Litigation Associate Attorney

Litigation Attorney

Location: Lakewood, CO
Employment Type: Full-Time

Please note: This position will be fully onsite for one year, and then may be performed as a remote role.

Position Overview

Our client is a Colorado-based law firm providing legal services to community associations (HOAs) and businesses throughout the state. The firm focuses on governance, covenant enforcement, collections, litigation, and risk prevention.

They are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join their Litigation Practice Group. This role involves managing a varied litigation caseload, with a primary focus on insurance defense and community association-related matters, as well as real estate and business disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage district court matters and select county or administrative cases from intake through trial, settlement, or appeal
• Conduct case evaluations, discovery, legal research, and drafting of pleadings and motions
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, strategy, and risk assessment
• Lead and participate in client meetings as required
• Contribute to firm business development initiatives

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in the state of Colorado
• 7–10 years of litigation experience, preferably including district court trials and/or insurance defense
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently from start to finish

Required Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• High attention to detail and accuracy under deadlines
• Sound judgment, discretion, and independent decision-making
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Practice Master, NetDocuments, or similar legal software preferred
• Portable book of business is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution
• Profit-sharing plan

Additional Information

This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with significant responsibility, client interaction, and long-term growth potential.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution
• Profit-sharing plan