Commercial Litigation Associate

Commercial Litigation Attorney

Location: Hybrid or Remote ( Must reside in Salt Lake City, UT )

Experience: 2+ Years

Salary Range: $100,000–$275,000+ depending on level and experience

Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 law firm , is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney to join its Salt Lake City office. The practice handles a broad range of commercial and civil litigation matters , with particular interest in attorneys coming from business litigation or broader civil defense backgrounds. Experience involving consumer matters and construction defect litigation is especially relevant, but not required.

What You'll Work On:

• Handle a diverse caseload of commercial and civil litigation matters
• Represent businesses and other clients in complex disputes
• Manage matters through discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other substantive filings
• Take and defend depositions
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
• Work directly with clients throughout the litigation process
• Gain exposure to matters involving consumer claims, construction defect, and other areas of complex litigation

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred, with other experience levels considered
• Background in commercial litigation, civil defense, construction litigation, or other complex litigation
• Consumer matters and/or construction defect experience is a plus, but not required
• Strong discovery, motion practice, research, and writing skills
• Excellent oral advocacy and persuasive communication skills
• Ability to take ownership of assignments with limited supervision
• Strong academic credentials
• Active Utah Bar admission required
• California Bar admission is a plus

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Broad litigation practice rather than a narrowly defined caseload
• Opportunity for attorneys from both commercial litigation and civil defense backgrounds
• Hands-on experience with depositions, hearings, motions, and trials
• Direct client interaction and increasing case responsibility
• Strong mentorship and professional development
• Collaborative Am Law 100 platform with long-term advancement opportunities

Compensation & Benefits:

• Associates: $100,000–$165,000
• Senior Counsel / Of Counsel: $140,000–$215,000
• Partners: $190,000–$275,000+
• Discretionary and performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Student loan repayment assistance

Actual compensation will vary based on experience, skills, practice area, business generation, work arrangement, and geographic market.