Attorney At Law

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. • Colorado Springs, CO, US

Posted 9 months ago

Description

Our law firm is looking for an attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base. The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm’s clients, administrative staff, and senior partners. If you have the ability to handle a diverse caseload, have stellar research and writing skills, can communicate effectively, and use today’s technology well, please start your application today!

Responsibilities

Manage a docket of personal injury cases from intake through resolution
Prepare demands, motions, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents
Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
Develop a case strategy and advise clients accordingly
Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and insurance carriers
Supervise support staff as necessary (e.g., paralegals, case managers)
Maintain accurate and timely case records using legal case management software

Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence
Identify client conflicts and determine case strategies with options for resolution
Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings
Manage administrative assistants, paralegals, and law clerks
Provide legal counsel to clients by analyzing their needs and determining a proper course of action

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in Colorado and in good standing
Minimum of 3–5 years of litigation experience, preferably in personal injury
Demonstrated trial and courtroom experience
Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment with little supervision
Client-focused, ethical, and driven to achieve justice

Public speaking, decision-making, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are necessary for this role
Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
Over 1 year of experience representing clients in a law firm
Able to work independently while handling multiple files
Successful completion of accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree with 2 years of related experience

Compensation

$110,000 - $190,000/year

About The Bussey Law Firm, P.C.

Admitted to the Bar in 1991, Timothy Bussey is an experienced criminal and civil trial lawyer who has been a prosecutor, defense attorney, Active-Duty Judge Advocate with the US Air Force, and a District Attorney in El Paso and Teller County. His knowledge of criminal law can help you through the often-confusing process of being charged and arrested with felonies, drug crimes, and misdemeanors on or off military bases. Timothy Bussey’s experience as an Active-Duty Judge Advocate has also allowed him to provide skilled criminal defense to defendants charged on military bases, including Fort Carson, Peterson, Cheyenne Mountain, Schriever Air Force Base, and the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA).