Employment Litigation Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Attorney
Location: Salt Lake City, UT (Remote or Hybrid Available)
Experience: 3+ Years

Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 law firm , is seeking an experienced Employment Attorney to join its Salt Lake City practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to handle sophisticated employment matters while gaining meaningful client-facing, deposition, hearing, and trial experience within a national platform.

What You'll Work On:

• Handle employment-related litigation matters through various stages of the litigation process

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive filings

• Manage written discovery and conduct legal research

• Take and defend depositions

• Develop case strategy alongside experienced employment litigators

• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, and trials

• Work directly with clients throughout the litigation process

• Take on increasing responsibility for matters with limited supervision

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of attorney experience

• Employment law and/or employment litigation experience preferred

• Strong litigation, research, writing, and analytical skills

• Excellent oral advocacy and persuasive communication abilities

• Ability to handle assignments with minimal supervision

• Strong academic credentials

• Trial experience preferred, but not required

• Active Utah Bar admission required

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Remote and hybrid work options

• Sophisticated employment work within an Am Law 100 platform

• Forward-facing client interaction

• Hands-on experience with depositions, hearings, and trials

• Strong professional development and mentorship

• Collaborative and collegial working environment

• Long-term stability and opportunities for advancement

This is an excellent opportunity for an employment attorney seeking greater responsibility, strong mentorship, and long-term growth within a nationally recognized practice.