Pay: $140,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a respected civil litigation team with a strong flow of substantive defense work across insurance, construction, employment, commercial, and other complex matters.
- Step into a role with real ownership, where you can manage files, drive strategy, and make a visible impact.
- Work alongside experienced litigators in an environment that values strong judgment, practical thinking, and professional growth.
- Build long-term career upside with the opportunity for increased flexibility as you prove yourself.
Location: Denver, CO. This is a primarily on-site role in a historic downtown Denver office, with remote access available when needed and the possibility of a more flexible hybrid schedule after about 6 months based on experience and performance.
Note: Must have 5+ years of civil litigation experience and an active Colorado bar license. Insurance defense experience is strongly preferred.
About Us
We are a growing civil litigation and business practice law firm that handles a broad range of lawsuits, hearings, and corporate matters. Our team approaches each matter with honesty, sound analysis, and a practical strategy for moving cases forward. We offer meaningful work, strong mentorship, and the chance to be part of a collaborative legal team that takes pride in doing high-level work the right way. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage a civil litigation caseload with a high level of independence
- Handle matters involving insurance defense, construction litigation, premises liability, commercial disputes, employment matters, and related civil litigation issues
- Develop case strategy and move files forward efficiently from intake through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other litigation documents
- Take and defend depositions and attend hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences
- Communicate directly with clients, carriers, adjusters, experts, and opposing counsel
- Evaluate risk, exposure, and case value, and provide practical recommendations
- Support trial preparation and, if experienced, take an active role in trial work
- Collaborate with attorneys across a wide range of practice areas on sophisticated civil matters
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active Colorado bar license
- 5+ years of civil litigation experience
- Ability to independently manage and move files
- Strong writing, advocacy, and case strategy skills
- Experience with depositions, hearings, mediations, and motion practice
- Insurance defense experience preferred
- Additional licensure in Wyoming or Nebraska is a plus
- Trial experience is a plus
JPC-767
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance