Assistant Attorney General - Construction Claims & Dispute Litigation

Assistant Attorney General - Construction Claims & Contract Dispute Litigation

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This position is subject to the Hiring Freeze as outlined in Executive Order D . The selected finalist will have a start date after January 1, 2026. Candidates should be aware that while an offer may be extended, their employment will not commence prior to that date.

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Your Litigation Experience Can Help Shape Colorado’s Infrastructure. Are you a seasoned litigator with a passion for impactful work? Do you thrive in the world of high‑stakes contract disputes and construction claims? If so, the Colorado Department of Law wants you on our team! We’re seeking an exceptional attorney to join our litigation group in support of the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), a large and influential state agency.

The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the “People’s Lawyer.” The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State’s chief lawyer and law enforcement official. Our vision for the Department of Law is: “Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all.”

Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together.

• Represent CDOT in high-impact construction claims and contract disputes.
• Support CDOT’s Outdoor Advertising Program.
• Handle procurement matters and represent CDOT in administrative hearings.
• Lead or participate in arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations. Manage condemnation and inverse condemnation litigation. Draft and negotiate key infrastructure contracts, including P3 agreements.
• Advise CDOT on legal risk, rule making, legislation, and public infrastructure development.

• Manages cases proactively, developing thoughtful litigation strategies and moving matters forward without unnecessary supervision.
• Builds trust with CDOT clients, providing timely, clear, and practical legal advice on construction disputes, procurement issues, and infrastructure development.
• Collaborates effectively with engineers, project managers, and colleagues across the Department of Law to understand technical issues and advance shared goals.
• Communicates with precision, producing strong written work and delivering persuasive advocacy in negotiations, hearings, and litigation.
• Exercises sound judgment, particularly in evaluating risk, assessing settlement options, and advising on complex policy or contract issues.
• Contributes positively to the team, modeling professionalism, curiosity, and a commitment to improving systems and outcomes.
• Demonstrates resilience and adaptability, managing a diverse and dynamic caseload while maintaining a solutions-oriented mindset.

The Department of Law uses a wage progression compensation model. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Attorneys with less than 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General I (AAG I). Effective July 1, 2025, the salary range for an AAG I is $88,197–$117,964 per annum.

Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney may be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). Effective July 1, 2025, the AAG II salary range is $102,099–$136,558 per annum. Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.

• Be admitted to the Colorado bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application.
• Brings at least 5 years of robust litigation experience.
• Has a strong background in construction claims and contract law.
• Is a sharp…