Associate Attorney

About the Client: Our client is a well-established law firm focused on insurance defense and coverage matters. They represent insurance companies and self-insured entities in complex litigation involving coverage disputes, personal injury claims, bad faith, and more. The firm is known for delivering exceptional client service and fostering a collaborative, supportive environment that values integrity, professionalism, and long-term relationships. Why This Firm - Work on meaningful, high-stakes insurance litigation matters - Collaborate with experienced attorneys in a supportive, team-oriented environment - Competitive compensation with strong growth and development opportunities - Make a real impact for clients while advancing your legal career The Role Our client seeks an Associate Attorney 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 and 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. Candidates will have the opportunity to handle 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. Key Responsibilities - Investigate and defend first and third-party insurance claims - Handle personal injury, construction, premises liability, coverage disputes, and bad faith matters - Take and defend depositions - Draft dispositive motions and coverage opinions - Attend court hearings in state and federal courts - Conduct legal research and prepare written analysis - Provide pre-litigation evaluations and client recommendations - Conduct examinations under oath Required Qualifications - Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school — distinguished academics preferred - Active Colorado Bar license required — absolutely no exceptions - 3+ years of solid litigation experience in law firms required - Experience with insurance-related litigation, coverage disputes, personal injury, premises liability, and bad faith claims strongly preferred - Excellent research, writing, and independent thinking skills required - Ability to handle a fast-paced workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously - Hands-on approach to research, problem-solving, and client relations - Comfortable with technology - Outgoing, collegial, and collaborative personality - Must be LOCAL to Denver, Colorado — no relocation assistance, no exceptions #J-18808-Ljbffr