Greenberg Traurig

Commercial Litigation - Associate (Junior) - Denver

Greenberg Traurig$210K — $230K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of litigation experience
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Strong organizational abilities
  • Experience in legal analysis and drafting briefs
  • Familiarity with discovery processes and depositions
  • Good standing with the Colorado Bar

Responsibilities

  • Assist with various litigation tasks within the Denver office
  • Analyze complex legal issues and draft legal documents
  • Summarize factual situations for case preparation
  • Pursue discovery and manage evidence collection
  • Participate in depositions, both defending and taking them
  • Represent clients in state and federal court appearances
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on strategic litigation plans

Benefits

  • Discretionary bonus potential
  • Health insurance with optional HSA
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and flexible spending accounts
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Generous vacation and sick leave
  • Employee assistance program
  • Optional voluntary insurance programs (e.g., pet insurance, critical illness)
  • Commuter and transit programs available in select markets
Full Job Description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for an Associate in the Litigation Practice of our Denver office.  We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.  GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the Associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries across the country. 

Job Requirements:
Applicants should have 2-3 years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have excellent academic credentials, writing skills and organizational abilities. Preferred candidates will have experience analyzing legal issues, drafting briefs, summarizing factual situations, and pursuing discovery, as well as assisting with and/or taking and defending depositions, and appearing before state and federal courts. Candidates must be in good standing with the Colorado Bar. 

 

Practice Summary:
Greenberg Traurig's litigation team is distinguished by its depth of experience handling sophisticated disputes across a broad range of industries and forums, including complex commercial litigation, class actions, employment matters, regulatory disputes, real estate litigation, and high-stakes trial work. The team represents clients ranging from Fortune 50 companies to emerging businesses, delivering strategic counsel in state and federal courts, arbitrations, and multidistrict proceedings nationwide. With a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, our litigators help clients navigate their most challenging legal and business issues while remaining focused on practical, results-oriented solutions. Backed by the resources of a global law firm and a strong presence in Colorado, Greenberg Traurig offers associates the opportunity to work on impactful matters alongside nationally recognized trial lawyers and industry leaders.

 

To apply, submit your resume, cover letter, law school transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable), and a writing sample.

Submissions from search firms will only be accepted through our web portal for third party submissions; for access, contact [email protected].

The expected pay range for this position is:

$210,000 to $230,000 per year

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

About Greenberg Traurig

Greenberg Traurig is a global law firm with approximately 2200 attorneys and governmental affairs professionals in 40 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The firm was founded in Miami, Florida in 1967 by Larry J. Hoffman, Mel Greenberg and Robert H. Traurig. The firm has a broad range of practice areas, including corporate and securities, real estate, litigation, and tax. Greenberg Traurig is known for its work in the entertainment industry, and has represented clients such as Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake, and Madonna. The firm has also been involved in high-profile cases, such as the defense of former Enron CEO Jeffrey Skilling.
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