Employment and Labor Attorney

A law firm in Denver, CO, is seeking an experienced Employment and Labor Attorney with a strong background in employment law, including policy and contract drafting, day-to-day employment issue resolution, and litigation support.

Duties:

• Draft and review employment policies and contracts.
• Research and provide comprehensive answers to day-to-day employment issues.
• Assist in lawsuit discovery processes.
• Draft motions and briefs related to employment law cases.

Requirements:

• Possess 2+ years of experience in employment law, with a focus on counseling and litigation support.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Active license to practice law in the state of Colorado.

Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of employment law.
• Legal research and analysis skills.
• Ability to draft clear and effective legal documents.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Benefits offered:

The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage.
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance.
• Pre-Tax Transportation Program.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Identity Theft protection.
• Pet Insurance.
• Retirement Plan(s).
• Paid vacation and sick leave.

This is a large Denver firm with strong roots in the Rocky Mountain region. This firm has consistently been ranked one of the top business law firms in the Denver area; however, the firm also does numerous other types of work apart from business law. This firm is growing at a decent clip and is one of the larger law firms in the Denver area. This firm represents clients of all sizes--ranging from start-ups to some of the larger Fortune 500 companies. The firm has succesfully represented clients in all industries. Nevertheless, the firm's present day strengths appear to be in the representation of clients in the natural resources and emerging technology sectors. Additionally, this firm has a very attractive rate structure that enables it to hold on to numerous clients and attract others. This firm recruits primarily from local Colorado law schools and also draws from some national law schools. There is a good sense of community at this firm and, while there are certainly more prestigious firms in the Denver area, this firm is a good place to work and there are actually opportunities for advancement here.