A law firm is seeking a motivated and skilled Associate Attorney to join its team in Salt Lake City, UT. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of General Insurance Defense experience, with a focus on civil litigation. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload involving medical malpractice, general liability, products and premises liability, financial institutions, professional liability, and business litigation.

Job Details:

Responsibilities:

• Manage a substantial caseload encompassing civil litigation and insurance defense litigation.
• Draft, prepare, and handle pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research competently and proficiently.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts.
• Review client documents, draft case evaluations, and status report correspondence.
• Assist with and participate in trial preparation, mediation, and court appearances.
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of General Insurance Defense experience with a willingness to learn.
• Must be licensed to practice in Utah state and federal district courts.
• Additional admissions to surrounding states are preferred.

Skills:

• Proactive work style, capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills.
• Ability to seamlessly transition from case to case.
• Knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet navigation.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Utah State Bar.
• Additional admissions to surrounding states are preferred.

Job Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Founded in 1998, this firm specializes in a wide range of areas including business litigation, insurance coverage, workers' compensation, intellectual property, product liability, and others. With 22 offices, this nationwide law firm provides responsive legal service at a reasonable price throughout the country. The firm is built on the integrity and professionalism of diverse attorneys. The firm offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package in a collaborative and dynamic work environment. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The lawyers have a long history of giving back to communities through pro bono activity.,