Associate Attorney

Sue My Landlord

Associate Attorney

Greenwood Village, CO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Our firm is seeking a passionate and dedicated consumer protection litigator to advocate for tenants living in unsafe or uninhabitable housing. The ideal candidate has experience independently managing civil litigation matters and maintaining detailed time records. This role is perfect for an attorney who thrives on meaningful advocacy, communicates effectively with clients and courts, and is confident in all aspects of litigation. If you’re ready to use your legal skills to fight for those who need it most, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: • Represent tenants in habitability and housing claims, ensuring their rights are protected. • Develop case strategies and supervise paralegals and case managers. • Review lease agreements, building codes, and habitability laws to build strong and persuasive legal arguments. • Zealously advocate against defendants seeking to minimize or avoid accountability. • Communicate regularly with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and courts to advance cases efficiently. • Draft and file motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and legal briefs. • Conduct depositions, argue motions, and represent clients at hearings and trials. • Maintain strong client relationships through clear, compassionate, and frequent communication. • Assist with firm growth through process improvements, system reviews, and staff mentorship. • Stay informed on housing law developments, community issues & events, and regulatory changes to identify new opportunities and ensure compliance with evolving laws. Qualifications: • Licensed to practice law in Colorado and in good standing with the Colorado Bar. • Litigation experience required, including: Minimum of two jury or bench trials, at least 10 depositions, and 2 fully briefed motions for summary judgment. • Strong drive to learn habitability laws, tenant rights, and housing regulations. • Exceptional legal research, writing, and negotiation skills. • Ability to manage a significant caseload with minimal supervision. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management software. • Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Compensation: $90,000 - $100,000 yearly plus bonus incentives

    • Represent tenants in habitability and housing claims, ensuring their rights are protected. • Develop case strategies and supervise paralegals and case managers. • Review lease agreements, building codes, and habitability laws to build strong and persuasive legal arguments. • Zealously advocate against defendants seeking to minimize or avoid accountability. • Communicate regularly with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and courts to advance cases efficiently. • Draft and file motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and legal briefs. • Conduct depositions, argue motions, and represent clients at hearings and trials. • Maintain strong client relationships through clear, compassionate, and frequent communication. • Assist with firm growth through process improvements, system reviews, and staff mentorship. • Stay informed on housing law developments, community issues & events, and regulatory changes to identify new opportunities and ensure compliance with evolving laws.

  • Compensation
    $90,000-$100,000 per year