Litigation Attorney (Real Estate and HOA)

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a high impact litigation role with real ownership of cases from intake through trial and appeal
• Build a niche, in demand practice focused on community association, real estate, and related litigation
• Work with a well established Colorado firm that is known for deep subject matter expertise and long term client relationships
• Competitive base salary plus bonus potential, strong benefits, and long term upside with profit sharing
• Join a team that values professionalism, responsiveness, and “keeping it real” with clients and colleagues

Location

Lakewood, Colorado. This is an on site role with the opportunity to move into a hybrid schedule after about 1 year, based on performance and business needs.

Note:

You must be licensed to practice law in Colorado and bring 7+ years of district court trial experience and or an insurance defense background.

About Our Client

Our client is a premier Colorado law firm focused on community associations and covenant controlled communities, advising thousands of associations across the Front Range, mountain, and resort areas. They also support for profit businesses through a dedicated business law practice, with multiple offices across the state.

Job Description

• Manage district court litigation (with some county and administrative matters) through all phases including evaluation, intake, discovery, settlement, trial, and appeal
• Handle matters often involving breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, FHAA complaints, covenant enforcement, judicial foreclosures, and other real estate related disputes
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other high quality legal writing product
• Conduct legal research and develop practical case strategy and recommendations
• Communicate directly with clients and respond to status inquiries with urgency and clarity
• Meet with clients as needed and represent them professionally in hearings, conferences, mediations, and trials
• Participate in business development activities and help deepen long term client relationships
• Maintain consistent and on time attendance and operate with strong ownership and follow through

Qualifications

• Active Colorado bar license and good standing
• 7+ years of district court trial experience and or an insurance defense background
• Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle competing deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication and high attention to detail
• Confident, tactful, and professional with clients, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders
• Strong computer skills including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• English proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, short term disability, long term disability, life, AD and D, 401(k) with employer contribution, and profit sharing
• Annual compensation reviews and merit based bonus consideration
• A specialized litigation practice that stays consistently active and intellectually engaging
• Team oriented environment with autonomy, trust, and partner support when needed
• Clear expectations, high standards, and a client service mindset that is respected in the market

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