What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at McCarthy & Holthus?
Join our dynamic team at McCarthy & Holthus, where your expertise will drive impactful legal solutions, and you will be supported by an unmatched collaborative work environment. We practice law in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. Our York, Nebraska office supports all locations.
As an attorney at McCarthy & Holthus, I can say with confidence that this firm stands out in the industry as a beacon of professional excellence and personal satisfaction. The depth of expertise and collaborative spirit across the firms multi-jurisdictional footprint creates an environment where legal challenges are met with innovative solutions and where each attorneys input is genuinely valued. T. Frazier, Partner
Position Overview-
- Manage legal aspects of the firms litigation practice.
- Portfolio management of an average of 50-75 active litigation cases focusing on pretrial practice, trial practice, and appellate practice with an emphasis on case oversight, strategic planning, client communication, document management, risk assessment, and settlement negotiations.
- Serve as lead counsel during stages of litigation focusing on pre-litigation, pleadings, discovery, trial preparation, trial attendance, post-trial, and appeals.
- Guide operational staff in implementing procedural changes and approve these changes as needed.
- Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on the firms needs and on your career development/progress.
Experience and Competencies
Required-
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
- License to practice law in Colorado
- 3-5 years of experience as lead counsel representing financial institutions in contested litigation
Our ideal candidate will bring with them-
- Admission to practice before all three Colorado federal districts
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Superior organizational skills
- Proficiency in legal research applications such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, or other related systems.
- Experience in managing contested default cases and banking litigation specific to the jurisdiction
What you can look forward to-
Benefits-
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Work Options
- Professional Development
- Wellness Programs
- Additional Perks
- Salary Range- $90,000 To $125,000 per year and is commensurate with factors such as experience, education, certifications, location, tenure, internal equity, and market conditions.
Physical Demands-
- Frequently required to sit, talk, or hear.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, handle, or feel
Work environment-
Typical office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level.
Work Schedule-
Typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This hybrid position requires onsite presence in our Centennial, Colorado location 2-3 days per week after a 90-day training period and upon management approval.
If you are interested in applying, please apply through our website:
https://mccarthyholthus.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-openings.php?search=true&&cust_sort1=200442
McCarthy Holthus, and our affiliate companies, are Equal Opportunity Employers. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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