Employment Law Attorney

A law firm in Denver, CO, is seeking an experienced Employment Law Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree, a minimum of 7 years of solid experience in medium to large-size law firms specializing in employment law, and possess a license to practice law in Colorado. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing legal counsel on multi-state employment law compliance, drafting various employment-related documents, managing investigations, and representing clients in litigation matters. The firm offers competitive wages, a professional work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Duties:

• Analyze, update, and assist clients with multi-state employment law compliance.
• Draft and advice on executive employment, IP protection, independent contractor, separation, and restrictive covenant agreements.
• Draft and advice on handbooks, policies, and procedures, including anti-harassment programs and leave laws.
• Manage Employment Group investigations and employer-client responses to EEOC, CDLE, and similar agency complaints.
• Manage litigation, including pursuing and defending employment-related claims and attending depositions.
• Conduct and advise through equal pay and employee disparate treatment audits, providing support through reductions in force.

Requirements:

• Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree.
• 7+ years of solid experience in a medium to large-size law firm in the area of employment law.
• Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado.

Skills:

• Self-starter, interested in growing Firm clients.
• Proven track record of developing strong, trusting, and long-lasting client relationships.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced workload and add value to multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to act as a "Practical Strategist" to balance business needs with legal risk.
• "Hands-on" approach to research, problem-solving, and client relations.
• Comfortable with technology.
• Creative, positive thinker with a good sense of humor.
• Outgoing, collegial, and collaborative.

Education and Certifications:

• Distinguished academics from an ABA Accredited Law School.
• Strong writing skills and a keen attention to detail.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• 401k Profit Sharing Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA).
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Eco Pass.

Practice law at this mid-sized firm that is based in Colorado. Their practice includes corporate, employment, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, and other types of law. Their impressive list of clients includes national manufacturing companies, financial institutions, and insurance companies, as well as individuals and small businesses. The attorneys at this firm are all very high caliber, and many of them regularly publish articles and give lectures. Associates are allowed to work on assignments from multiple practice areas in the early stages of their careers so they can determine how they want to focus their careers. The atmosphere at this firm is relaxed and cooperative, and the attorneys are willing to assist each other. All attorneys receive significant client contact and interesting work from the beginning of their careers.