Litigation Associate

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Litigation Associate to join an established legal practice in Colorado. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills, experience managing litigation matters, and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and clients on complex legal issues.

Responsibilities

Legal Research and Writing

• Conduct efficient, thorough, and reliable legal research.
• Develop well-supported legal opinions, conclusions, and recommendations, communicating findings with clarity and precision.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related documents.

Case Management

• Manage a diverse litigation caseload, including discovery, depositions, expert witness preparation, mediations, and court appearances.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with trial preparation and related litigation activities as needed.

Litigation Strategy and Collaboration

• Collaborate with partners and fellow associates to develop and execute litigation and trial strategies.
• Analyze complex legal issues, identify practical solutions, and contribute to effective case management.
• Work collaboratively to advance client objectives and achieve favorable outcomes.

Professional Development and Training

• Participate in scheduled associate training programs and individual coaching sessions focused on developing legal research and writing skills.
• Attend and contribute to topical presentations covering emerging legal issues and developments in the practice of law.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth and excellence in legal practice.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Approximately 3–6 years of experience as a law firm associate preferred.
• Admission to practice law in Colorado, or a clear pathway to obtaining admission.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, maintain accuracy, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while recognizing when to escalate complex or time-sensitive issues.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary: Starting at $210,000 annually, with annual salary adjustments effective January 1.
• Performance bonuses: Eligibility for year-end merit bonuses.
• Clerkship incentives: Competitive hiring bonuses may be available to candidates from qualifying judicial clerkships.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including a generous parental leave policy for eligible employees.

Actual compensation will depend on relevant factors, including years of experience, qualifications, skills, and overall fit for the position.

Writing Sample Requirements

Applicants are encouraged to submit a writing sample that meets the following preferences:

• An advocacy-oriented legal writing sample.
• A sample that has not been materially edited by others.
• Approximately 8–15 pages in length.
• A recent sample, ideally written within the past year.

Please include a separate summary page providing relevant context and defining any necessary terms or background information to help reviewers understand the sample.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.