Associate Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks an experienced Associate Litigation Attorney to manage and oversee litigation cases, with a primary focus on pretrial, trial, and appellate practice. This role is ideal for a licensed Colorado attorney with experience in representing financial institutions. The successful candidate will bring strong strategic planning, case management, and communication skills, and will work closely with operational staff to guide procedural updates. This hybrid role offers a collaborative environment with flexible work options and professional development support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of 50-75 active litigation cases, covering all aspects of pretrial, trial, and appellate practice.
• Act as lead counsel through all stages of litigation, including pre-litigation, pleadings, discovery, trial preparation, trial attendance, post-trial, and appeals.
• Oversee case strategy, client communications, document management, risk assessment, and settlement negotiations.
• Guide and collaborate with operational staff on procedural updates, approving changes as necessary.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the firm’s objectives and enhance career growth.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Colorado.
• 3-5 years of experience as lead counsel in contested litigation, particularly representing financial institutions.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Colorado State Bar.
• Admission to practice before all three Colorado federal districts is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior organizational abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Proven experience managing contested default cases and financial litigation.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work options (hybrid schedule with 2-3 days in-office weekly after the initial training period)
  • Professional development programs
  • Wellness programs and additional perks

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to sit, talk, and hear, with specific vision abilities for close vision and focus adjustment.
• Occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds.
• May occasionally need to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

• Typical office setting with a moderate noise level.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Hybrid position based in Centennial, CO, with onsite presence 2-3 days per week following a 90-day training period.

The firm is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and complies with all equal opportunity laws. Candidates must complete the E-Verify process upon accepting an offer to confirm eligibility for U.S. employment.

This AV-rated firm specializes in Mortgage Banking law, commercial Banking, and complex areas of Real Estate. The firm represents major corporations and financial institutions on complex matters in state, federal, and appellate courts. The firm has offices throughout the country.