Associate Attorney

Overview

National law firm Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP seeks an associate attorney with 2 to 7 years' experience in civil litigation to join the new Denver office of the firm. Civil and/or commercial litigation experience, especially in federal courts, is preferred; and previous judicial clerkship experience is strongly preferred. Excellent written advocacy skills and valid Colorado Bar license required.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of civil litigation matters, including defending insurance carriers in complex, multi-party insurance coverage and bad faith litigation.
• Defend architects, engineers, general contractors and subcontractors in construction defect matters.
• Advise and defend employers in various labor and employment cases.
• Defend transportation, hospitality, real estate and other companies in personal injury matters (from minor to catastrophic).
• Gain practical, hands-on experience at every stage of litigation—from initial advice and counsel through trial, arbitration and/or appeal.

Qualifications

• 2 to 7 years' experience in civil litigation (preferably federal courts).
• Excellent written advocacy skills.
• Active Colorado Bar license.
• Previous judicial clerkship strongly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Base pay range: $125,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types: Annual Bonus

Why Thompson Coe?

• 70+ years of service to clients regionally and nationally.
• Recognized by Best Lawyers as one of the Best Law Firms for 13 consecutive years.
• 250+ attorneys with offices in multiple cities.
• Formal mentorship and training programs for associates and senior attorneys.
• Transparent progression to partner levels.
• Quarterly bonuses based on hours billed.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid parental leave, 401(k) and profit sharing, along with health, vision and dental insurance.

Employment details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Associate
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice

We are not working with outside recruiters for this position. We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis. Equal opportunity employer.