Litigation Associate – Construction & Casualty (0–6 Years)

About the role

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC is a boutique litigation firm focusing on construction defect and casualty matters for builders, developers, and contractors in Colorado. We are seeking attorneys with 6 years of litigation experience or newly admitted attorneys who want meaningful, hands-on involvement in cases and a clear path for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Take depositions
• Draft and argue motions
• Work directly with clients and experts
• Participate in case strategy from the outset

Requirements

• Construction litigation experience is helpful but not required
• A genuine interest in construction litigation is a must
• Strong litigation fundamentals
• Sound judgment
• A willingness to learn

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in Colorado

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Attention to detail

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
• Coverage for Colorado Supreme Court annual dues
• Unlimited personal and vacation days
• Hybrid home/office flexibility

Pay

$90,000+ yearly for newly admitted attorneys, increasing based on experience

Schedule

Hybrid home/office flexibility