Assistant U.S. Trustee: Bankruptcy Policy & Litigation

U.S. Trustee Program; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Trustee Program seeks a qualified attorney in Utah. The ideal candidate holds a J.D. from an accredited law school and is an active member in good standing of a state bar.

Required is at least five years of post‑J.D. legal or related experience advocating for clients and interpreting bankruptcy related laws. The role demands excellent oral and written communication, sound judgment, and the ability to work with minimal guidance in a demanding legal environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active bar in good standing.
• At least five (5) years post-J.D. professional legal or related experience advocating on behalf of clients.
• Experience interpreting or applying provisions of the United States Bankruptcy Code and related laws.

Skills

Management and supervision

Chapter 11 experience

Legal problem analysis

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Project management

IT systems

Public speaking

Federal agency experience

Ethical standards

Education

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

Active state bar in good standing

Tools

IT systems

Databases

Job description

U.S. Trustee Program seeks a qualified attorney in Utah. The ideal candidate holds a J.D. from an accredited law school and is an active member in good standing of a state bar.

Required is at least five years of post‑J.D. legal or related experience advocating for clients and interpreting bankruptcy related laws. The role demands excellent oral and written communication, sound judgment, and the ability to work with minimal guidance in a demanding legal environment.