Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate in Salt Lake City, UT. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience in litigation, with a preference for backgrounds in insurance, medical malpractice, water law, personal injury, or general litigation. The role requires a proven track record in executing legal strategies and participating in key litigation events.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with attention to detail.
• Represent clients in court appearances, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Manage and prioritize a diverse caseload.
• Work closely with partners on complex litigation matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, judges, mediators, arbitrators, and other parties involved in the litigation process.
• Participate in strategy discussions and case planning.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record.
• Admission to the Utah bar.
• Minimum 2 years of experience required.
• Ability to interface directly with attorneys and clients.
• Demonstrate an ability to work independently and productively.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organization skills.
• Outstanding judgment.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Ability to develop and implement legal strategies.

Education

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Utah bar.

Skills

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organization skills.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Ability to develop and implement legal strategies.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Parental Leave
• Group Life and Disability

This Utah-based firm was established more than 120 years ago. Over fifty talented attorneys and a qualified team of paralegals are employed at the firm. Practice areas are broad in scope. A number of their practice disciplines consist of appeals, commercial litigation, employment-labor law, insurance defense and real estate. The firm is proactive in community service endeavors.