Senior Employment Litigation Attorney / Counsel

Location: Denver, Colorado Compensation: $205,000–$255,000 Annually Position Level: Senior Associate / Counsel Practice Area: Management-Side Employment Litigation Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Sophisticated Employment Litigation. Exceptional Compensation. Meaningful Career Growth. Are you an experienced employment litigation attorney looking for an opportunity to take your career to the next level? She Recruits is partnering with a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm seeking an accomplished Senior Employment Litigation Attorney or Counsel to join its Denver, Colorado, office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigator who enjoys sophisticated legal work, values collaboration, and wants to contribute meaningfully to an established national employment law practice. With a competitive salary ranging from $205,000 to $255,000, this position offers an attractive opportunity for attorneys considering their next career move. Why Consider This Opportunity? Competitive Compensation: $205,000–$255,000 annually Senior-Level Opportunity: Senior Associate or Counsel, depending on experience National Law Firm Platform: Work within an established labor and employment practice Sophisticated Litigation: Handle complex employment disputes involving employer clients Professional Growth: Opportunity to assume significant litigation responsibilities Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced employment attorneys Denver Location: Build your career in a major and growing legal market

About the Role: As a Senior Employment Litigation Attorney or Counsel, you'll represent employers in a broad range of employment-related disputes. You'll have the opportunity to manage substantive litigation matters, develop case strategies, and work closely with clients and colleagues to deliver practical legal solutions.

Key Responsibilities: Represent employers in state and federal employment litigation. Handle matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and other employment-related claims. Manage litigation from initial case assessment through resolution. Conduct and defend depositions. Oversee discovery, document review, and case preparation. Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other substantive legal documents. Participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trial preparation. Develop litigation strategies and provide practical legal guidance to employer clients. Collaborate with partners, associates, and legal support professionals. Mentor junior attorneys when appropriate.

Qualifications: RequiredJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Active Colorado bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission. Substantial employment litigation experience. Strong litigation skills, including depositions, discovery, and motion practice. Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities. Ability to manage complex matters with a high degree of independence. Strong communication, client service, and organizational skills.

Preferred: Management-side employment litigation experience. Prior experience practicing in a law firm environment. Experience defending employers in state and federal courts. Experience handling sophisticated employment disputes. Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently and collaborate with litigation teams.

Compensation: Annual Base Salary: $205,000–$255,000 Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and the level at which the attorney joins the firm. Who Would Thrive in This Role? This opportunity is particularly well-suited for an attorney who: Enjoys complex employment litigation and substantive legal work. Is ready for increased responsibility and professional autonomy. Wants to continue developing within a respected national law firm. Values collaboration and strong client relationships. Is interested in contributing to the growth and success of a Denver employment litigation practice. Is considering a long-term career move at the Senior Associate or Counsel level.

Explore Your Next Career Opportunity: If you're an experienced employment litigator looking for competitive compensation, sophisticated legal work, and an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. Apply today to learn more about this Senior Employment Litigation Attorney / Counsel opportunity in Denver, Colorado. She Recruits is conducting this search confidentially on behalf of a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm.