Ritsema Law · 1 day ago
Associate
Fort Collins,CO,US
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$80K/yr - $125K/yrRitsema Law is a law firm that represents employers and insurance carriers in various states. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join their team in Fort Collins, Colorado, focusing on workers' compensation cases, legal research, and client representation.
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Responsibilities
Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs related to workers' compensation cases
Represent clients in workers' compensation hearings, mediations, and trials
Manage client communications and provide legal advice regarding workers' compensation claims
Develop case strategies and legal arguments to effectively advocate for clients
Participate in client meetings, settlement negotiations, and administrative proceedings
Ensure compliance with all legal standards and regulations related to workers' compensation law
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the Colorado, Arizona, and/or Utah State Bar(s)
Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
Experience with drafting and reviewing legal documents
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
High level of professionalism and ethical standards
The appropriate candidate must be able to handle a large volume of files successfully and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment
Professional and effective communication with various clients, insurance adjusters, judges, physicians, and other various professionals as well as team members, inclusive of senior attorneys, paralegals, and staff
Independently conduct research and analyze various case laws, rules, and statutes, including but not limited to the Colorado Workers' Compensation Act and Rules of Procedure for application and clear communication of same
Understand and apply legal analysis to provide effective counsel to clients
Review and analyze voluminous medical records and discovery and combine them with legal analysis, resulting in client summaries and status updates
Assist the supervising attorney with litigation preparation and strategy by drafting written discovery requests and responses, completing document redaction, conducting potential witness interviews, and addressing other assigned tasks relevant to litigation and discovery on a case-by-case basis
Excellent organization and prioritization skills
Must have Juris Doctor degree. Admitted to one or more of the following: Colorado, Arizona, and/or Utah Bar(s)
Strong legal research skills are essential for navigating complex legal issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary for interacting with clients, insurance companies, and the court
Strong negotiation skills are crucial for settling cases and reaching favorable outcomes for clients
You need strong analytical skills to assess cases, gather evidence, and develop legal strategies
Familiarity with the insurance industry and claims processes is valuable
Proficiency in using computer software and legal research databases (like Lexis or Westlaw) is expected
Preferred
Experience with general liability defense, workers' compensation subrogation, or related fields is preferred but not required
Experience with medical terminology and language is preferred but not required
While not required, experience in workers' compensation law is highly beneficial
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (2 out of 3 health plans fully paid for employees)
Retirement savings plan with employer match
Continuing legal education (CLE) opportunities
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Mentorship opportunities for newer associates
Paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible work arrangements
Paid garage parking with 3 days in-office
Casual but professional work environment
Company
Ritsema Law
The attorneys of Ritsema Law actively represent Colorado, Arizona, Florida, Utah and Wyoming employers and insurance carriers in insurance defense, workers' compensation and Medicare set-aside matters.
Founded in 1993
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Craig Campos
Partner
Derek Frickey
Partner
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