Mid-Senior Level Wage & Hour Associate

A premier national labor and employment law firm is seeking a highly skilled Mid-Senior Level Wage & Hour Associate to join their growing Denver office. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven attorney to manage complex wage and hour matters and collaborate with a team that values excellence and professional development.

In this role, you will handle class and collective actions under the Colorado Wage Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act, advise clients on regulatory compliance, and represent clients in litigation matters from inception to resolution. The firm is looking for a proactive, self-motivated attorney who excels at managing multiple cases and delivering top-tier client service.

Salary Range: $175,000 - $230,000 / year DOE

Mid-Senior Level Wage & Hour Associate Responsibilities:

Manage wage and hour class and collective action litigation, including case strategy and client communications

Draft and respond to discovery, initial pleadings, dispositive motions, and agency position statements

Represent clients in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials

Interpret and apply Colorado Department of Labor and Employment and U.S. Department of Labor regulations and guidance materials

Advise clients on compliance with wage and hour laws and related employment regulations

Work closely with multiple partners across varied case types, leveraging the firm's free market system to select preferred cases

Mid-Senior Level Wage & Hour Associate Requirements:

4+ years of wage and hour litigation experience, including class and collective action cases

Licensed and in good standing with the Colorado State Bar

Strong knowledge of the Colorado Wage Act and Fair Labor Standards Act

Experience interpreting state and federal wage and hour regulations

Excellent academic credentials with strong legal writing and analytical skills

Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment

Comfortable drafting and arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions

Prior experience in a labor and employment-focused law firm

Strong client advisory experience related to workplace policies and compliance is preferred

Benefits:

Competitive base salary

Billable Hour Bonus

Formula Bonus and Year-End Discretionary Bonus

401(k) with profit-sharing contribution

Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA Plans

Unlimited PTO

Paid Parental Leave, Profit Sharing, Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance

Paid Holidays

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