Litigation Attorney (Construction Defect) - Denver, CO

Experience: 3+ Years

Schedule: In-office to start, hybrid thereafter

Compensation: $150,000-$225,000 base + discretionary bonus

PTO: Unlimited PTO

Licensing: Active Colorado Bar license in good standing required

About the Opportunity

Our client, a highly respected plaintiff-side litigation firm in Denver, is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join their growing team. Known for its strong reputation in construction defect litigation, this firm offers a collaborative environment, high-quality case work, and meaningful opportunities to develop as a trial lawyer.

Key Responsibilities

Manage plaintiff-side construction defect cases from intake through resolution

Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery; argue motions in court

Conduct and defend depositions, including experts

Develop case strategies and maintain proactive client communication

Assist with trial preparation and, when appropriate, participate in trial

Work closely with partners, associates, and legal support staff to advance case progress

Qualifications

Minimum 3+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally including construction defect, PI, or complex litigation

Trial experience is a major plus (trial prep, second-chair, or first-chair)

Licensed in Colorado, active and in good standing

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Excellent legal writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills

Ability to manage a litigation caseload independently and efficiently

Work Environment & Culture

In-office to start, with a hybrid work schedule available after onboarding

Collegial, team-oriented atmosphere with strong mentorship

Opportunity to grow into more trial work quickly

Well-established reputation within the construction defect legal community

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $150,000-$225,000, depending on experience

Discretionary annual bonus

Unlimited PTO

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan/ 401k

CLEs, bar dues, and professional development support

Please be prepared to submit your updated resume, writing sample, professional references, and law school transcripts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.