Commercial Litigation Attorney

SIVAD Consulting

. Handle a broad mix of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, breach of warranty, mechanic's lien claims, bond claims, and business torts .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $250,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive litigation expertise, including managing complex commercial disputes from filing to resolution, drafting legal documents, and executing litigation strategies in state and federal courts. Strong ability to mentor junior associates and build client relationships while ensuring compliance with court rules.

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Litigation ExperienceTrial Or Arbitration ExperienceBreach Of Contract LitigationDeposition Taking And DefendingClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Drafting Legal DocumentsLitigation Strategy DevelopmentDiscovery ManagementMotions PracticeTrial PreparationBusiness Torts LitigationMechanic's Lien ClaimsBond ClaimsInterrogatoriesRequests For Production

Soft Skills

MentoringCommunicationClient Relationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsIndependent Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Admitted To Colorado BarGraduated From An Accredited US Law School

Industry Keywords

Commercial DisputesColorado State CourtsFederal CourtsBusiness DevelopmentSettlement Conferences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle a broad mix of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, breach of warranty, mechanic's lien claims, bond claims, and business torts
Own matters from the first filing through resolution, including trial and arbitration
Develop and execute litigation strategies in state and federal court
Draft and argue dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal documents
Prepare and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, corporate representatives, and expert witnesses
Lead discovery, motion practice, and trial or arbitration preparation
Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, hearings, arbitrations, and trials
Maintain regular communication with clients and opposing counsel about case developments and litigation strategy
Track deadlines, manage caseloads efficiently, and ensure compliance with court rules and scheduling orders
Mentor and supervise junior associates and legal staff
Participate in business development and client relationship activities
Work closely with hiring partners and the Denver office head to support growing work volume
Build and grow client relationships using the firm's business development support

Requirements

What you’ll need

6–10 years of progressive litigation experience
Admitted to the Colorado bar; admission expected within about one month may be accepted
Currently authorized to work in the United States
No sponsorship is available
Stable tenure history strongly preferred
Experience litigating breach of contract and business tort matters
Experience taking and defending depositions
Ability to independently manage complex litigation matters end-to-end
Trial or arbitration experience
Experience with mechanic's lien and bond claims, especially under Colorado statutes, is a bonus
Experience in Colorado state and federal courts is a bonus
Portable client relationships are a bonus
Graduated from an accredited US law school
Entrepreneurial approach suited to smaller or boutique firms

Benefits

Comp & perks

$500 personal marketing budget
Department business development resources
Dedicated business development professional
Hybrid work arrangement