Associate - Litigation

BakerHostetler seeks a litigation associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its Litigation Practice Group in Denver. Candidates should have a broad litigation background, familiarity with Colorado courts, rules, and procedures, and strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. Deposition experience and exposure to commercial, intellectual property, and/or energy litigation are preferred but not required.

The associate will work on commercial, intellectual property, energy, insurance, and class action matters, gaining broad exposure while developing the skills and experience to shape a more specialized practice over time.

The role offers substantive responsibility from day one, including direct client communication, depositions, mediations, case strategy, and ownership of key aspects of matters. The associate will work closely with seasoned litigators and national practice leaders, combining sophisticated work with individualized mentorship, hands-on learning, and real-time feedback.

Qualifications Include:
• 2–5 years of broad litigation experience.
• Experience practicing in Colorado courts and understanding Colorado rules and procedures.
• Experience with legal research, drafting, discovery, and other aspects of litigation and case management.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral communication skills.
• A strong academic record, having earned a J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited law school.
• Admission to the Colorado Bar or eligibility to waive into Colorado.

Preferred Experience:
• Experience taking depositions.
• Exposure to complex commercial, intellectual property, and/or energy litigation.

Ideal candidates will have the following attributes:
• Keen attention to detail and strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to self-manage while working effectively in a team environment.
• Clear and concise written and oral communication skills with clients and team members.
• An ability to collaborate with attorneys across practices and offices on complex matters.
• A desire to assume meaningful responsibility and develop strong litigation judgment.
• Intellectual curiosity and an interest in gaining experience across multiple areas of litigation.

Why BakerHostetler?
• Work closely with nationally recognized litigators and firm-wide practice leaders in Denver, with an emphasis on hands-on learning and professional development.
• Work across commercial, intellectual property, energy, insurance, and class action matters.
• Gain practical experience through client interaction, depositions, mediations, and case strategy.
• Receive ongoing mentorship, training, and real-time feedback.
• Access firmwide resources for business development and long-term career growth.

Location:
This position is in Denver, CO.

Salary:
The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $230,000 - $280,000. The salary offered is decided by a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, education/training, geographic region, and relevant skills. Associates also take part in a performance- and hours-based bonus program. BakerHostetler offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including group health, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays (11 days), paid time off, 401(k) plan, parental leave (10 weeks, not including disability, where applicable), family care program, wellness program, life and accident insurance, and short and long-term disability.

Application Submission Information:

Qualified Candidates – Self-Apply:
Please apply via link in posting and attach your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

Search Firms:
If your search firm has a fully executed search firm agreement in place with BakerHostetler, please submit application materials including introduction, resume, law school transcript and writing sample to Dana Hale, Recruiting Manager, at [email protected]. If your search firm does not have a fully executed search firm agreement in place with BakerHostetler, please submit only blind candidate profiles to Dana Hale at [email protected].


Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.


Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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