Mid-Level Class Actions and Mass Torts Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Litigation & Disputes Practice Group in Denver, CO, focusing on class actions and mass torts. This role offers the opportunity to work with leading litigators on complex, high-exposure cases.

Duties

• Participate in the defense of complex class action and mass tort matters in state and federal courts.
• Manage and support all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, and discovery.
• Conduct depositions and manage class certification briefing and strategy.
• Prepare for trials and provide trial support, including appellate briefing.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy and case management.
• Interface directly with clients and contribute to strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Federal circuit court clerkship and/or Assistant U.S. Attorney experience preferred.
• 4-7 years of complex litigation experience in a big law firm setting.
• Experience with fact and expert witness depositions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting trial teams in jury trials.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and assume a high degree of responsibility.
• Client-service mindset with effective client engagement management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the state of location preference (or ability to become admitted promptly).

Skills

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and retirement plans.
• Flexible time off plans including paid parental leave, PTO, and paid holidays.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

This is a firm with a very long history in the Colorado legal community. One of the largest and most diverse firms in the Rocky Mountain region, this firm has grown to such an extent that it now has offices throughout the World; however, it definitely calls the Rocky Mountain region its home. It is notable that this firm's pro bono commitment is among the highest of any Colorado law firm, and associates are encouraged to become active in pro bono work. One thing that is notable is that it has been able to change with the times. Even 20 years ago, this firm was strongly focused on traditional types of Colorado law such as water law; however, as the economy has changed so too has this firm. Indeed, it has rapidly expanded in most practice areas and in the 1990s was very strong in its representation of emerging businesses. Compensation at this firm is very competitive with most other major Colorado law firm. The firm is nationally recognized for the strength of its litigation practice and serves its clients in areas as diverse as employment, the environment, securities and even in the torts context. Over half of the firm's attorneys are involved in some direct way with the firm's litigation practice. This firm is also clearly a pioneer among law firms from the perspective that it has developed and uses some outstanding technology to run the firm. We give this firm high remarks in all respects for the innovation it brings to the practice of law.