Attorney Jobs in Colorado

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Insurance Defense Attorney

As an Insurance Defense Attorney at Liberty Mutual, you'll join a diverse team that values a healthy work/life balance and enjoy benefits that include eligible performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible...

Treeline Dental

Front Office / Patient Advocate

Join our expanding dental practice, where cutting-edge technology meets exceptional patient care! We specialize in a variety of services, including general dentistry, pedodontics, periodontics,...

Baumgartner Law Associate Attorney

  • Denver, CO
  • 5 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 5 hours ago

We are seeking an associate attorney with experience in general civil litigation, The ideal candidate should have minimum 5 years litigation experience, strong organizational skills, attention to detail...

Patient Financial Advocate Bilingual

  • Brighton, CO
  • 5 hours ago
  • Brighton, CO
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description: A Patient Financial Advocate (PFA) provides financial counseling to uninsured/ underinsured patients, by determining eligibility for IMH patients and individuals in the...

Municipal Prosecutor I

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 9 hours ago

Enters into plea negotiations with defendants or their attorneys during pretrial conferences. Provides legal guidance to Police Department and other City departments....

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $19.25 USD per hour ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life...

Nursing Informatics Advocate

  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 19 hours ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day One Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Our promise to you: Joining...

Customer Advocate

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 19 hours ago

Does this position interest you? You should apply even if you dont match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're...

Class Action Project Attorney Specialist

  • Denver, CO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 23 hours ago

liability class action litigation and mass tort matters....

Remote Work

Associate Attorney

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

A top-notch trial firm is seeking Associate Attorneys with 2-6 years of civil litigation experience to join their team....

Assistant Attorney General - False Claims Unit

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Independently manage a caseload of investigations and active litigation in state and federal court....

Hybrid Patent Prosecution Attorney

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Patent Prosecution Attorney - Remote options available for relocation!...

Remote Work

Energy Attorney

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

About the Role: We are seeking a skilled Energy Attorney with at least three years of experience to join a dynamic and growing legal team in Denver, Colorado....

Patent Attorney

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Attorney to join a client's dynamic intellectual property team....

Intellectual Property Attorney

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Technology Transactions Associate Attorney Our client is an Am law 200 firm, seeking a technology transactions associate for its Corporate Services Group in Washington, DC, Denver, St....

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Colorado

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Colorado offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.2%
Bachelor's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in Colorado
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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