Litigation Attorney - 5+ years experience

Attorney with 5+ years of Civil Litigation Experience

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC is a busy litigation firm serving the needs of the construction industry. We have a full-time position available now for an attorney with 5+ years of civil litigation experience. Construction litigation experience, and particularly construction defect experience, is preferred, but not required. We are looking for someone who can take the lead on construction defect and/or general liability cases, with support and mentorship from the firm. Work alongside experienced lawyers in our collaborative and congenial office and enjoy fantastic benefits. Join the team!

Compensation- $115,000+ yearly, depending on experience. 

Benefits

• Discretionary year-end bonus and billing-based production bonuses are available. 
• Health insurance, including convenient Teledoc options
• Dental insurance
• Short term and long-term disability insurance
• Options to purchase vision, life insurance, accident, critical illness
• Parking
• 401k with 4% matching after six months
• Unlimited personal and vacation days 
• Hybrid office/remote options

• Handle construction defect and/or general liability cases independently, with mentorship and training as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients and their insurers throughout the legal process.
• Direct and implement the case handling strategy, draft motions, attend court proceedings, settlement conferences, take depositions, and try cases, commensurate with your experience.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates in the firm.

• Must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and hold a valid license to practice law in Colorado.
• Should have a minimum of 5 years of prior experience working in a civil litigation law firm.
• While experience in construction defect or general casualty law is preferred, it is not mandatory.
• Proficiency in legal research software.
• Must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills are a must.