Railroad Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm based in Denver, CO, is seeking a skilled and dedicated Railroad Litigation Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in railroad civil litigation, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and possess exceptional legal skills. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with clients, handle depositions, appear in court, and contribute to business development efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent clients in railroad litigation cases, including pre-trial motions and trial/arbitration.
• Handle all aspects of case management from inception to resolution.
• Take and defend facts and expert depositions.
• Engage and prepare expert witnesses, including expert disclosures and reporting.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft compelling legal documents.
• Manage and delegate tasks to paralegals and other support staff.
• Interact directly with insurance claims representatives for case assessment, evaluation, and strategy.
• Conduct pre-trial discovery, including large document production and database management.
• Participate in mediation and arbitration, with first chair experience preferred.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, including interviewing and meeting with client representatives.
• Contribute to marketing and business development efforts.
• Draft publications, articles, or legal presentations as needed.

Requirements

• Currently licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience defending railroad civil litigation cases.
• Proven experience in Railroad Litigation with a strong case management background.
• Ability to travel as required by the role.
• Competent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Colorado.

Skills

• Exceptional research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities.
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Experience in managing and delegating work to paralegals.
• Experience with all facets of pre-trial discovery and motions.
• Ability to handle large document productions and database matters.
• Marketing and business development skills are a plus.
• Drafting publications, articles, or legal presentations is preferred.

Benefits

• Financial stability and great benefits, many of which are 100% paid by the firm.
• Flexible Time Off and a hybrid working schedule.
• Professional work environment with a business casual dress code.
• Respectful and collegial culture.
• Onsite training and continuous learning opportunities.
• Access to current technology and in-house IT support.

Location

• Denver, CO

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.