Associate Attorney

Job description:

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. Excellent research, writing, and independent thinking skills are essential. Candidates will have the opportunity to handle the day-to-day responsibility for all aspects of the matters on which they work, from pre-litigation analysis and client recommendations through trial and appeal.

Duties/Responsibilities

· Litigation

· Investigating/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 skills

Required Skills/Qualifications:

· Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree.

· Experience: 3 years of solid experience in law firms of litigation.

· Commercial litigation experience, specifically in the areas of construction, bad faith defense, and surety. We have had success with associate attorney candidates that played competitive team sports in the past.

Licensure & Certification: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado.

· Ability to handle fast paced workload and add value to multiple projects simultaneously.

· Ability to use “hands-on” approach to research, problem-solving, and client relations.

· Comfortable with technology.

· Creative, positive thinker with a good sense of humor.

· Must be outgoing, collegial, and collaborative.

· Qualifications include distinguished academics from ABA Accredited Law School, strong writing skills, a keen attention to detail.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must.