Litigation Associate Attorney, Litigation Associate Attorney

Overview

A leading national labor and employment law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Denver office, supporting both Colorado and California employment litigation matters. The role offers hands-on responsibility across the full lifecycle of employment litigation, exposure to sophisticated clients, and the opportunity to work with multiple partners in a nationally recognized labor and employment practice. The firm seeks a proactive, self-starting litigator who is confident managing cases, eager to take ownership of their work, and motivated to grow within a supportive but high-performing team.

This role provides meaningful responsibility, strong partner support, and the credibility of a nationally respected platform, within a people-first culture. Apply now!

Salary Range: 0,000 - 0,000 / Year DOE

Benefits

• Multiple bonus opportunities, including billable hours, formula-based, and discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) with firm profit-sharing contributions
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid holidays and flexible PTO
• Parental leave, life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance programs
• Access to extensive firm resources, training, and technology innovation tools

• Handle Colorado and California employment litigation matters from start to finish
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery, and initial filings
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations
• Draft and argue motions in state and federal court
• Advise clients on compliance with state and federal employment laws
• Draft and revise employee handbooks, policies, and related materials
• Support client training initiatives and employment-related guidance
• Work with multiple partners across a variety of employment matters through the firm’s case assignment system

• 3 - 6 years of employment litigation experience
• Active bar admission in both California and Colorado
• Experience handling employment law matters; wage & hour exposure is a plus
• Strong drafting, analytical, and legal research skills
• Comfortable managing discovery, depositions, and motion practice
• Excellent academic credentials and writing ability
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter who proactively seeks work and collaborates effectively with colleagues