Employment Litigation Associate

Qualifications: A collaborative employment law firm is seeking one or more associate attorneys to represent employees in discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour, and other employment matters. Attorneys independently manage cases from intake through trial, including discovery, depositions, dispositive motions, agency proceedings, arbitrations, and state and federal litigation. The firm emphasizes meaningful cases, strong advocacy, mentorship, shared strategy, attorney input into firm decisions, and professional growth. Administrative support includes an office manager, receptionist, and paralegal. Active Colorado Bar admission. 3–10 years of civil litigation experience, including at least 3 years in plaintiff-side employment litigation. Strong legal writing, research, analytical, communication, and oral advocacy skills. Experience with discovery, depositions, and summary judgment motions. Trial experience or a strong desire to gain it. Commitment to employee rights, collaboration, continued learning, and a positive sense of humor. Employment or civil rights law experience, wage and hour experience, and Spanish fluency are preferred. Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Denver; relocation assistance is not provided.

Compensation & Benefits: $90,000–$120,000 salary, depending on experience, plus discretionary individual- and firm-performance bonuses. Health, dental, and vision insurance; HSA; parental leave. Paid Colorado attorney registration, PELA membership dues, annual PELA retreat registration, and other CLEs. Flexible hours, four days in the Denver office, and one remote day weekly. Application Diverse applicants are strongly encouraged. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout hiring, and all inquiries are confidential.