Mid-to-Senior Level Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a Mid-to-Senior Level Litigation Associate Attorney in Denver, CO.

Job Overview:

The ideal candidate for this position will be an experienced Litigation Associate Attorney with a strong background in drafting pleadings, motions, and related litigation documents. The candidate should have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, excellent academic credentials, and at least 4 years of litigation experience. The role requires the ability to manage discovery, including taking and defending witnesses for depositions, as well as conducting legal research, analysis, and writing. The candidate must be adaptable, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines while fostering teamwork and excellent interpersonal skills.

Duties:

• Draft pleadings, motions, and related litigation documents.
• Manage discovery processes, including taking and defending witnesses for depositions.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and writing.
• Learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves.
• Work well independently and effectively within a team.
• Develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm.
• Maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment in challenging situations.

Requirements:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience.
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work well independently and within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.
• Confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions.
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges and proactively develop innovative solutions.

Education:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Legal research and writing.
• Litigation drafting.
• Discovery management.
• Interpersonal communication.
• Time management.
• Problem-solving.
• Decision-making.

Job Location:

Denver, CO

Benefits offered:

• Medical; Dental; Vision Care.
• Health Savings Accounts; Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Program; Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Competitive Base Pay; Outstanding Benefits.
• Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays.
• Performance Recognition.
• ABA, State, and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement.
• 401(k) with Company Contribution.
• Short-Term Disability Plan; Long-Term Disability Plan.
• Life Insurance; Critical Illness Insurance.
• Parental/Family Leave.
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remotely up to 2.5 days per week).
• Contemporary Work Environment.
• Positive and Respectful Work Climate.

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients' entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.