Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney (3–4 Years)
Location: Denver, CO
Salary: $260,000 – $310,000

Direct Counsel is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join a leading Am Law firm in Denver. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney with 3–4 years of business litigation experience to work on sophisticated commercial disputes in state and federal courts while collaborating closely with partners and clients.

The ideal candidate is a strong legal writer and oral advocate who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is eager to take on meaningful responsibility in complex litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts.
• Conduct and manage written discovery, document production, and discovery strategy.
• Research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings.
• Take and defend depositions and prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Appear at status conferences and argue motions before state and federal courts.
• Participate in settlement conferences, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate directly with partners and clients to develop litigation strategy and achieve favorable outcomes.
• Manage multiple litigation matters while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and client service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Colorado Bar.
• 3–4 years of commercial or business litigation experience, preferably at a law firm.
• Significant experience handling complex litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Strong experience with discovery, motion practice, depositions, and case management.
• Trial preparation experience and participation in settlement negotiations are preferred.
• Admission to the California Bar is strongly preferred.
• Outstanding legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work directly with clients and partners.

Why Apply?

• Work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters with a highly regarded litigation team.
• Receive meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure early in your career.
• Join a collaborative environment that values collegiality, creativity, professional development, and long-term career growth.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), adoption assistance, backup dependent care, and other firm-sponsored benefits.