A nationally recognized litigation firm with a growing insurance defense and civil litigation practice, is seeking anAssociate Attorneyto join their team in Colorado. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with at least three years of civil litigation experience who is ready to independently manage cases while receiving mentorship from accomplished trial attorneys. Candidates may live anywhere in Colorado as long as they maintain an active Colorado law license and are comfortable working in a flexible hybrid environment.
What You'll Do as the Associate Attorney: Independently manage a civil litigation caseload from assignment through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents
Take and defend depositions
Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings
Develop litigation strategy in collaboration with experienced attorneys
Build trusted relationships with clients while delivering high-quality legal work
Handle matters involving insurance defense, general liability, commercial litigation, premises liability, trucking, first-party property claims, and related civil disputes
Support both Colorado matters and opportunities across a national litigation platform
Must-Haves as the Associate Attorney: Active Colorado law license
Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience in a law firm
Insurance defense and/or civil litigation experience
Ability to independently manage an active litigation docket
Experience with motion practice, discovery, and depositions
Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills
Excellent organization and time management abilities
Self-starter who takes ownership and requires minimal day-to-day supervision
Stable employment history demonstrating commitment and professional growth
Nice-to-Haves as the Associate Attorney: Licensed in Texas and/or Arizona
Experience with commercial casualty, trucking, premises liability, or first-party property litigation
Trial preparation or courtroom experience
Interest in long-term career growth within a national firm
This Role Offers: Base salary generally ranging from $110,000-$145,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Flexible hybrid work environment
Unlimited PTO philosophy built on trust and accountability
Clear partnership track with a strong history of promoting from within
Direct mentorship from accomplished trial attorneys and firm leaders
Meaningful case ownership from day one
Collaborative, open-door culture where attorneys are supported and never left on an island
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Professional development opportunities
Strong work-life balance without unnecessary micromanagement
