Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
Litigation Attorney (3+ years experience) Lyons Gaddis, PC is looking for an experienced litigator to join our civil litigation practice group. Our litigation group handles everything from contract and property disputes to torts and complex commercial litigation in all Colorado jurisdictions, including state and federal courts. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of combined experience in civil litigation, arbitration, domestic relations, appellate practice, and/or as a judicial law clerk. Candidates must enjoy working collaboratively with a diverse and collegial team, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be motivated to provide exceptional client-focused service.
Job Details:
Support complex litigation cases from start to finish, including pre-litigation analysis, discovery, depositions, motion practice, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations.
Draft all forms of pleadings and discovery.
Assist with complex discovery issues and high-volume document organization
Conduct legal research and analyze case law to develop legal strategies.
Represent clients in mediation, negotiations, court hearings, depositions, trials, and arbitration proceedings.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary Range:
Compensation is merit-based, as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Our good faith salary range for this position is $110-160K dependent on experience, with an incentive bonus based on productivity which ranges from $10k to $40k or more annually. Our general billing target for associates is 1620 hours per year, which guarantees one or more incentive bonus.
We provide attorneys and staff with generous compensation plus a comprehensive array of benefits. Our current program consists of the following:
COMPENSATION
Competitive annual base salary, merit-based, as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act
Generous objective incentive bonus for attorneys
Industry-leading 401K match up to 12.5% of compensation
10 paid holidays annually
Monthly stipend for CLE, technology, and business development for attorneys
HEALTH AND WELFARE BENEFITS
Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans designed to fit individual needs, including coverage for dependents and spouse/domestic partners
Health savings account for eligible plan participants
Employee Assistance Program
Paid leave for both females and males upon the birth or adoption of a new child
Pre-tax reimbursement accounts for health care and dependent care
Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent daycare expenses
Disability and life insurance
Business casual attire year-round
Once you move beyond the simple comparison of annual salary to annual salary from one firm to another, we are confident you will see the benefits of a long-term career and that the total compensation package here exceeds that offered by our market competitors.
ATTORNEY PERSONAL AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Associate/Shareholder mentor program
Firm-paid continuing legal education
Involvement in firm retreats
Opportunity to work with a variety of practice groups
Early exposure to clients and opportunity for direct involvement in transactions, negotiations, and litigation
About Us:
Lyons Gaddis is a full-service law firm serving Colorado clients for over 50 years. We have offices in downtown Longmont and Louisville with over 30 attorneys specializing in real estate and business law, estate planning, local government practice, litigation, domestic relations, and Colorado water law. Lyons Gaddis is invested in the career development of our attorneys by providing meaningful opportunities for community and firm engagement, mentorship, and participation in policy development and firm planning. All attorneys engage in monthly lunches and an annual retreat intended to support continuing education, professional development, and strong relationships between our various practice groups.