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Associate Attorney
Salt Lake City, UT

Job Title: Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense

Department: General Insurance Defense

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Experience: Minimum 2 years in General Insurance Defense

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Responsibilities:
- Handle a substantial caseload involving civil litigation and insurance defense litigation in various areas such as medical malpractice, general liability, products liability, and business litigation for nationwide clients.
- Draft, prepare, and handle pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
- Conduct legal research and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
- 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, mediations, and court appearances.
- Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.

Requirements:
- Licensed to practice in Utah state and federal district courts.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in General Insurance Defense.
- Additional admissions to surrounding states preferred.
- Strong legal research and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and navigating the internet.
- Knowledge of state and federal court procedures.

Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills.
- Ability to handle a variety of cases and move from case to case.
- Ability to interact with clients and colleagues with professionalism and integrity.

Opportunity:
- Exceptional opportunity to handle a variety of matters with a forward-thinking law firm.
- Opportunity for professional development and growth.
- Work with an experienced support staff, current technology, and ongoing training.
- Competitive compensation plan and excellent benefits package.
- Dynamic work environment.

About the Law Firm:
- Founded in 1998 with a focus on client service.
- Operates out of 23 offices, serving clients in more than 35 states nationwide.
- Resource of experienced trial attorneys providing creative and responsive service.
- Values open and honest communication and acts with integrity and professionalism.
- Supports and encourages workforce diversity.
- Equal opportunity employer.

Join our team at Litchfield Cavo LLP and grow your career as an Associate Attorney in General Insurance Defense. Take advantage of our excellent benefits package and dynamic work environment while handling a variety of cases for nationwide clients. Apply now and become a part of our team of experienced attorneys who prioritize client service and foster a culture of integrity and professionalism.






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