Lawyer

Description

Our law firm is looking for an experienced District Court and insurance defense attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base and be a member of the litigation practice group.

The Attorney will manage litigation cases, including insurance defense matters and plaintiff and defense litigation involving claims of all types, but often related to breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, FHAA complaints, covenant enforcement, judicial foreclosures, and other real estate matters.

The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm's clients, administrative staff, and senior partners. If you have the skills to handle a diverse caseload, have stellar writing skills, can communicate effectively with clients, and use today's technology well, please start your application today.

Responsibilities

• Management of district (some county and administrative) court cases through all phases, including evaluation, intake, discovery, settlement, trial, and appeal phases
• Research and writing
• Respond to client inquiries regarding status of pending matters
• Meet with clients as necessary
• Participate in firm business development activities
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required

Qualifications

• License to practice Law in Colorado
• Five to seven years district court trial experience and / or an insurance defense background
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy
• Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels and keep it "real"
• High level of initiative and foresight in completing assigned projects
• Excellent grammar, spelling, editing, writing, and verbal skills
• Work requires continual attention to detail in composing and proofing materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle competing tasks and demands
• Strong computer skills including : Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
• Knowledge of Practice Master or other client management software preferred
• Knowledge of Worldox or other document management software preferred
• Portable book of business a plus
• English Proficiency - speaking, reading, and writing
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