Careers

You want more than just a job. We strive to create a dynamic environment full of growth and opportunity. You’ll find meaningful and rewarding work, deep collaboration, supportive colleagues, and both personal and professional satisfaction.

If you’re a problem solver looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we invite you to learn more about our firm.

For all positions, benefits include competitive salary, firm-paid medical benefits, vision, 401K match up to 12.5%, and vacation, sick, and holiday pay are included in the salary.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@lyonsgaddis.com

Litigation Attorney (4+ years)

Lyons Gaddis, PC is looking for an experienced litigator to join our civil litigation practice group. This start date for this position is flexible. Our litigation group handles everything from contract and property disputes to torts and complex commercial litigation in all Colorado jurisdictions, including state and federal courts. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of combined experience in civil litigation, arbitration, domestic relations, appellate practice, and/or as a judicial clerk. Candidates must have experience managing cases from intake through trial, enjoy working collaboratively with a diverse and collegial team, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be motivated to provide exceptional client-focused service.

Job Details:

Support complex litigation cases from start to finish, including pre-litigation analysis, discovery, depositions, motion practice, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations.
Draft all forms of pleadings and discovery.
Manage complex discovery issues and high-volume document organization.
Conduct legal research and analyze case law to develop legal strategies.
Represent clients in mediation, negotiations, court hearings, depositions, trials, and arbitration proceedings.

Salary Range:

Compensation is merit-based, as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Our good faith salary range for this position is $135-160K dependent on experience, with an incentive bonus based on productivity which could range from $0 to $40K or more. Our general billing target for associates is 1620 hours per year, which guarantees one or more incentive bonus.

Benefits:

Firm-paid medical benefits, vision, 401K match up to 12.5%, vacation, sick, and holiday pay are included. All attorneys receive a CBA CLE Elite pass, discretionary ledger funds for professional development, tools, and resources, and cell phone stipend. Flexible working arrangements and office space available in both Longmont and Louisville.

Real Estate/Business Transaction Attorney

Lyons Gaddis has an opportunity for a Colorado attorney to join its busy and expanding real estate and business transaction group.

Ideal candidates will have 4–8 years of experience as a licensed attorney, including a minimum of 3 years of substantive experience in real estate and/or business transactions, representing landowners, developers, investors, individuals, and businesses. The right candidate is ready to manage sophisticated matters independently, help mentor junior associates, and take on a leadership role within the group. Candidates with an established community reputation or existing clientele in the Denver metro, Boulder County, Weld County, or Fort Collins area—and the desire to grow a book of business—are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates must also be motivated to provide exceptional client service, have sound professional judgment, and value personal and professional growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Salary Range:

Compensation is merit-based, as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Our good faith salary range for this position is $130,000–$150,000 dependent on experience. The position also includes the opportunity to earn an incentive bonus based on productivity, which could range from $0 to $25K or more.

COMPENSATION

• Competitive annual base salary, merit-based, as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act
• Generous objective incentive bonus for attorneys
• Industry-leading 401K match up to 12.5% of compensation
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Monthly stipend for CLE, technology, and business development for attorneys

HEALTH AND WELFARE BENEFITS

• Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans designed to fit individual needs, including coverage for dependents and spouse/domestic partners
• Health savings account for eligible plan participants
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid leave for both females and males upon the birth or adoption of a new child
• Pre-tax reimbursement accounts for health care and dependent care
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent daycare expenses
• Disability and life insurance
• Business casual attire year-round

Once you move beyond the simple comparison of annual salary to annual salary from one firm to another, we are confident you will see the benefits of a long-term career and that the total compensation package here exceeds that offered by our market competitors.

ATTORNEY PERSONAL AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Associate/Shareholder mentor program
• Firm-paid continuing legal education
• Involvement in firm retreats
• Opportunity to work with a variety of practice groups
• Early exposure to clients and opportunity for direct involvement in transactions, negotiations, and litigation

Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@lyonsgaddis.com.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

We provide attorneys and staff with generous compensation plus a comprehensive array of benefits. Our current program consists of the following:

COMPENSATION

Competitive annual base salary, merit-based, as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act
Generous objective incentive bonus for attorneys
Industry-leading 401K match up to 12.5% of compensation
10 paid holidays annually
Monthly stipend for CLE, technology, and business development for attorneys

HEALTH AND WELFARE BENEFITS

Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans designed to fit individual needs, including coverage for dependents and spouse/domestic partners
Health savings account for eligible plan participants
Employee Assistance Program
Paid leave for both females and males upon the birth or adoption of a new child
Pre-tax reimbursement accounts for health care and dependent care
Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent daycare expenses
Disability and life insurance
Business casual attire year-round

ATTORNEY PERSONAL AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Associate/Shareholder mentor program
Firm-paid continuing legal education
Involvement in firm retreats
Opportunity to work with a variety of practice groups
Early exposure to clients and opportunity for direct involvement in transactions, negotiations, and litigation