Position Overview

A reputable boutique firm in Colorado is looking to find an experienced Family Law Associate Litigation Attorney. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse legal matters in a hybrid work environment (2 days WFH/week!). The firm is looking for a dynamic attorney with a strong litigation background who can manage cases independently while also working effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 25-40 active family law and probate matters from intake through final resolution, including dissolution of marriage, allocation of parental responsibilities, parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance, guardianships and conservatorships (including emergency matters), and probate administration and litigation.
• Draft, review, and file a wide range of pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, discovery requests and responses, and other court filings, ensuring compliance with applicable rules, statutes, and deadlines.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, status conferences, and trials, advocating effectively to achieve favorable outcomes while balancing legal, financial, and personal considerations.
• Provide strategic legal counsel and compassionate guidance to clients navigating complex and emotionally sensitive family law issues, maintaining consistent communication throughout the life of each matter.
• Collaborate with firm leadership, paralegals, and support staff to develop case strategy, evaluate risks and settlement opportunities, negotiate resolutions, and deliver high-quality legal services in a fast-paced practice environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Licensed and in good standing with the Colorado State Bar.
• Experience: 3-10 years of litigation experience, preferably in family law and probate litigation
• Skills: Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
  • Excellent legal research and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Professional Attributes: Self-motivated, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.

Required Work Hours

Full-time position, with flexible work arrangements allowing for hybrid work, requiring 3 days per week in the office.

Benefits

Benefits include a flexible work from home policy (2 days WFH/week), health insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer matching.

Salary

The salary range for this position is $100,000-$140,000/year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity.

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, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.