Litigation Associate Attorney

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off About Us: Patterson Real Bird & Rasmussen LLP

is a national law firm dedicated to advancing and protecting the rights of American Indian tribes and organizations. We represent clients in a wide range of matters, including business transactions, litigation, and governmental affairs before tribal, federal, and state courts.

We are a fast-paced, mission-driven firm with offices in Colorado, Washington, D.C., North Dakota, and New Mexico. Our DC office consists of a number of attorneys working from their home offices.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with experience in tribal and federal Indian law for a full-time, in-person position in our Louisville, Colorado office. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in litigation, with a strong ability to handle complex legal issues, advocate for clients, and provide strategic counsel in both tribal and federal matters. This role offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Related Experience: Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school; Status as an active member in good standing of the bar of CO or other state jurisdiction; Experience working with Indian tribes or tribal entities on a wide array of legal issues such as litigation, business transitions, jurisdiction, housing, education, tax, finance, gaming, government affairs, energy, natural resources and taxation; Familiarity with tribal and federal Indian law; Excellent analytical, research, and writing abilities; Ability to work well independently and as a team in a fast-paced environment; Willingness and ability to travel frequently to attend court or administrative hearings and client meetings at locations throughout the United States; and Proven skills in effectively communicating with Tribal clients, courts, opposing counsel, and agency representatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

(other duties may be assigned)

Provide counsel and legal services to new and existing clients on litigation matters as well as represent clients in a professional and expedient manner; Participate in business development functions (conferences, seminars, etc.) as requested to maintain and build client relationships as well as expand business opportunities; Apply knowledge of legal procedures and previous cases to effectively counsel clients; Conduct legal research by preparing legal memoranda and necessary pleadings required in all aspects of tribal, federal, and state litigation matters; Appear at hearings, trials, depositions, interviews, and meetings in all fora; Draft and analyze legal documents; and Comply with all court, state bar and inter-office policies and procedures. Your total compensation package will include a competitive salary, bonus potential, participation in the firm 401(K) retirement plan, and a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs. Send your resume and cover letter, writing sample, professional references and law school transcripts (if graduated less than 5 years ago) to: Posting Contact Name:

Stephanie Kroner, Firm Administrator Posting Contact Email: Work Location:

Louisville, CO Application Materials Required:

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Writing Examples Posting Date:

September 09, 2026 Un-posting Date:

Ongoing