Litigation Associate Attorney

Position Summary

Illumine Legal LLC seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney with at least two years of litigation experience. The associate will work closely with the firm's litigation partners on civil matters and should have strong research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills. This is a full-time, in-office position.

Primary Responsibilities

· Manage and assist with civil litigation matters from initial assessment through resolution, with appropriate partner supervision.

· Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and other court filings.

· Conduct legal research, analyze evidence, and assist with case strategy.

· Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.

· Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and colleagues.

· Manage assigned deadlines, court filings, discovery obligations, and timely billing entries.

· Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to provide efficient, high-quality client service.

· Meet the firm's annual minimum requirement of 1,400 billed hours and perform other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

· Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

· Active Colorado law license in good standing.

· At least two years of litigation experience required; civil litigation experience preferred.

· Experience drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.

· Deposition, hearing, mediation, arbitration, or trial experience preferred.

· Excellent legal research, writing, communication, organization, and analytical skills.

· Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines while exercising sound professional judgment.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology; experience with Clio and Westlaw preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated starting salary is $100,000 to $125,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may be available under the firm's associate bonus structure.

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance

· Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance

· 401(k) retirement plan

· Paid vacation and sick time

· Other firm-sponsored benefits as applicable

Physical Requirements

This position requires extended computer work, review and analysis of legal materials, management of multiple deadlines, and attendance at court proceedings, depositions, mediations, client meetings, and other proceedings as needed.

Illumine Legal LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person