Attorney/Lawyer

We are looking for a driven Attorney/Lawyer to join a boutique criminal defense practice in Denver, Colorado. This role offers the chance to build courtroom and case development experience while working on sensitive, high-impact matters involving law enforcement and public safety professionals. The position is well suited for an early-career attorney who wants to deepen their knowledge of criminal law, constitutional issues, and litigation strategy in a focused practice environment.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the defense of law enforcement officers and other public safety personnel in criminal proceedings and related investigations.
• Research legal issues tied to criminal statutes, constitutional protections, evidentiary questions, and procedural rules to support case strategy.
• Prepare a range of litigation documents, including motions, briefs, pleadings, discovery materials, and internal legal analyses.
• Examine investigative files, witness accounts, discovery productions, and supporting evidence to identify key facts and legal arguments.
• Assist senior attorneys with hearing preparation, trial planning, and courtroom presentation efforts.
• Participate in client updates and case planning discussions to help move matters from initial review through resolution.
• Help develop defense approaches for complex incidents, including use-of-force matters and other critical events subject to criminal scrutiny.
• Support day-to-day litigation activities while managing assignments accurately and professionally in a fast-paced legal setting.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Colorado.
• At least 1 year of legal experience, with exposure to criminal law, litigation, prosecution, or public defense preferred.
• Strong legal writing and research abilities, with the capacity to analyze complex factual and legal issues.
• Ability to draft motions, briefs, and discovery-related documents with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Clear verbal communication skills and the professionalism to work closely with attorneys and clients on sensitive matters.
• Demonstrated interest in criminal defense, constitutional law, and advocacy on behalf of law enforcement or public safety professionals.