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Commercial Litigation Associate - Denver

FOLEY & LARDNER LLP

Denver, COJob$260–310K/yrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$260–310K/yr
Location
Denver, CO
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Active Colorado Bar MembershipDoctorate

Job overview

Foley & Lardner seeks a commercial litigation associate with 3–4 years of business litigation experience for its Denver office. The role involves complex business litigation in state and federal courts, including discovery, court filings, depositions, witness preparation, conferences, and motion arguments. Trial preparation and settlement experience are preferred. Applicants must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and be an active Colorado Bar member in good standing; California Bar admission is strongly preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Business LitigationPersuasive Legal WritingOral AdvocacyWritten DiscoveryDocument DiscoveryLegal ResearchDrafting PleadingsDrafting MotionsCourt FilingsDepositionsWitness PreparationStatus ConferencesMotion ArgumentSettlement NegotiationsTrial PreparationInterpersonal SkillsWork EthicPartner and Client Interaction

Qualifications

3+ Years Business Litigation ExperienceJuris DoctorABA-Approved Law SchoolActive Colorado Bar MembershipCalifornia Bar AdmissionStrong Academic Credentials

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Foley & Lardner is seeking an associate with 3-4 years (Class of 2022-2023) of business litigation experience to join the Commercial Litigation Practice Group in our Denver office. Qualified candidate must be a persuasive legal writer and oral advocate and will have substantial experience with complex business litigation matters in state and federal courts, including conducting and managing written and document discovery, researching and drafting pleadings, motions and other court filings, conducting/defending depositions, preparing witnesses for testimony, appearing for status conferences, and arguing motions in both state and federal court. Participation in settlement conferences and negotiations and experience with trial preparation is preferred. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, an exceptional work ethic, and must be comfortable having direct interaction with partners and clients. We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated lawyer, who has demonstrated an ability to thrive in a sophisticated practice in a busy, collaborative environment, to assist with advancing the long-term strategic objectives of our Litigation Department. We value collegiality, creativity, and intellectual curiosity among our lawyers and seek to make the practice both professionally and personally rewarding. Strong academic credentials are required. Applicants must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and must be in good standing and an active member of the Colorado Bar. In addition to being admitted in Colorado, admission to the California Bar is strongly preferred. In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The expected salary range for this position is $260,000-$310,000. Actual pay will be determined based on education, experience, internal pay equity at Foley, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents. Foley & Lardner LLP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Apply at: https://ipc.us/t/59B5EABC629348E4.

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