303-776-9900You 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
Current Attorney Openings
REAL ESTATE AND 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 at least 2 years of experience in real estate, corporate, and/or general transactional work representing landowners, developers, individuals, and/or businesses. Candidates must also be motivated to provide exceptional client service, have sound professional judgement, 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 $115-190 K dependent on experience. The position includes the opportunity to earn an incentive bonus based on productivity, which could range from $0 to $25K or more.
Benefits:
Competitive salary, firm-paid medical benefits, vision, 401K match up to 12.5%, vacation, sick, and holiday pay are included.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@lyonsgaddis.com
GOVERNMENT PRACTICE GROUP:
Lyons Gaddis has an opening for an experienced attorney to join the firm’s local government practice group, primarily representing school districts and special districts. The ideal candidate will have at least eight to 20 years of experience in the public sector or related work, with a preference for specific experience in labor/employment and a desire to practice employer-side negotiations/collective bargaining labor work. Candidates will be passionate about providing exceptional client service and developing strong client and community connections, and they will either live in the extended Denver metro area or be willing to relocate.
Lyons Gaddis has served the needs of Colorado clients for over 50 years. We have a team-oriented culture with an unrelenting commitment to be the best at what we do. The position will include direct client interaction, with some evening meeting attendance and negotiations/collective bargaining labor work. If you are interested in joining our team and your background aligns with our needs for this position, please reply with a letter of introduction and a resume to careers@lyonsgaddis.com. We look forward to hearing from you. Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, generous 401(k) match, paid time off, and incentive bonus. In addition, we offer other employee-paid insurance options.
Salary Range:
Compensation is merit-based, as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Our good faith salary range for this position is $110,000 – $185,000 depending upon experience. The position includes the opportunity to earn an incentive bonus based on productivity, which could range from $0 to $25K or more.
If you want to join our team, please submit a cover letter and a resume to careers@lyonsgaddis.com.
WATER GROUP:
Lyons Gaddis immediately seeks an attorney with a proven interest in Colorado water law to join its water team as an associate.
The individual who fills this position must have at least four years of experience in Colorado water-related matters, including water court proceedings and water rights transactions.
Salary Range:
Compensation is merit-based, as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Our good faith salary range for this position is $110,000 – $150,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The position includes the opportunity to earn an incentive bonus based on productivity, which could range from $0 to $25,000 or more.
If you want to join our team, please submit a cover letter and a resume to careers@lyonsgaddis.com.
Current Staff Openings
Paralegal – Real Estate and Business Transactions
Position Summary: Lyons Gaddis is seeking a real estate transactional Paralegal to join our team in our Longmont, CO office. The ideal candidate will assist lawyers with project management, client communication, document drafting, research and overall legal support. It requires a confident and professional individual with good organizational skills and writing ability, preferably with prior experience in the real estate industry. Lyons Gaddis offers an excellent benefits package and an opportunity to work in a challenging and collaborative environment. This position will begin on-site and may evolve into a two-day remote and three days in the office role.
Compensation: Our good faith salary range for this position is $75,000 – 90,000, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
Primary Responsibilities
- Manage administrative aspects pertaining to acquisitions, sales and exchanges, and financing or refinancing of residential and commercial real estate.
- Review and organize due diligence documents.
- Obtain, review and analyze title commitments, surveys, and related documents including resolving any underlying issues.
- Prepare title and survey objection letters.
- Draft organizational-specific documents including, but not limited to, resolutions and incumbency certificates.
- Coordinate closings, including finalizing closing documents, coordinating execution with transaction parties, and preparing closing binders.
- Research public records, as needed, to assist in data gathering.
- Draft organizational documentation (including, but not limited to, operating agreements, limited partnership agreements, and bylaws) after entity creation.
- Create and maintain minute books.
- Calculate and monitor critical deadlines within transaction documents.
- Handle file organization and maintenance.
- Communicate effectively, professionally, and in a timely manner with attorneys, clients and related parties.
Qualifications/Skills
- Five years of experience in commercial real estate as a Paralegal.
- Paralegal Certificate or its equivalent.
- Undergraduate degree preferred.
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
- Generous objective incentive bonus for attorneys
- Industry-leading 401K match up to 12.5% of compensation
- “Take time as needed” paid time off policy
- 8 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
