What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate position at Goodspeed Merrill?
Goodspeed Merrill (GM) is a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm committed to providing top-notch legal services to our diverse client base. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction, we take pride in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. GM attorneys are known for sound judgment and decision-making along with outstanding problem-solving skills. GM is where passion meets excellence.
GM seeks an experienced Associate with 4 - 7 years of experience. We are looking for an attorney who is passionate about the law, clients and his or her team; enjoys a culture of high achievement; and wants to be part of a growing and dynamic law firm.
The successful Litigation Associate candidate will have the knowledge and experience necessary to support the firm’s busy commercial, real estate, and employment litigation practices. The preferred Litigation candidate will decisively execute projects, have excellent writing and analytical skills, and enjoy working as part of a strong team. The preferred candidates will have a record of demonstrated leadership, have experience taking/defending depositions, and some trial experience.
As part of our application process, could you please complete the survey linked below?
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Key Results:
• Execute projects in a timely and professional manner.
• Build and nurture positive relationships with team members and clients.
• Independently manage their caseload, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Provide structured and factually accurate analysis and advice to clients, ensuring clear and direct communication at all stages of the litigation process.
Requirements:
• 4 - 7 years of active litigation experience in commercial, real estate, and/or employment litigation in Colorado state courts.
• Aptitude and experience to plan and accomplish goals with efficiency, independence, and creativity, while working with a supervising partner or senior attorney.
• Excellent writing skills coupled with strong analytical skills and the ability to formulate,
consider, and evaluate potential solutions and to execute on chosen strategies.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado
• Team player with a "no task too small" attitude.
• An attorney who is determined, professional, well-informed, knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive, and clear in communication.
To work with GM you should appreciate:
• A team culture of high achievement while enjoying the work and the people you work with
• A client-first mindset and willingness to put in extra effort as client priorities dictate
• Flexibility in how we operate, intended to accommodate a growing and dynamic law firm environment
Benefits and Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $130,000-$160,000 depending on experience. Additional bonus potential $12,000-$35,000. We have a dynamic bonus program for Associate level attorneys which permits time for business development without sacrificing bonus eligibility after achieving 1,800 billable hours.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (part of premium is paid by GM)
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Colorado Bar dues and CLEs
• Possibility of Hybrid Work Schedule
Goodspeed Merrill is located near Lincoln and I-25 in the Meridian Business Park
Salary : $130,000 - $160,000