Attorney

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced attorney to manage a caseload of personal injury matters, from pre-litigation through trial. The ideal candidate is confident in the courtroom, skilled in research, writing, and legal strategy, and dedicated to achieving the best results for clients.

• Manage a docket of personal injury cases from intake through resolution
• Prepare demands, motions, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Develop a case strategy and advise clients accordingly
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and insurance carriers
• Supervise support staff as necessary (e.g., paralegals, case managers)
• Maintain accurate and timely case records using legal case management software
• Get the appropriate legal documents ready for clients, such as brief, motions, and pleadings, as well as correspondence
• Advise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of action
• Determine case strategies and solutions to serve clients’ needs after analysis
• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Colorado and in good standing
• Litigation experience, preferably in personal injury
• Demonstrated trial and courtroom experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment with little supervision
• Client-focused, ethical, and driven to achieve justice
• Decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must
• Able to work independently while handling multiple files
• Candidates must currently be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred
• Successful completion of accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree with 2 years of related experience
• Strong knowledge of legal research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis products is required