Litigation Attorney

$80,000 to $110,000, or Of Counsel compensation, depending on experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a driven and skilled Litigation Attorney to join our growing team. The ideal candidate must have trial advocacy and active courtroom experience. They will manage a robust caseload involving contested wills, trust disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, guardianship/conservatorship contests, uncontested estate administration, and commercial/business litigation to include contract disputes. Civil trial experience is not mandatory, but civil discovery and trial experience would be a plus. The role will either be that of an associate under an experienced trial attorney, or an Of Counsel role alongside the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage contested probate, trust, and estate matters ; as well as commercial and contractual disputes; from initial intake through trial or settlement.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and trial briefs specific to probate litigation.
• Appear regularly in court for hearings, status conferences, mediations, and trials.
• Conduct depositions, witness interviews, mediations/arbitrations, and complex legal research.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with grieving or conflicted families, executors, trustees, and business owners.
• Collaborate with paralegals and administrative staff to ensure efficient case progression.

Qualifications & Skills

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in [State, e.g., Colorado] and in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years of active litigation experience; experience in civil discovery or probate practice is a plus.
• Exceptional legal research, drafting, and oral advocacy abilities.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate high-conflict, sensitive family dynamics.

To be considered for this position, please apply to this ad or email a copy of your resume, a cover letter, and an advocacy writing sample (motion or appellate or appellate brief) to: [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Colorado Springs, CO 80920 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Colorado Springs, CO 80920: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Colorado Springs, CO 80920