Husch Blackwell

Associate Attorney - Litigation

Husch Blackwell$145K — $160K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-8 years of litigation experience
  • Active Colorado bar license
  • Strong legal writing and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy and consistency
  • Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational discipline
  • Experience in commercial, construction, or real estate litigation is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage and advance an active litigation caseload
  • Draft, review, and finalize motions, briefs, pleadings, and correspondence
  • Take and defend depositions
  • Contribute to trial preparation and case strategy
  • Provide structured legal analysis and practical client guidance
  • Communicate proactively with clients and team members regarding case status and deadlines
  • Maintain organized case materials and meet deadlines consistently

Benefits

  • Quarterly Bonus Potential tied to clear objective metrics
  • Medical Insurance with 75% employer coverage
  • Dental and Vision Insurance with 50% employer coverage
  • 100% employer-paid Life Insurance and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Parental Leave for bonding
  • Attorney Student Loan Support Program
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching up to 3.5%
  • Discretionary Paid Time Off and Holiday pay
  • Support for State Bar dues and CLEs
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in a growing firm
Full Job Description
What You'll Do
  • Independently manage and advance an active litigation caseload
  • Draft, review, and finalize motions, briefs, pleadings, and correspondence
  • Take and defend depositions
  • Contribute to trial preparation and case strategy
  • Provide structured legal analysis and practical client guidance
  • Communicate proactively with clients and team members regarding case status and deadlines
  • Maintain organized case materials and meet deadlines consistently

What We're Looking For
  • 4-8 years of litigation experience
  • Active Colorado bar license
  • Strong legal writing and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy and consistency
  • Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational discipline
  • Experience in commercial, construction, or real estate litigation is a plus

We value attorneys who are dependable, proactive, and committed to producing work that reflects care, precision, and accountability.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary Range - $145,000 - $160,000 (depending on experience)
  • Quarterly Bonus Potential - from 3% to 16% of total realized revenue with no billable hour requirements. Bonuses are tied to clear objective metrics, offering substantial earning potential for high performers.
  • Medical Insurance (Employer pays 75% employee only)
  • Dental Insurance (Employer pays 50% employee only)
  • Vision Insurance (Employer pays 50% employee only)
  • Life Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
  • Parental Leave (Bonding)
  • Short-term Disability Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
  • Long-term Disability Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
  • Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Life, and Hospital Indemnity options.
  • Attorney Student Loan Support Program (financial assistance toward student loans)
  • 401(k) plan - with Employer matching up to 3.5%
  • Discretionary Paid Time Off
  • Holiday pay (9 days / year)
  • State Bar dues and CLEs
  • Professional Growth - Opportunities for advancement in a growing firm.

If you take pride in doing careful, high-quality litigation work and want to be part of a growing team that values precision, accountability, and professional development, we encourage you to apply.

About Husch Blackwell

Husch Blackwell is a full-service litigation and business law firm with attorneys across the United States. The firm represents national and global leaders in major industries that include agribusiness, food and beverage, energy, financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, real estate, and technology. Husch Blackwell has a strong reputation for providing exceptional client service and has been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion. The firm has also been recognized for its pro bono work and community involvement.
Learn more about Husch Blackwell
Size
700 employees
Industry
Founded
1916

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