Associate Attorney 2

Associate Attorney OpportunityLitchfield Cavo LLP is a vibrant and growing nation-wide litigation defense law firm that strives to provide its employees with the encouragement and opportunities to develop and advance. While growing from 16 attorneys in 2 offices to 250 attorneys in 25 offices, Litchfield Cavo maintained its commitment to excellence in both the attorneys it attracts and the services it delivers. We provide all of our employees the tools they need to feel confident when contributing ideas, asking questions and building relationships both inside and outside the firm.Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a collegial and supportive work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.Our Salt Lake City office seeks a well-rounded, highly-motivated associate attorney with a minimum of two years' General Insurance Defense experience and an eagerness to learn. Must be licensed to practice in Utah state and federal district courts. Additional admissions to surrounding states preferred. This is an exceptional opportunity to handle a variety of matters with a forward-thinking firm, including General Liability, Products Liability, Executive Liability and Business Litigation for nationwide clients.Skills and AbilitiesThe individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with the following:proactively work independently and as part of a team;demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;excellent written and verbal communication skills;strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;ability to move from case to case;knowledge of both state and federal court procedures; andproficiency with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and navigating the internet.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include handling a substantial caseload involving civil litigation and insurance defense litigation in a number of the following areas: medical malpractice, general, products and premises liability, financial institutions, professional liability and business litigation. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;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; and,interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff.Our Firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.