Senior Litigation Associate

Job Title: Senior Litigation Associate

Location: Denver, CO

Pay Range: $150,000 $180,000 per year

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

The Senior Litigation Associate is responsible for delivering high-quality legal services to clients in alignment with the firm's core values: Collaboration, Authentic Relationships, Respect, Excellence, and Service. This role requires significant litigation experience and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities: Collaboration - Achieving Success Through Teamwork:

• Understand and support the mission, philosophy, and goals of the Firm, including its Mission, Vision & Values.
• Complete administrative and Firm projects as requested by the Directors and/or Firm Administrator.
• Adhere to the Firm's policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook and other guidelines set by Directors and the Firm Administrator.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with staff, attorneys, and Directors.
• Meet the Firm's billable hour requirements, ensuring accurate and timely time entry.
• Demonstrate business generation capabilities and an understanding of the operational aspects of running a law firm.
• Collaborate with the Firm's Marketing Director to develop and implement marketing strategies.
  
  

Authentic Relationships - Establishing And Cultivating Personal Connections

• Maintain professionalism and positive, collaborative relationships with co-workers.
• Exhibit self-starting capabilities and seek diverse projects to enhance legal expertise.
• Demonstrate maturity in handling stressful legal issues for clients.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Fulfill the Firm's Pro-Bono and EDI requirements.
• Follow the Firm's policies on supervising work product and client relations.
  
  

Respect - Thoughtful Conduct Considering Our Impact On Others

• Maintain professionalism in appearance, communication, and workspace organization.
• Provide consistent, thorough communication to supervising Directors and clients as required.
• Maintain confidentiality for all Firm clients and sensitive information.
• Report issues, safety hazards, or concerns to appropriate supervisors promptly.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex legal matters and develop effective strategies for clients.
• Manage cases independently from inception to resolution.
• Offer creative solutions to legal challenges and contribute diverse opinions.
  
  

Excellence - Providing Exceptional Practical Counsel With Integrity

• Possess knowledge, understanding, and genuine interest in applicable laws.
• Exhibit effective written and oral communication skills.
• Continuously improve job performance over time.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and strong research and proofreading abilities.
• Adhere to Colorado Rules of Professional Responsibility at all times.
• Stay informed about changes in laws and regulations.
• Conduct quality legal research and apply knowledge to complex legal issues.
• Draft high-quality legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, contracts, and memoranda.
  
  

Service - Diligently Working to Support Clients, Colleagues, and Communities:

• Exhibit excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate initiative and ownership of projects.
• Provide expert advice on specialized areas of law.
• Independently manage all aspects of litigation, including discovery, depositions, negotiations, trials, appeals, and post-trial work.
• Follow a structured business development and continuing legal education plan.
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree.
• Valid license to practice law in Colorado (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly).
• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience (1st or 2nd chair experience preferred).
• Valid driver's license in Colorado and satisfactory driving record.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, legal research software, time entry software, and document management systems.
• Ability to work productively and collaboratively with others.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a deadline-driven environment.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds, bend, stoop, walk, stand, kneel, and perform other physical activities as needed.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Ability to handle mental, physical, and emotional stress effectively.
• Maturity and sound judgment required to manage emergency situations.
  
  

Work Location:

In-person, Denver, CO