Attorney with 2-6 years of litigation experience

Higgins Hopkins McLain & Roswell•Denver, CO

22h•$110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC was just voted as a "Best Place to Work" by the Denver Business Journal! HHMR is a busy Denver firm specializing in construction litigation. We are looking for attorneys with litigation experience, to join our team. Construction litigation experience is a plus, but is not required. This is an opportunity to work with experienced lawyers who are recognized as experts in this field. Come join our congenial, team-oriented firm! Compensation- $110,000+ annually depending on experience The firm provides these exceptional benefits: Discretionary year-end bonus PLUS billing-based production bonus Health insurance, including convenient Teledoc options Dental insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance Options to purchase vision, life insurance, accident, critical illness Underground parking 401k with 4% matching after six months Membership in the Colorado Defense Lawyer's Association Colorado Supreme Court annual dues Unlimited personal and vacation days Hybrid home/office options Litigating construction defect and/or general liability cases Immediate hands-on experience with depositions, motions, mediation, trial preparation, etc. Active involvement in case handling strategy Mentorship and training is available, as needed Direct communication with clients and their insurers

Requirements

Must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and hold a valid license to practice law in Colorado
A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a civil litigation law firm
But at the very least, a sincere interest in learning and practicing construction-related law is necessary.
Proficiency in online 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

Nice To Haves

Construction litigation experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Litigating construction defect and/or general liability cases
Immediate hands-on experience with depositions, motions, mediation, trial preparation, etc.
Active involvement in case handling strategy
Direct communication with clients and their insurers