Senior Litigation Attorney

1 week ago


Reston, Virginia, United States Goodspeed Merrill Full time

At Goodspeed Merrill, we are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic and rapidly growing law firm. As a seasoned professional with a proven track record in complex commercial, real estate, and employment litigation, you will play a key role in leading high-stakes matters in Colorado state courts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead Complex Litigation: Strategically manage and lead high-stakes commercial, real estate, and employment litigation matters in Colorado state courts.
  • Strategic Leadership: Serve as a key advisor to clients and the firm, providing strategic direction and counsel on complex legal issues.
  • Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and collaborate with attorneys, fostering their professional development and ensuring the highest quality of work.
  • Client Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring proactive communication throughout the litigation process.
  • Efficient Caseload Management: Oversee and efficiently manage a substantial caseload with a focus on timely and successful outcomes.
  • Business Development: Actively participate in business development efforts to expand the firm's litigation practice and enhance client relationships.

Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of active litigation experience, with substantial expertise in commercial, real estate, and employment litigation.
  • Extensive trial experience and a demonstrated ability to lead complex litigation from inception through resolution.
  • Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in Colorado.
  • Exceptional writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
  • A strategic thinker with a proven ability to lead and mentor teams.
  • Strong leadership and client management skills, with a focus on providing innovative, solution-oriented legal strategies

Benefits and Compensation:

  • Compensation: Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience, with a range starting at $150,000 - $180,000
  • Performance Bonuses: Significant bonus potential tied to both billable hours and contributions to business development ($12,000 - $35,000)
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability (with partial firm-paid premiums).
  • Additional Benefits: 401(k) plan, flexible paid time off, and firm-covered Colorado Bar dues and CLEs, hybrid work schedule.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for advancement in a growing firm.

Goodspeed Merrill is a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm committed to providing top-notch legal services to our diverse client base. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction, we take pride in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. GM attorneys are known for sound judgment and decision-making along with outstanding problem-solving skills. GM is where passion meets excellence.

GM is seeking an accomplished Senior Litigation Attorney with a minimum of 10 years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate is a seasoned attorney with a proven track record in complex commercial, real estate, and employment litigation. We are looking for a leader who thrives in a high-achievement culture, values collaboration, and is committed to both team and client success.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead Complex Litigation: Strategically manage and lead high-stakes commercial, real estate, and employment litigation matters in Colorado state courts.
  • Strategic Leadership: Serve as a key advisor to clients and the firm, providing strategic direction and counsel on complex legal issues.
  • Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and collaborate with attorneys, fostering their professional development and ensuring the highest quality of work.
  • Client Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring proactive communication throughout the litigation process.
  • Efficient Caseload Management: Oversee and efficiently manage a substantial caseload with a focus on timely and successful outcomes.
  • Business Development: Actively participate in business development efforts to expand the firm's litigation practice and enhance client relationships.

Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of active litigation experience, with substantial expertise in commercial, real estate, and employment litigation.
  • Extensive trial experience and a demonstrated ability to lead complex litigation from inception through resolution.
  • Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in Colorado.
  • Exceptional writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
  • A strategic thinker with a proven ability to lead and mentor teams.
  • Strong leadership and client management skills, with a focus on providing innovative, solution-oriented legal strategies

To work with GM you should appreciate:

  • A team culture of high achievement while enjoying the work and the people you work with
  • A client-first mindset and willingness to put in extra effort as client priorities dictate
  • Flexibility in how we operate, intended to accommodate a growing and dynamic law firm environment

Benefits and Compensation:

  • Compensation: Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience, with a range starting at $150,000 - $180,000
  • Performance Bonuses: Significant bonus potential tied to both billable hours and contributions to business development ($12,000 - $35,000)
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability (with partial firm-paid premiums).
  • Additional Benefits: 401(k) plan, flexible paid time off, and firm-covered Colorado Bar dues and CLEs, hybrid work schedule.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for advancement in a growing firm.

GM is conveniently located near Lincoln and I-25 in the Meridian Business Park



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