Top 47 Senior attorney Jobs in Aurora, Co

Assistant Attorney Civil Senior - Litigation
City of Aurora, CO —Aurora, CO
- $125,371 - $195,893 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Retirement plan
10d
Sr Corporate Attorney
New Charter Technologies —Denver, CO
- $170,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- 4 years
- Commercial
14d
Sr Legal Counsel
Sierra Space —Centennial, CO
- $227,611.00 - $312,965.50 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Assistant General Counsel
Denver Health —Denver, CO
- $158,300 - $269,100 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
9d
Senior-level Attorney
York Space Systems —Greenwood Village, CO
- $180,000 - $280,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- US work authorization
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Senior Litigation Attorney l Competitive Salary!
Hiring & Empowering Solutions —Englewood, CO
- From $145,000 a year
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Senior level
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
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Senior Legal Counsel
Janus Henderson —Denver, CO
- $180,000 - $200,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Contract-to-Hire Senior Associate
Adams & Martin Group —Denver, CO
- $72 - $96 an hour
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
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Director, Sr Corporate Counsel
DAVITA —Denver, CO
- $115,000 - $183,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Project management
- Software development
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Associate Attorney
Baker Law Group, LLC —Greenwood Village, CO
- Up to $285,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 8 years
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Counsel Healthcare Operations
Unified Women's Healthcare —Lone Tree, CO
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- HIPAA
- Office
- Senior level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
7d
General Attorney and Senior Attorney
US Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services —Denver, CO
- $74,678 - $163,514 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Bachelor's degree
- Loan repayment program
Senior Assistant City Attorney - Litigation
City and County of Denver —Denver, CO
- $134,933 - $229,386 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Legal Counsel (Legal Services)
Partners Group —Broomfield, CO
- $247,000 - $309,000 a year
- Analysis skills
- Project management
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Government Defense Litigation Attorney
City and County of Denver —Denver, CO
- $134,933 - $229,386 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 3 years
- Project management
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Corporate Counsel - Economic Development & External Relations
Rowan Digital Infrastructure —Denver, CO
- $150,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Senior Counsel Employment
Unified Women's Healthcare —Lone Tree, CO
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Training & development
- Senior level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
6d
Senior Assistant Attorney General/Assistant Attorney General - NRE, Water Resources
State of Colorado —Denver, CO
- $102,099 - $150,556 a year
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
1d
Senior Legal Counsel, Public Sector
MongoDB —Denver, CO
- $140,000 - $275,000 a year
- Remote
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
VP - Senior Counsel
Conifer Realty LLC —Denver, CO
- $225,000 - $260,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Senior level
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Assistant Attorney Civil Senior - Litigation

City of Aurora, CO -
Aurora, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$125,371 - $195,893 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

On-site gym
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Legal advocacy
Cost management
Professional ethics
Legal risk management
Doctor of Law (JD)
Conflict resolution for legal services
Legal research databases
Bar
Managing litigation projects

Full Job Description

JOB LOCATION

15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Salary to be commensurate with experience

The hiring range for this position is $125,371.00 - $156,714.00/annually

The salary range for this position is $125,371.00 - $195,893.00/annually

The deadline to submit applications is August 30, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

All applications must include a Writing Sample, Resume, and Cover Letter. Applications received without these items will not be reviewed.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE

The Assistant Attorney Civil Senior represents the City of Aurora and its employees in complex civil litigation in Colorado state and federal courts. The position manages litigation from initial filing through trial and appeal and serves as lead or supporting counsel as appropriate. Matters may include claims arising under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, the Colorado Law Enforcement Integrity Act, Colorado tort law, the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, and other areas of civil law. The position also provides legal counsel to City departments, advises on claims and risk matters, and may develop or deliver legal training to City employees. The position will be classified as a Senior Assistant City Attorney.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Represents the City and its employees in complex civil litigation in Colorado state and federal courts, serving as lead or supporting counsel as appropriate

Manages assigned litigation through all phases of a matter, including pleadings, discovery, motions practice, hearings, depositions, expert and witness coordination, trial preparation, trial, post-trial proceedings, and appeals

Conducts legal research and prepares persuasive pleadings, briefs, motions, memoranda, legal opinions, and other written materials appropriate to the intended audience

Represents the City in appellate matters, including preparing appellate briefs and presenting oral arguments.

