Summary: This attorney is a member of the litigation practice group. The Attorney will
manage litigation cases including insurance defense matters, and plaintiff and
defense litigation involving claims of all types but often related to breach of
fiduciary duty, breach of contract, FHAA complaints, covenant enforcement,
judicial foreclosures, and other real estate matters.
Essential Responsibilities:
Management of district (some county and administrative) court cases through all phases
including evaluation, intake, discovery, settlement, trial, and appeal phases
Research and writing
Respond to client inquiries regarding status of pending matters
Meet with clients as necessary
Participate in firm business development activities
Consistent and on-time attendance is required
Qualifications and Skills:
License to practice Law in Colorado
Seven to ten years district court trial experience and/or an insurance defense background
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations. Position continually
requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy
Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels and keep it “real”
High level of initiative and foresight in completing assigned projects
Excellent grammar, spelling, editing, writing and verbal skills
Work requires continual attention to detail in composing and proofing materials,
establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle competing tasks and demands
Strong computer skills including: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
Knowledge of Practice Master or other client management software preferred
Knowledge of NetDocuments or other document management software preferred
Portable book of business a plus
English Proficiency – speaking, reading, and writing
ADA:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
Must be able to focus on a computer screen for multiple hours at a time.