Staff Attorney **Hybrid**

The Staff Attorney provides legal consultation, analysis, representation, and advocacy for OPG client matters following appointment, including guardianship, fiduciary, probate, benefits, mental health, housing, and related legal matters. This position handles assigned legal matters, prepares and files pleadings, appears in court and administrative proceedings, and provides legal guidance to agency staff regarding the administration of guardianships.

Staff Attorney - Official Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Serve as counsel for assigned OPG client matters in OPG's fiduciary capacity as guardian

• Provide legal guidance to Guardians, Senior Guardians, and other agency staff regarding guardianship administration, fiduciary duties, medical and mental health treatment decisions, public benefits, housing, probate, and related legal matters

• Prepare, review, and file pleadings, petitions, motions, memoranda, and other legal documents related to probate, benefits, mental health, fiduciary, and guardianship matters

• Represent OPG clients in court hearings, administrative proceedings, negotiations, and other legal matters as assigned

• Participate in shared on-call responsibilities and provide legal guidance for urgent or critical incidents as assigned

• Investigate fiduciary, asset, probate, benefits, or liability issues involving OPG clients, including matters involving former fiduciaries

• Coordinate with conservators, public administrators, courts, service providers, and other stakeholders regarding legal matters affecting OPG clients

• Handle assigned administrative hearings, intervention matters, restoration or modification of rights matters, petitions to determine liability, petitions for accounting, and related legal proceedings

• Conduct legal research and analysis and provide recommendations to the Supervising Staff Attorney and OPG leadership as appropriate

• Support analysis of proposed legislation, legal trends, or policy issues as assigned

• Maintain accurate legal records, documentation, deadlines, and case-related information

• Perform other related duties as assigned

What Success Looks Like

Over time, you will successfully:

• Provide sound, timely legal representation and guidance across your assigned caseload

• Build trusted working relationships with courts, conservators, and agency staff

• Escalate complex or high-risk legal matters appropriately and with clear analysis

• Manage a demanding caseload while maintaining accuracy and attention to deadlines

• Contribute legal expertise that strengthens OPG's fiduciary and compliance posture

What We Are Looking For

The strongest candidates for this role are attorneys who: 

• Bring strong legal research, writing, and courtroom advocacy skills

• Exercise sound judgment and discretion in sensitive client matters

• Communicate legal information clearly to non-legal staff, courts, and stakeholders

• Manage competing deadlines and high-stress legal matters effectively

• Work collaboratively with legal staff, Guardians, Senior Guardians, and leadership

• Are motivated by meaningful public service work

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

The position includes a comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, paid leave and holidays, retirement through Colorado PERA, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Click here for more information regarding employee benefits: State of Colorado Employee Benefits

The Colorado Office of Public Guardianship is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to full inclusion and reasonable accommodations.

Conditions of Employment:

• The selected candidate must reside in Colorado within 30 days of employment. Relocation assistance or reimbursement is not provided for this position. (Applies to external hires only.)

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. (Internal candidates with a current, valid background check on file are not required to repeat this process.)

• Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of the required Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS) background check. (Internal candidates with a current, valid CAPS clearance on file are not required to repeat this process.)

• Employment is contingent upon completion and satisfactory clearance of a credit check, consistent with applicable Colorado law and the financial responsibilities of the position. Selected candidates will be required to obtain a credit report from one of the three major credit bureaus and provide a copy of the report and credit history as part of this process.

Full Job Description To Apply:

To access the full job announcement, please click HERE. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications in their application materials:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, an active license to practice law in Colorado, and membership in good standing with the Colorado Office of Attorney Regulation (must be licensed to practice law in Colorado)

• Two (2) to four (4) years of legal experience in public-sector legal practice or in fields related to but not limited to probate, guardianship, conservatorship, fiduciary responsibility, mental health law, public benefits, administrative law, civil law, and litigation.

Preferred Qualifications: 

You will stand out if you possess:

• Experience in probate, guardianship, conservatorship, fiduciary responsibility, civil law, mental health law, public benefits, administrative law, or related practice areas

• Experience appearing in court or administrative proceedings

• Experience working with vulnerable adults, individuals with disabilities, older adults, or individuals with complex service needs

• Experience working in a public-sector, nonprofit, legal services, healthcare, human services, or court-connected environment

• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, memoranda, legal correspondence, or policy-related legal analysis

• Familiarity with Colorado probate, guardianship, mental health, or public benefits systems

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

The position includes a comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, paid leave and holidays, retirement through Colorado PERA, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Click here for more information regarding employee benefits: State of Colorado Employee Benefits

The Colorado Office of Public Guardianship is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to full inclusion and reasonable accommodations.

Conditions of Employment:

• The selected candidate must reside in Colorado within 30 days of employment. Relocation assistance or reimbursement is not provided for this position. (Applies to external hires only.)

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. (Internal candidates with a current, valid background check on file are not required to repeat this process.)

• Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of the required Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS) background check. (Internal candidates with a current, valid CAPS clearance on file are not required to repeat this process.)

• Employment is contingent upon completion and satisfactory clearance of a credit check, consistent with applicable Colorado law and the financial responsibilities of the position. Selected candidates will be required to obtain a credit report from one of the three major credit bureaus and provide a copy of the report and credit history as part of this process.

Full Job Description To Apply:

To access the full job announcement, please click HERE. 

How to Apply: 

Applications will only be considered if submitted through OASIA's BambooHR system. Applications submitted through other websites, email, or mail will not be accepted. Apply here:https://judicialco.bamboohr.com/careers/58?source=aWQ9MjQ%3D.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. MST

Important: Only completed applications received by the deadline will be considered for review. Following the close of the posting, all applications will be reviewed, and selected candidates will be contacted to participate in the next steps of the recruitment and interview process.