Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Location: Denver, CO

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm in Downtown Denver is seeking a skilled and motivated Civil Litigation Attorney with experience in defending civil litigation cases. This is a great opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals in a collaborative environment, where you will gain hands-on experience in client interactions, depositions, court appearances, and business development. The position offers the potential for a hybrid work schedule after training, with three days in-office and two days remote.

Duties:

• Represent clients in various civil litigation matters
• Manage own caseload and handle all aspects of litigation from start to finish
• Conduct depositions, both taking and defending fact and expert depositions
• Engage and prepare expert witnesses, including expert disclosures and reports
• Handle all facets of pre-trial discovery and motion practice
• Assist in drafting and preparing legal documents, pleadings, and motions
• Participate in first-chair mediations and trials/arbitrations, if applicable
• Collaborate with insurance claims representatives on case assessments and strategies
• Supervise and delegate tasks to paralegals
• Contribute to business development efforts and firm marketing initiatives
• Prepare and deliver legal publications or presentations, when needed
• Travel as necessary for case matters and client meetings

Requirements:

• Active license to practice law in Colorado
• Prior experience in civil litigation preferred
• Strong case management skills and a solid work ethic
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Outstanding research and legal writing capabilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases
• Experience working with insurance claims representatives and assessing case strategy
• Familiarity with large document production and database management
• Knowledge of pre-trial motions and discovery procedures
• Experience in managing case schedules, payment claims, and legal procedures
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in the State of Colorado

Skills:

• Legal research and writing expertise
• Client relationship management
• Negotiation and mediation skills
• Trial preparation and advocacy
• Business development and marketing skills

Job Location:

• Denver, CO (Hybrid work options available post-training)

Benefits:

• A comprehensive benefits package with many offerings 100% covered by the firm
• Flexible paid time off
• Hybrid work schedule after training
• Supportive and collegial professional environment
• Onsite training and continuous learning opportunities
• Access to current technology with dedicated in-house IT support

This mid-sized Denver firm practices in the areas of business transactions, commercial litigation, employment and insurance, along with representation in the areas of environmental, estate planning, governmental contracting, health care, intellectual property, professional and product liability, and real estate. With over 50 years of experience in the legal industry, this firm does substantive work in most practice areas. This is one of Colorado's most respected law firms. In the Colorado legal community, this firm has earned the reputation for on-time delivery of legal services and consistently has provided cost effective representation.