Labor & Employment Associate – Management Side
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Job Location:
Denver, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: Denver CO
Work setup: On-site
Experience: 35 years
Salary: $165000 $190000 base (OTE $250K$380K)
About the Role
Join a thriving Denver law practice as a Labor & Employment Associate focused on the management side. Youll balance litigation and advisory work handling cases that range from wrongful termination and harassment claims to wage & hour matters. This role gives you the chance to guide clients through complex employment challenges while shaping strategy from the earliest pleadings to trial preparation.
What Youll Do
Take ownership of management-side employment law matters representing employers across diverse industries
Oversee litigation from initial filings to motions discovery depositions and hearings
Provide actionable advice on employment policies compliance and workplace best practices
Draft pleadings motions and discovery documents with precision
Work directly with partners and clients to craft strategies and analyze complex legal issues
Participate in hearings and trial prep with opportunities to contribute in first-chair responsibilities
What Were Looking For
35 years of experience in management-side labor & employment law
JD from an accredited law school
Colorado bar admission or a UBE score of 276
Strong experience in both employment litigation and counseling
Proven ability to draft pleadings motions and manage discovery
Self-starter with excellent written and oral communication skills
Comfortable in a fast-paced client-facing environment
Not immediately seeking partnership or rainmaker expectations
Bonus Skills
Experience with NLRA collective bargaining or wage & hour class/collective actions
California bar admission
Deposition experience
Why This Role Stands Out
Competitive Pay & Bonus Potential: Base $165K$190K plus uncapped bonus; OTE $250K$380K
Hands-On Case Leadership: Lead high-impact employment matters from start to finish
Diverse Workload: Litigation and advisory work keeps your practice broad and engaging
Supportive Collaborative Team: Partners value independence initiative and thoughtful legal judgment
Growth Opportunities: Develop your career at your pace with mentorship and skill expansion
Sperton Global
This recruitment process is managed by Sperton Global a Norwegian-owned global recruitment firm on behalf of our client.
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