Special Districts Attorney

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (5+ YEARS)Posted by The Lawt on behalf of our clientSalary Range: $140,000 – $170,000 (depending on experience)WHO THIS ROLE IS FORThis opportunity is a strong fit for an attorney who enjoys sophisticated, high-impact work in local government and is ready for a more sustainable, long-term platform without compromising the caliber of the work.You may be coming from a firm where:Billable expectations are high and the pace is constant, and you want a more sustainable model without stepping down in qualityClient access is limited, and you are ready for greater ownership of relationships and outcomesYour practice is spread across multiple areas, and you are looking to focus more deeply on local government, special districts, or land useABOUT THE FIRMOur client is a Colorado-based local government law firm with a long-standing team that has worked together for decades.The practice is intentionally focused. The firm represents:Special districtsMunicipalitiesIntergovernmental authoritiesOther local government entitiesThe throughline is clear. Attorneys here align with their clients’ priorities and play a direct role in shaping and supporting the communities they serve.THE ROLEThis position offers substantive, hands-on legal work across a range of local government matters, with partner guidance and a clear path to increased responsibility.Attorneys in this role:Draft contracts, ordinances, resolutions, and memorandaAdvise boards, councils, and public entitiesWork directly with clients and professional consultantsParticipate in meetings with governing bodiesThe role includes occasional travel throughout Colorado and some evening meetings with client boards and councils.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSLicensed attorney in Colorado, in good standingJ.D. from an accredited law school5+ years of experience in a law firm or similar settingStrong legal research, writing, and analytical skillsAbility to communicate effectively with clients, boards, and stakeholdersStrong organizational skills and attention to detailSound judgment with the ability to work independently and collaborativelyPREFERRED EXPERIENCEExperience serving as general counsel to special districts or municipal entitiesBackground in real estate, land use, or related regulatory workComfort working directly with boards, councils, or public bodiesCOMPENSATION & GROWTHAnnual salary reviews tied to performance and growthBonus opportunities, including up to 3% of base salary and additional performance-based incentives tied to billable hours401(k) with profit sharing, including a 4% match and up to 5.7% discretionary contributionHEALTH & WELL-BEING100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision (base plans)Self-managed PTO with autonomy and accountability12 paid holidaysLife insurance (1x salary)Long-term disability and optional short-term disabilityWORKPLACE & CULTUREFlexible work environment with remote optionsOn-site gym, locker room, and tenant loungeConvenient Lakewood location within walking distance to restaurantsFree surface parking with optional garage parking$50/month cell phone reimbursementCostco membershipDISCLAIMERThis description is intended to provide an overview of the role and is not a comprehensive list of responsibilities.