Senior Associate Attorney

A law firm in Fort Collins, CO, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate Attorney with over 4 years of experience in family law to join their team. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Colorado Family Law statutes and demonstrate a strong commitment to providing compassionate legal representation. This role involves leading cases, mentoring junior attorneys, and contributing to a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct consultations with potential clients to assess their legal needs and secure their representation.
• Provide expert legal advice on various family law matters, including divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and property division.
• Represent clients as the lead attorney (1st chair) in court proceedings, including mediation, depositions, and trials.
• Develop and implement effective case strategies aligned with clients' goals and best interests.
• Prepare and draft essential legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, agreements, and court orders.
• Negotiate settlements and manage disputes in both contested and uncontested family law cases.
• Mentor and train junior attorneys and support staff, fostering their professional development and growth.
• Stay updated on Colorado Family Law statutes and regulations to ensure accurate and effective case handling.
• Maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication and empathetic support.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Colorado State Bar.
• 4+ years of experience in family law, with a focus on divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and related matters.
• Expertise in Colorado Family Law statutes (required).

Skills:

• Proven ability to lead and manage cases as the 1st chair, including handling court proceedings and negotiations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to client interactions.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload with attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated mentoring and coaching abilities to support junior team members.
• Consistent track record of meeting or exceeding performance goals.
• Genuine compassion and commitment to assisting clients through challenging situations.

Location: Fort Collins, CO

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive retirement plans.
• Additional benefits surpassing those typically offered in the tech industry.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Specializing exclusively on family law, this firm has offices in Colorado and the Bay Area. Using innovative technologies to create efficient and effective strategies, the highly experienced attorneys provide the highest quality legal representation. Everyone works together and each attorney has a choice to handle their cases on their own or collaborate with the other attorneys in the office. The firm consists of compassionate, hardworking, diverse individuals who all aspire to grow together as a team. The firm offers competitive pay and guaranteed income, outstanding comprehensive benefits, remote work, additional bonuses, retirement, and a great work/life balance.