Advises City departments, employees, and leadership on complex legal matters; evaluates legal issues and provides practical, risk-informed counsel based on applicable law and circumstances

Serves as legal counsel to the Risk Management division on claims, governmental immunity, workers’ compensation, and related matters

Represents the City and City employees in administrative and quasi-judicial proceedings, including civil service and career service matters

Develops litigation strategy; evaluates legal and organizational risk; and recommends appropriate courses of action, resolution strategies, or settlement approaches

Advises clients regarding litigation developments, potential exposure, strategic considerations, and recommended actions

Provides legal training and guidance to City employees on litigation-related matters and areas of assigned legal expertise

Responds to legal inquiries from City leadership and City Council and presents legal information in executive sessions as appropriate

Provides guidance, consultation, and subject-matter expertise to attorneys and other staff and contributes to improvements in legal practices, processes, and client service

Performs other related duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Required Experience:

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience practicing civil litigation, including experience serving as lead counsel or in a substantive supporting role in trials, evidentiary hearings, or comparable contested proceedings

Preferred Experience:

Experience representing governmental entities or public-sector clients in civil litigation

Experience litigating matters involving 42 U.S.C. § 1983, the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, the Colorado Law Enforcement Integrity Act, Colorado tort law, or comparable areas of governmental liability

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Applicants must be licensed to practice by the Colorado Supreme Court and be in good standing, or able to obtain admittance within six (6) months of hire date

Applicants must be eligible to become admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court of Colorado, if not already admitted to practice in the District

Applicants must be eligible to become admitted to practice in the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, if not already admitted to practice in the Circuit

Knowledge:

Knowledge of civil litigation principles, practices, and procedures applicable to state and federal courts

Knowledge of substantive areas of law relevant to municipal civil litigation, including governmental liability, constitutional claims, governmental immunity, and tort law

Knowledge of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure, Colorado Rules of Evidence, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal Rules of Evidence, applicable appellate rules, local court rules, and judicial practice standards

Knowledge of legal ethics, professional responsibility, attorney-client privilege, confidentiality requirements, and applicable standards of professional conduct

Knowledge of municipal government operations, public-sector legal considerations, and principles of litigation risk management and dispute resolution

Skills:

Skill in legal research

Litigation and courtroom advocacy skills, including motions practice, witness examination, depositions, evidentiary hearings, trial, and oral argument

Skill in evaluating complex factual and legal issues and developing practical, defensible litigation strategies

Skill in negotiation, dispute resolution, and evaluation of litigation risk

Skill in communicating complex legal concepts clearly and appropriately to attorneys, City leadership, employees, elected officials, courts, and other audiences

Skill in establishing effective professional relationships and providing responsive legal counsel to internal clients

Skill in organizing and managing multiple complex matters, deadlines, and competing priorities

Skill in using legal research databases, electronic case-management systems, and standard office technology

Abilities:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management including executive staff, residents, elected officials, community members, and partner agencies

Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and synthesize complex information into a more useful format for decision-makers

Ability to establish and fulfill goals and objectives

Ability to administer budgets and prepare cost estimates

Ability to effectively litigate civil cases

Ability to creatively solve problems, negotiate, and handle stressful situations in a positive manner

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel

Physical Demands:

Sedentary physical work that involves moving no more than 10 pounds at a time with or without assistance

Occasional pushing, pulling, bending, and stooping

Occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing

Ability to review and interpret reports and other written documents with or without reasonable accommodation

Ability to communicate with employees, opposing council, and other stakeholders with or without reasonable accommodation

Work Environment:

Works primarily in clean, comfortable environment; in an office or courtroom

Equipment Used:

Uses standard office equipment including personal computers and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel, and menu driven databases

This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.

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