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Lateral Associate Attorney

$225k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking experienced attorneys interested in joining a premier international law firm's Denver office. This opportunity is open to attorneys across a broad range of practice areas who are seeking sophisticated work, exceptional client exposure, and the opportunity to grow their careers alongside some of the industry's leading practitioners.

The firm is actively interested in connecting with high-performing associates from a variety of legal backgrounds and practice specialties.

Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on sophisticated legal matters within your area of practice
  • Manage substantive client work and day-to-day matter responsibilities
  • Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice groups
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents
  • Conduct legal research and provide strategic legal analysis
  • Participate in client development and relationship-building efforts
  • Work directly with clients on significant domestic and international matters
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Current law firm experience preferred
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Excellent analytical, research, writing, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters simultaneously
  • Strong client service orientation
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within team environments
  • Active bar admission or eligibility to practice in the applicable jurisdiction
Practice Areas Considered

Attorneys from a variety of practice areas are encouraged to apply, including:

  • Corporate
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Private Equity
  • Capital Markets
  • Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Tax
  • Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits
  • Litigation
  • Labor & Employment
  • Intellectual Property
  • Privacy & Cybersecurity
  • Energy
  • Environmental
  • Restructuring
  • Other specialized practice areas
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary range: $225,000 – $435,000
  • Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave
  • Basic life insurance
Why This Opportunity
  • Join a world-class international law firm
  • Work alongside leading attorneys across multiple practice areas
  • Gain exposure to sophisticated clients and high-profile matters
  • Significant opportunities for professional development and advancement
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial environment with strong mentorship opportunities

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.

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