Senior Litigation Attorney

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our Salt Lake City office. This position is ideal for a lawyer with strong courtroom experience and a background in medical malpractice defense or healthcare law.

In this role, you will work closely with experienced trial attorneys, associates, and paralegals on complex healthcare litigation matters. You will play an active role in case strategy, client representation, and trial preparation while contributing to the firm's reputation for exceptional advocacy.

This is an opportunity to handle meaningful, high-stakes litigation while continuing to develop your professional expertise in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to clients from pre-trial through trial
• Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and agreements
• Attend and participate in court hearings, depositions, mediations, trials, and client meetings
• Conduct thorough legal research and detailed case analysis
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on litigation strategy and case preparation
• Support business development initiatives and maintain strong client relationships

What You Will Need to Succeed:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the Utah State Bar
• 5 10 years of experience defending medical malpractice cases or practicing healthcare law
• Strong knowledge of State and Federal court rules and litigation procedures
• Excellent litigation, negotiation, and analytical problem-solving skills
• Outstanding legal research and writing abilities
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Why You Should Join:

Joining our firm means becoming part of a nationally respected litigation team known for excellence in trial advocacy and client service. Attorneys here have the opportunity to work on challenging healthcare cases, collaborate with accomplished trial lawyers, and further develop their litigation skills.

We are committed to supporting our attorneys long-term success by providing a professional environment that values mentorship, teamwork, and career growth. Our culture encourages initiative, strategic thinking, and the pursuit of outstanding legal results.

You will work alongside highly skilled legal professionals while gaining exposure to complex cases that make a meaningful impact in the healthcare and legal industries.

Benefits:

• We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our employees.
• Competitive total compensation with bonus earning potential
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Annual wellness benefits
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Employee referral bonus program