Associate Litigation Attorney (Contract-to-Hire)

Position Overview

A reputable boutique firm in Colorado is looking to find an experienced Associate Litigation Attorney. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse legal matters in a Hyrbid work environment (2 days WFH/week!). The firm is looking for a dynamic attorney with a strong litigation background who can manage cases independently while also working effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Case Management: Independently manage litigation matters from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Court Representation: Appear and advocate in Colorado state and federal courts for hearings, trials, and other proceedings.
• Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough research on statutes, case law, and regulations relevant to business, commercial, real estate, employment, and school law.
• Client Communication: Maintain strong client relationships by providing timely updates, strategic advice, and clear communication.
• Negotiation & Settlement: Engage in negotiations and settlement discussions to resolve disputes efficiently.
• Collaboration: Work closely with partners and team members on complex cases while demonstrating the ability to handle assignments independently.
• Compliance & Ethics: Ensure adherence to professional and ethical standards in all aspects of legal practice.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Licensed and in good standing with the Colorado State Bar.
• Experience: 2-7 years of litigation experience, preferably in business/commercial, real estate, employment, or school law.
• Court Experience: Proven track record litigating in Colorado state and federal courts.
  • Skills: Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
  • Excellent legal research and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Professional Attributes: Self-motivated, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.

Required Work Hours

Full-time position, with flexible work arrangements allowing for hybrid work, requiring 3 days per week in the office.

Benefits

Benefits include a flexible work from home policy (2 days WFH/week), health insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

Salary

The salary range for this position is $110,000-$150,000/year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.