Associate Attorney (Insurance Litigation)

Job Description

Job Description

A well-established law firm focused on insurance defense and coverage matters seeks an Associate Attorney in Colorado (on-site).
Urgently hiring — multiple openings.
The firm represents insurance companies and self-insured entities in complex litigation involving coverage disputes, personal injury claims, premises liability, bad faith, and more.
Salary: $125,000-$185,000 (DOE). Full-Time.

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. Candidates handle day-to-day responsibility for all aspects of their matters, from pre-litigation analysis and client recommendations through trial and appeal.

Duties / Responsibilities:

- Litigation; investigating and 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

Required Skills / Qualifications:

- Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence degree

- Experience: 2-7 years of litigation experience (3+ preferred), preferably insurance-related

- Licensure: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado

- Ability to handle a fast-paced workload across multiple projects

- Distinguished academics from an ABA-accredited law school, strong writing skills, keen attention to detail

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits: Paid medical & dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, short-term/long-term disability and life insurance, parking, and more. Equal Opportunity Employer.