Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Family Law Associate Attorney

Location : Denver, Colorado 80202 In office with some hybrid flexibility.

Type : Direct Hire

Billable Hour Requirement : 110 in monthly billable requirements

Job Overview : Our client is seeking a motivated Family Law Associate to join their well-established and highly reputable family law firm in downtown Denver.

This position is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to further develop their skills in family law within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The role offers some flexibility to work from home.

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of legal experience, preferably in family law, and will be ready to handle a variety of family law cases with minimal oversight.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced partners and associates, with a strong emphasis on litigation and client representation.

Key Responsibilities :

Represent clients in a range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and support disputes.

Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare for litigation.

Assist senior attorneys in more complex cases and handle your own caseload with increasing independence.

Attend court hearings, mediations, and trials.

Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Conduct legal research, prepare pleadings, and handle all aspects of litigation, from discovery to trial and appeals.

Provide expert legal advice to clients, ensuring clear communication and effective legal strategies.

Qualifications :

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado.

1+ years of experience in civil litigation, preferably in family law.

Strong research, writing, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or as part of a team.

Firm Reputation : Well known for their outstanding reputation in the legal community.

Work Environment : Collaborative and flexible opportunity that allows for some remote work.

Compensation & Benefits :

$85,00-$95,000 base salary with discretionary annual quarterly bonuses.

Ongoing mentorship and training from seasoned attorneys, and opportunity for growth.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage (100% paid by the firm for the individual).

401(k) match up to 4% with additional profit-sharing opportunities.

Unlimited PTO with self-managed flexibility.

Paid parking, coverage for CLEs, and more!

Please be prepared to submit your updated resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

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 California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.