Core responsibilities:- Conduct consultations with prospective domestic relations and criminal defense clients- Evaluate legal matters and provide thoughtful, strategic legal guidance- Partner closely with the Client Development team to ensure a seamless intake and client onboarding experience- Build rapport with prospective clients while clearly explaining legal options, potential outcomes, and the firm's services- Represent clients in domestic relations and criminal defense matters as part of a small caseload- Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other legal documents- Conduct legal research and develop case strategies- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and other parties- Attend hearings, conferences, mediations, depositions, and other court-related proceedings as needed- Manage case deadlines, filings, and documentation- Assist with discovery, trial preparation, negotiations, and settlement discussions- Maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct- Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, the Client Development team, and staff to provide exceptional client serviceQualifications:- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; minimum 2 years of experience practicing law- Active Colorado law license in good standing- Domestic relations experience; criminal law experience a huge plus- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills- Excellent communication and client service skills- Professional, organized, detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines- Comfortable appearing in court and interacting with clients- Ability to work independently and as part of a team- Preferred experience with Westlaw, Filevine, and Microsoft OfficeBenefitsBurnham Law offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our team both professionally and personally. Medical, dental, vision insurance, including one fully employer-paid medical plan option, and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) when enrolled in an HSA-compatible medical planAncillary benefits, including life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, accident insurance, and critical illness insurancePaid and unpaid time offPaid holidaysFirm-paid parental leave benefit, in accordance with firm policy and in addition to any applicable state or legally required leave benefitsMultiple bonus opportunitiesFirm-paid CLE creditsFirm-paid Colorado Bar Association duesFirm-paid state registration duesFirm-provided quarterly luncheonsMonthly lunch-and-learn sessions to support professional growth and mental wellnessEmployee Assistance ProgramOpportunities for professional development and growthFirm-branded apparel and team gear - yes, the good kind of firm swag!