Trial Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trial Associate with one to five years of experience to join their Salt Lake City, UT office. The associate will engage in all phases of litigation, from pleading through trial and appeal, across various industries. This role involves significant responsibility over pending cases, in-court experience, and participation in evidentiary hearings and trials.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft briefs.
• Manage discovery processes.
• Engage in oral advocacy and depositions.
• Prepare for trial proceedings.

Requirements

• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• One to five years of trial experience.
• Utah bar admission or eligibility for admission.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Strong academic performance.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the Utah State Bar or eligibility to obtain.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in managing complex litigation matters.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Flexible time off and paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance and education programs.
• Wellbeing programs and transportation benefits.
• Employee assistance program with counseling services.

Give your practice a big boost up the ladder of success. Expansive plans have this firm seeking extraordinary talent from top schools and firms. Enjoy a stimulating atmosphere with plenty of challenges. Instead of a practice area focus, this organization pays attention to industries and trains its lawyers to respond to an industry need, as opposed to a problem fitting into any particular practice area. Associates love the progressive feel of the firm and are often privy to the management decisions as they are made.