Associate Litigation Attorney (Contract-to-Hire)

Position Overview

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Independently manage litigation matters from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Court Representation: Appear and advocate in Colorado state and federal courts for hearings, trials, and other proceedings.
• Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough research on statutes, case law, and regulations relevant to business, commercial, real estate, employment, and school law.
• Client Communication: Maintain strong client relationships by providing timely updates, strategic advice, and clear communication.
• Negotiation & Settlement: Engage in negotiations and settlement discussions to resolve disputes efficiently.
• Collaboration: Work closely with partners and team members on complex cases while demonstrating the ability to handle assignments independently.
• Compliance & Ethics: Ensure adherence to professional and ethical standards in all aspects of legal practice.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Licensed and in good standing with the Colorado State Bar.
• Experience: 2-7 years of litigation experience, preferably in business/commercial, real estate, employment, or school law.
• Court Experience: Proven track record litigating in Colorado state and federal courts.

Skills

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent legal research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Professional Attributes: Self-motivated, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.

Required Work Hours

Full-time position, with flexible work arrangements allowing for hybrid work, requiring 3 days per week in the office.

Benefits

• Flexible work from home policy (2 days WFH/week).
• Health insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $110,000-$150,000/year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity.