Labor & Employment Associate
$195k - $245kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Direct Counsel is partnering with a leading national labor & employment firm to add a Litigation Associate to its Denver office. This is a strong opportunity for an attorney who enjoys high-stakes litigation and wants to build a management-side employment practice within a sophisticated, nationally recognized platform.
About the RoleThe hiring firm is seeking an attorney with:
3–6 years of solid litigation experience
Labor & employment law experience (preferred but not strictly required for standout litigators)
Excellent academic credentials
Active Colorado Bar admission (required)
You’ll handle a range of employment-related disputes for employer clients—from fast-growing companies to large, established organizations—within a collaborative, litigation-focused team.
Compensation (Colorado)Pursuant to Colorado regulation, the annual salary range for this position is:
$195,000 – $245,000
This role also includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses .
Starting pay within the range will depend on:
Experience and skill set
Education and training
Market/geo considerations
Other relevant qualifications
The firm also offers a generous compensation and benefits package , including comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings, time-off programs, and additional wellness and family benefits (full details provided directly to qualified candidates).
Colorado Applicants: In any materials you submit, you may remove age-identifying information (e.g., age, date of birth, school attendance or graduation dates). You will not be penalized for redacting this information.
The PlatformThe hiring firm:
Focuses exclusively on representing management in labor and employment law
Has a large national and global footprint with deep employer-side expertise
Is recognized for innovative, tech-enabled solutions to complex workplace issues
Litigates, mediates, and negotiates some of the most impactful employment matters in the market
You’ll be joining a team that values practical advice, strong advocacy, and forward-looking strategies for employer clients.
Benefits & CultureFull-time (and qualifying part-time) employees enjoy:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
401(k) with competitive features
Robust time-off and leave programs (including generous parental leave)
Mental health, wellness, and family-building support
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Employee referral bonus opportunities
About Direct Counsel
Direct Counsel partners with leading law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide to connect talented attorneys with outstanding opportunities. We take pride in matching professionals with roles that align with their expertise, values, and long-term career goals.
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