SMALL BUSINESS ATTORNEY – TRANSACTIONS & LITIGATION
Denver, CO | Hybrid | $110,000 - $150,000/year
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THE ROLE
Represent small businesses in three core areas: entity formation & contracts, dispute resolution, and commercial litigation. Handle everything from LLC docs to courtroom appearances. Partner with clients as their outside general counsel over time.
MUST HAVE
✓ Colorado bar license (active, required)
✓ 3-5 years business law experience
✓ Background in transactions, contracts, or commercial disputes
✓ Strong legal writing and communication skills
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Draft & review business contracts, formation docs, vendor agreements
- Handle business disputes, demand letters, collections
- Take cases through litigation (petition to closure)
- Build client relationships and answer prospective client calls
- Manage billable hours & deliver quality work consistently
COMPENSATION
Base: $110K - $150K/year
Bonuses:
- New client commissions (% of retainers)
- Client retention bonuses
- Hours productivity: $150/hour for 6+ billable hours/day
- Annual bonus: 2.5% salary for 1,380 hours
CAREER PATH
→ Non-equity partner after 5 years
→ Senior counsel/lawyer tracks available
→ Regular salary increases based on performance
CULTURE
- Collaborative, non-hierarchical team
- Zero politics—we work together
- Transparent communication (no surprises)
- We protect our team members' dreams first
- Continuous learning & professional development
WHY US
Partner track in 5 years. Multiple bonus opportunities. Hybrid flexibility. Team culture that values collaboration over competition. Real growth potential.
WHAT WE SKIP
No real estate, estate planning, or securities.
APPLY
Submit: Resume + Colorado bar license proof
Job Type: Full-Time | License: Colorado Bar Required
Pay: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Entity formations, contracts, agreements and licensing: 3 years (Required)
- business “divorces”, breach of contract matters: 3 years (Preferred)
- Business/commercial Litigation: 3 years (Preferred)
- Bar admission to CO: 1 year (Required)
Location:
- Denver, CO 80033 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Denver, CO 80033 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80033
