Associate Attorney - Landlord-Tenant & Collections Litigation

Why This Is a Great Opportunity Build a real legal career with hands-on litigation experience, frequent court appearances, and direct client/case involvement Join a busy, well-established Colorado law office with a strong niche in landlord-tenant law, collections, and community association litigation Enjoy a practical, down-to-earth office culture with casual attire, free on-site parking, and regular business hours Receive training from experienced attorneys and staff while taking on meaningful responsibility early Grow with a firm that may offer profit-sharing opportunities based on billable time Partnership opportunity may be available for the right long-term fit

Location:

This is a full-time, on-site role in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. This position is not remote or hybrid, and candidates must be able to commute reliably to the office.

Note:

Candidates must be currently licensed to practice law in Colorado at the time of hire. Litigation, collections, landlord-tenant, eviction, or community association experience is preferred, but the key requirement is a Colorado license, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced legal environment. About Us We are a small, established, and busy Colorado law office focused on landlord-tenant law, community association litigation, and collections. Our team values professionalism, responsiveness, practical problem-solving, and attorneys who want a true career path rather than just another job. Confidential Employer. Job Description Represent landlords, property managers, and community associations in eviction, collection, and litigation matters Make regular court appearances and communicate with opposing parties, defendants, clients, and internal team members Prepare pleadings, motions, correspondence, notices, and other legal documents Handle a fast-paced caseload while staying organized, proactive, and responsive Work closely with partners, attorneys, and staff to learn firm processes and case strategy Take initiative in moving matters forward efficiently and professionally Support litigation, collections, and landlord-tenant matters from intake through resolution Contribute to a team-oriented office where reliability, follow-through, and attention to detail matter Qualifications Active Colorado law license required Litigation experience preferred Collections, eviction, landlord-tenant, or community association experience is a plus Strong writing, communication, organization, and multitasking skills Comfortable with court appearances and direct contact with clients and opposing parties Able to work on-site full-time in Wheat Ridge, CO Team player who can accept training, take initiative, and thrive in a busy legal environment Why You Will Love Working Here You will get practical courtroom and litigation experience early You will work in a focused legal niche with consistent demand across Colorado You will be part of a smaller team where your work has visible impact You will have a career path with potential long-term growth and partnership opportunity You will work in an informal, professional office environment with casual attire, free parking, and a collaborative team You will have regular office hours and the ability to build a legal career while still having a life outside the office

JPC-1075

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional) This role is on site at the Wheat Ridge, CO office. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N In what city/state do you currently reside? What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

litigation or collections: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CO bar license (Required)

Work Location:

In person