Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

This position is based in our St. George, Utah, office. We are seeking an attorney who is licensed to practice law in the state of Utah.

Please note: If you are not licensed to practice law in Utah, you are not eligible for this position. We encourage only Utah-licensed attorneys to apply.

Are you looking for an opportunity to learn from some of the most esteemed attorneys and grow your career? Our law firm is looking for the next associate attorney to assist in providing legal counsel to clients. You will work closely with our senior partners and associates, conduct legal research, draft documents, and maintain client files.

If you’ve recently graduated from law school, have excellent fact-finding and communication skills, and are ready to jump-start your career in the legal industry, we want to hear from you!

$92,000 - $180,000 yearly

• Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Perform legal research, prepare for and attend hearings or other legal proceedings, and give general counsel under the supervision of senior associate attorneys
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings

• Investigate and gather evidence related to personal injury cases, including police reports, medical records, and witness statements

• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests

• Negotiate with insurance companies and opposing counsel to reach a settlement agreement

• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations

• Attend depositions and conduct witness interviews

• Provide clients with regular updates on the status of their case

• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals to develop legal strategies and arguments

• Maintain accurate and complete case files and documentation

• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Applicants must have successfully passed the state bar exam
• Has a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients
• Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base

This position is based in our St. George, Utah, office. We are seeking an attorney who is licensed to practice law in the state of Utah.

Please note: If you are not licensed to practice law in Utah, you are not eligible for this position. We encourage only Utah-licensed attorneys to apply.

We are looking for people who are:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

• Admission to the Utah State Bar

• Experience practicing personal injury law

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills

• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize tasks effectively

• Proven track record of successful settlements and verdicts

• Experience with case management software and technology

• Solution Focused

• Kind and compassionate

• Service-oriented

• Respectful

• Collaborative

• Authentic and real

• Consistent

• Responsible and trustworthy

• Accountable for results

• Spanish is helpful but not necessary

Swenson & Shelley is a small but growing law firm with a supportive and fun-loving team. We have attorneys licensed to practice law in Utah, California, Idaho, and Arizona. If you want to work in an environment where you can learn and grow, support an expanding business, and build a healthy culture, this is the right place for you.