Busy Litigation Firm Seeks Motivated Litigation Associates – Construction & Casualty (2–6 Years)

About the role

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC has been recognized by the Denver Business Journal as one of the "Best Places to Work" in 2026. HHMR is a boutique litigation firm representing builders, developers, and contractors throughout Colorado in complex construction defect and casualty matters. We are seeking two motivated Litigation Associates with 2 to 6 years of litigation experience to join our busy team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage litigation cases from inception to resolution, ensuring strategic alignment with client goals.
• Draft, review, and argue motions, leveraging your legal acumen to advocate effectively for clients.
• Conduct depositions and interviews with witnesses and experts to gather critical case information.
• Collaborate with clients to develop case strategies that align with their business objectives and legal needs.
• Participate actively in settlement negotiations, aiming for favorable outcomes that meet client expectations.
• Research and analyze legal precedents to support case strategies and enhance litigation outcomes.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment at HHMR.

Qualifications

• Experience in litigation, with a focus on construction and casualty cases, for two to six years.
• Ability to lead and manage cases from inception to resolution, ensuring alignment with client goals.
• Proven track record of drafting, reviewing, and arguing motions effectively.
• Experience conducting depositions and interviews with witnesses and experts.
• Ability to collaborate with clients to develop case strategies that align with their business objectives.
• Experience participating in settlement negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Strong research and analytical skills to support case strategies and enhance litigation outcomes.

Benefits

• Discretionary year-end bonus plus billing-based production bonus
• Health insurance, including telehealth options
• Dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Optional vision, life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Underground parking
• 401(k) with 4% matching after six months
• Membership in the Colorado Defense Lawyers Association
• Colorado Supreme Court annual dues covered
• Unlimited personal and vacation days
• Hybrid home/office flexibility

Pay

$110,000+ yearly, increasing depending on experience

Schedule

Hybrid home/office flexibility