Posted 10/20/2026
Job Number: 18191
Employment Litigation Mid to Sr Associate
Denver, Colorado • Hybrid
Industry: Legal Services
Job Category: Legal
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $250,000 - $350,000 / Annually
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Job Description
Position Title: Employment Litigation Mid to Senior Associate
A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Mid-to-Senior Associate to join its Denver office. This role involves managing employment litigation matters across Colorado and Montana, including drafting pleadings, overseeing discovery, conducting depositions, arguing motions, and participating in mediations. The attorney will also advise employers on federal and state employment laws, workplace policies, and compliance matters.
The ideal candidate has extensive employment litigation experience, strong courtroom skills, and the ability to independently manage complex cases while collaborating with partners and clients.
Salary Range: $245,000 – $350,000 / annually, DOE
Responsibilities
- Manage employment litigation matters in Colorado and Montana from inception through resolution
- Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and other legal documents
- Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and participate in trials, evidentiary hearings, and mediations
- Represent employers in disputes involving Title VII, wage and hour claims, harassment, and other employment-related matters
- Advise clients on federal and state employment laws, workplace policies, and regulatory compliance
- Draft and revise employee handbooks, employment policies, and related documentation
- Provide employment law training and practical guidance to clients
- Collaborate with multiple partners and legal teams on a variety of employment litigation matters
Requirements
- Active admission to practice law in both Colorado and Montana
- Minimum of 6 years of employment litigation experience
- Trial or evidentiary hearing experience
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
- Experience handling Title VII, unpaid compensation, wage-related, and harassment claims
- Strong experience drafting pleadings, managing discovery, arguing motions, and conducting depositions
- Excellent academic credentials, legal writing, research, and analytical skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
- Proactive, self-motivated approach with strong client communication and collaboration skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions and profit-sharing opportunities
- Flexible paid time off and paid holidays
- Parental leave and additional insurance benefits
- Health savings and flexible spending account options
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Hybrid work arrangement following initial training
- Professional development, mentorship, and long-term advancement opportunities
If you are an experienced employment litigator licensed in Colorado and Montana who is ready to take ownership of challenging cases while advancing your career with a respected legal team, we encourage you to apply.
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