Associate, Litigation

Kutak Rock LLP seeks an Associate Attorney in its Denver office to join its busy Litigation practice. This role is ideal for an attorney with 3-5 years of experience in business, commercial, and real estate litigation.

About the role

An attorney in the Denver Litigation Department will work with partners, associates, and clients in federal and state courts in Colorado and elsewhere. The Denver office represents top businesses and local governments in Colorado and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of complex litigation matters in federal and state courts, as well as arbitration forums, across the country
• Handle all aspects of commercial litigation matters, including motions, discovery, court appearances, depositions, and witness preparation
• Draft and argue dispositive motions

Requirements

• Must be admitted to practice with an active bar license in good standing within the state of Colorado
• 3-5 years of experience in business or commercial litigation preferred

Skills

• Desire to take on substantive and leading roles in cases, including attendance at hearings, depositions, and trial
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as exceptional research skills
• Strategic and analytical mindset with a commitment to excellence and professionalism
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and initiative
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver timely, quality assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Ability and confidence to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment
• Commitment to interacting directly with and achieving the goals of firm clients

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance (includes employer/employee cost sharing)
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Fertility coverage assistance
• Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance
• Nine paid holidays per calendar year
• Flexible paid vacation leave
• 1 hour of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked
• Paid parental leave
• Bereavement, jury duty, military leave
• Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits
• Discretionary bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Back-Up Care
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• Commuting Benefits
• Technology Allowance

Pay

$180,000-$200,000 base salary, plus discretionary bonus.

Schedule

In office. Hybrid arrangements may be available after training at the discretion of the hiring manager.

About the firm

Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. The firm is a leading national law firm with locations in 21 cities, united by core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity. We measure success not just by revenues or profits, but by the satisfaction delivered for clients and the health, engagement, and loyalty of our people.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, assessed on an individualized basis.