accountability: You own your work, follow through on commitments, and take responsibility for results.
• Leadership: You take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and help those around you succeed.
• Happy Warriors: You bring positive energy, courage, and determination to difficult work.
• Eternal Optimists: You believe a better outcome is possible and keep looking for a path forward.
• Truth, Not Bullshit: You make no assumptions and you seek out data, support, and accuracy in your responses.
• Never Stop Learning: You stay curious, seek feedback, and continually sharpen your skills.
• This is a senior role for an attorney with at leastten years' experience as a lead trial lawyer resulting in at leasteight personal injury trials under their belt as lead counsel. You must be ready to lead a multi-week catastrophic injury trial and guide an experienced litigation team.

How will you lead?

• Case strategy and valuation. Develop the theory of liability and damages, value catastrophic injury cases, identify proof gaps, and build a plan from investigation through verdict. Set case budgets, manage expenses, and make informed decisions about expert investment.
• Expert development. Identify and retain the right experts, work closely with them to develop the evidence, and prepare them for deposition and trial. Take expert and Rule 30(b)(6) depositions that secure meaningful concessions and admissions.
• Trial and courtroom advocacy. Lead multiweek catastrophic injury trials, including witness preparation, examinations, evidence presentation, and closing argument. Draft and/or review high-stakes trial briefs and motions. Deliver persuasive oral argument and respond directly and effectively to judicial questioning at hearings.
• Mediation and negotiation. Prepare credible valuations and persuasive presentations, anticipate defense positions, advise clients clearly, and negotiate effectively at mediation.
• Associate development. Take responsibility for mentoring associate trial lawyers in trial advocacy, including deposition strategy, witness examination, courtroom argument, trial preparation, and closing. Provide preparation, observation, and specific feedback that builds independent skill and judgment.
• Litigation team leadership. Direct and monitor seasoned litigation paralegals through clear assignments, priorities, deadlines, and quality expectations. Review progress, resolve obstacles, and remain accountable for case readiness and execution.

Throughout each case, you will keep clients informed, collaborate with the legal team, and ensure strategy translates into timely action.

What are therequired qualifications?

Applicants must meet all of the following minimum requirements:

• At leasttenyears of litigation experience.
• At leasteight personal injurytrials as lead counsel.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Colorado Bar.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a multiweek catastrophic injury trial, value serious injury cases, manage litigation budgets, and identify and develop key experts.
• Strong deposition, mediation, courtroom advocacy, and high-stakes legal writing skills.
• Ability to mentor associate trial lawyers and lead experienced litigation paralegals with clear direction and accountability.

What are thecompensation and benefits?

• Base salary of $180,000–$225,000, based on experience, plus profit sharing.
• 401(k), health insurance, and leave benefits.
• Paid memberships in the Colorado Bar, CTLA, andAAJ.
• Firm-provided equipment and software, approved office supplies, and pre-approved mileage and out-of-pocket expense reimbursement.