Associate Attorney

Tyson & Mendes•Denver, CO

2d•$100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Denver, Colorado team. The role offers substantive litigation experience and meaningful responsibility on sophisticated civil defense matters, with opportunities to develop case strategy, handle discovery and depositions, write and argue motions, communicate with clients, work with experts, participate in mediation, prepare cases for trial, and take on increasing ownership as skills develop. Associates work with experienced litigators in a smaller local practice backed by the resources, training, technology, and national network of a larger firm. The firm offers access to its Trial Academy and APEX methodology and describes a flexible work model with remote, hybrid, or onsite options. The practice includes catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death, trucking and transportation, construction defect, premises liability, professional liability, commercial litigation, automobile liability, and other complex civil defense matters.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active Colorado Bar license.
At least 2 years of insurance defense experience.
1–8 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation.
Ability to independently manage a full caseload from discovery through trial.
Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Self-motivation and strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
Professional appearance and demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Insurance defense experience involving general liability, trucking and transportation, construction defect, premises liability, personal injury, professional liability, or related civil defense matters is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results.
Set a higher standard by challenging mediocrity and pursuing excellence in all aspects of the work.
Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials.
Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels.
Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients.
Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys, contributing to team growth and success.
Handle litigation assignments involving discovery, case evaluation and strategy, expert work, client communication, mediation, and trial preparation.

Benefits

Base salary of $100,000–$150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Annual billable-hours bonus starting at $10,000 and increasing by $7,500 for each additional tier.
Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost; stated average annual employer contribution for health, vision, dental, and life coverage is $700–$1,700.
401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%.
Student loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings plan for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm.
$100–$200 per month (the description does not specify what this payment covers).
Paid parental leave at base pay.
Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.
In-house training and leadership development opportunities.
Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees.
Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.
Defined pathway to partnership.
Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.
Firm-wide charitable giving program.
Social and off-site events throughout the year.
Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options.