Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense)

Job description:

The Firm seeks an associate with 3+ years of litigation experience, preferably with an emphasis on insurance-related litigation such as coverage disputes, personal injury cases, premises liability lawsuits, and bad faith claims . The ideal candidate will have experience investigating/defending first- and third-party claims, taking and defending depositions, drafting dispositive motions, and attending court hearings in state and federal courts. Experience drafting coverage opinions and conducting examinations under oath is a strong plus. Excellent research, writing, and independent thinking skills are essential. Candidates will have the opportunity to handle the day-to-day responsibility for all aspects of the matters on which they work, from pre-litigation analysis and client recommendations through trial and appeal.

Duties/Responsibilitie s

· Litigation

· Investigating/defending first- and third-party claims

· Conducting and defending depositions

· Drafting dispositive motions

· Attending hearings in state and federal courts

· Legal Research, writing, and independent thinking skill

Required Skills/Qualifications

Educatio n: Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree

. · Experienc e: 3+ years of solid experience in law firms of litigation

.· Commercial litigation experience, specifically in the areas o f construction, bad faith defense, and sure ty.

We have had success with associate attorney candidates that played competitive team sports in the pas t.

Licensure & Certificati on: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado.