Closing Date: 13th May, 2026
Description:
Department Information:Attorney Regulation Counsel leads an independent office of the Colorado Supreme Court that regulates the practice of law in Colorado through various programs. The office oversees attorney and Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP) admissions, attorney and LLP registration, mandatory continuing legal and judicial education, attorney and LLP diversion and discipline, regulation of the unauthorized practice of law, and inventory counsel.
Description of Job:
The Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel seeks applications for the position of Assistant Regulation Counsel – Trial Division. The Assistant Regulation Counsel's duties include investigating complaints alleging unethical conduct filed against Colorado attorneys and Colorado Magistrates and representing the People of the State of Colorado in formal attorney discipline proceedings, disability proceedings, reinstatement and readmission proceedings, immediate suspension proceedings, contempt proceedings, and appellate proceedings. Investigating Client Protection Fund claims and report investigative findings to the Board of Trustees of the Colorado Attorneys' Fund for Client Protection. Representing the People of the State of Colorado in unauthorized practice of law investigations and proceedings. Representing the Colorado State Board of Law Examiners in contested applications for the Colorado Bar. Developing and presenting educational programs for lawyers and the public regarding the office and the ethical issues that confront lawyers and judges.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights:
Applicants must have a law degree and admission to or eligibility for admission to the practice of law in Colorado. Five years of actual experience practicing law, and three years of actual litigation experience, including participation as lead counsel or “second-chair” in trials or contested hearings and, e.g., participation in depositions, motions practice, pretrial hearings, and settlement negotiations. A familiarity with the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct and the application of the Rules to everyday practice of law issues, including a strong understanding of law office management issues. A familiarity with the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure.
Supplemental Information:
OARC is committed to creating an inclusive work environment in which diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability and age is valued.
View full job description here:
https://www.coloradolegalregulation.com/aboutus/employment/
How to Apply:
Send letter of intent, writing sample, resume and references to The Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel, Attn: Office Manager, 1300 Broadway, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80203. Application materials may also be emailed to Kevin Hanks, Office Manager at k.hanks@csc.state.co.us to be received by Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
