Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Litigation Attorney
Location: Salt Lake City, UT (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
A respected boutique litigation law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its Salt Lake City office. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated civil litigation matters, including medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, insurance coverage, healthcare law, professional liability defense, and other complex litigation matters.
The ideal candidate will have prior litigation experience and be comfortable managing cases through all stages of the litigation process while working closely with clients, experts, insurers, and legal teams.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage litigation matters from initial case evaluation through resolution or trial.
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Develop case strategy and advise clients throughout the litigation process.
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Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
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Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive legal briefs.
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Take and defend depositions.
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Attend court hearings, case management conferences, and other legal proceedings.
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Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, settlement negotiations, and trial.
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Collaborate with clients, insurance carriers, expert witnesses, opposing counsel, and internal legal teams.
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Maintain accurate case files while managing multiple litigation matters and deadlines.
Qualifications
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Active member of the Utah Bar, or ability to obtain Utah Bar admission.
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Prior civil litigation experience required.
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Experience in medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, healthcare law, professional liability, or complex civil litigation is preferred.
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Strong legal research, analytical, and legal writing skills.
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Excellent oral advocacy and communication abilities.
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Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.
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Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
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Trial experience is a plus but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive salary ranging from $100,000-$200,000, based on experience.
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Performance-based career growth opportunities.
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Health Savings Account (HSA).
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Life insurance.
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401(k) retirement plan.
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Paid Time Off (PTO).
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Collaborative and supportive work environment.
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Opportunity to work on complex and high-profile litigation matters.
Company DescriptionSynectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities
Company Description
Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities