Litigation Associate at Roth Staffing Companies in Lakewood, Colorado

Job Description:

Job Title: Litigation Associate



Practice Area: Commercial Defense and Insurance Defense



Location: Denver, Colorado 80228



Type: Full-time, Initially On-site



Experience: 1-3 or 4-7 years



Billable Hours: 1850 hours annually



Overview: Our client is looking for a Litigation Associate focused on insurance defense. You'll run cases


with partner support, emphasizing self-starting, down-to-earth demeanor, and expertise in law and motion, research,


discovery, and depositions. Grow with them as they offer an excellent professional development and room for growth.



Responsibilities:

• Independently manage cases with partner support, emphasizing self-direction and initiative.


• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.


• Handle discovery, including drafting and responding to requests.


• Conduct depositions and attend hearings.


• Progress to handling mediations and other case aspects as you grow.


• Collaborate with partners, associates, and paralegals in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.


• Admission to the Colorado Bar.


• 1-3 years or 4-7 years of experience in litigation, preferably in commercial and/or insurance defense.


• Strong litigation skills, including law and motion practice, legal research, and drafting pleadings and motions.


• Experience with discovery, including drafting and responding to requests.


• Ability to conduct depositions and attend hearings independently or with minimal supervision.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented


• environment.


• Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative in case management.


• Commitment to professional growth and development within the firm.


• Familiarity with Colorado court procedures and litigation practices is a plus.

Compensation:



Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 (depending on experience).


Bonuses: Discretionary


Team-oriented culture and working with a Partner.


Opportunity for growth and mentorship.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Apply Now