Fully Remote Insurance Defense Attorney

Compensation: Up to $180,000 Base Salary + Bonus
Job title: General Liability Attorney
Location: Colorado (Fully Remote)
Practice Area: Insurance Defense | Civil Litigation | Electric Utility Liability
Experience: 5+ years
About
I’m partnering with an established litigation-focused law firm seeking an attorney interested in developing expertise in electric utility liability defense. This opportunity offers exposure to technically complex, high-impact litigation involving utility-related accidents, catastrophic injuries, wildfire claims, and property damage.
Additionally, you'll have tons of support and a transparent partnership track opportunity that'll greatly increase your earning potential.
Responsibilities
Manage electric utility tort defense matters from initial investigation through resolution.
Conduct and participate in field examinations, factual investigations, and evidence preservation.
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, briefs, and other legal documents.
Conduct legal research, prepare for and take depositions, and develop litigation strategies.
Handle court appearances, hearings, trial preparation, and appellate work as appropriate.
Evaluate claims involving catastrophic injuries, wildfires, electrical contacts, vehicle accidents, structure fires, and easement disputes.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active bar admission in Colorado.
Experience in insurance defense, civil litigation, tort defense, or a related litigation practice is preferred.
Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and case management skills.
Genuine interest in learning and handling electric utility liability claims is essential.
Willingness to participate in occasional field investigations and other case-related activities as needed.
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between $150,000 to $180,000. Factors that may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits
Medical insurance (two plan options with partial employee coverage)
Dental insurance
401(k) retirement plan (4% employer match, 100% vested from day one)
Three weeks of combined paid sick and vacation time
Telehealth services and patient advocacy support
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
$25,000 life insurance coverage offered by the firm

Work arrangement
Yes