General Statement of Duties
Investigate and analyze complaints alleging unethical conduct filed against attorneys, licensed legal paraprofessionals (LLPs), and Colorado judicial officers, where that conduct is within the jurisdiction of the office. Investigate and analyze allegations of the unauthorized practice of law. Interact with the legal community, law students and the general public on practice of law issues. Promptly identify complaints involving allegations of serious misconduct. Develop and present educational programs for lawyers and the public regarding the office and ethical issues that confront lawyers and judges.
Essential Functions of the Position
Review and analyze the initial complaint in the regulation process to identify any possible violations of the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct, LLP Rules of Professional Conduct, and the rules prohibiting the unauthorized practice of law.
Make initial determination as to how to proceed with the request for investigation.
Interview complaining witnesses about concerns raised in complaints. Explain procedures used in handling complaints to complainants. Explain, if appropriate, why the conduct described is not misconduct or a violation of the rules. Request additional information and, if appropriate to do so, request that the request for investigation be put in written form. Request any documents necessary to provide an understanding of the underlying circumstances and allegations of misconduct. Oversee the collection of client documents, such as correspondence with the attorney, fee agreements, receipts, and documents provided to attorney.
Interview the attorney. In the first contact, explain the nature of the complaint and the procedures to be followed in the matter. If appropriate, seek a written response from the attorney concerning the allegations, and/or request additional documentation. Oversee the collection of relevant documents, including, but not limited to, documents from the attorney-client file, billing statements, bank records and other materials. Conduct follow-up interviews. Interview third parties necessary to understand the underlying circumstances, the allegations of misconduct and the attorney’s response. These may include actual witnesses to a particular event, previous counsel, opposing counsel, subsequent counsel, or experts. Oversee and review the collection of documents from other sources, such as court records, registers of action, and subsequent counsel.
Review and analyze information and documents gathered to determine whether there is clear and convincing evidence of any violation of the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct or the LLP Rules of Professional Conduct.
Although most interviews take place via telephone, some interviews of attorneys, and their counsel, take place in the office. On a limited basis complainants may be interviewed in person.
Make appropriate decisions regarding disposition of initial allegations of unethical conduct based on sound judgment, legal experience, standards, and guidelines.
Dismiss the request for investigation and inform the complainant and attorney of decision and basis for the decision. If necessary, draft letters to the complainant and/or the attorney informing them of the dismissal decision.
Resolve the request for investigation through alternatives to discipline, including an intake diversion agreement (“IDA”), referrals to mediation, fee arbitration, cautionary dismissal, dismissal with educational language, or dismissal with ethics school or trust account school or other programs.
If resolved by an IDA, determine appropriate terms and conditions of the IDA, draft the IDA, and assist with monitoring compliance with the IDA.
Where appropriate, process the request for investigation for further investigation and meet with the trial attorney to either obtain additional information on pending investigations, or to update the trial attorney on the current case.
Keep accurate and updated notes in JustWare database management system.
Attend weekly inter-office meetings and present information regarding the status/proposed resolution of cases, including whether the matter should be processed to the trial division for further investigation. Confer with trial attorneys. Meet with and direct investigators on various assignments. Meet with Attorney Regulation Counsel, Chief Deputy Regulation Counsel, and Deputy Regulation Counsel on the status of cases, and provide necessary information concerning case decisions.
Provide directions to investigators and support staff.
Work cooperatively with support staff, professional staff, and a diverse range of individuals.
Represent the Colorado Supreme Court and Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel by speaking at and participating in various CLE programs, law schools, bar associations, committees, programs, and other local and national professional organizations.
Attend meetings and training as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
- At-will employee
- Exempt
- Full-Time
- This position is not covered by the Colorado Judicial Department Personnel Rules.
- Starting/Hiring Salary Range: $106,308 – $128,526 annually, depending on relevant experience.
- Minimum qualifications: Law degree and admission to or eligibility for admission to the practice of law in Colorado. Five years of actual experience practicing law. 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.
- Please see full job description and benefits here.
How To Apply
Send letter of intent, resume, references and writing sample 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 Monday, April 20th, 2026.
Finalists will be invited to an interview and asked to complete a short, written exercise intended to assess analytical and writing skills.
Information regarding the full benefit package offered for this position may be viewed at: https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits