Associate Attorney

Anderson & Rogers; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson & Rogers in Lehi, UT is seeking an Associate Attorney to manage a caseload across multiple practice areas, including family law, juvenile law, criminal defense, personal injury, and estates and trusts.

The full-time, on-site position requires conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, meeting with clients, and developing case strategies. You will appear in court, negotiate settlements, and collaborate with senior attorneys to provide practical, client-centered representation.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Utah.
• Minimum of two years of experience practicing law in Utah.
• Ability to provide clear, practical legal advice to clients, including explaining options, risks, and likely outcomes.
• Proficiency in legal research and applying findings to case strategies.
• Prior experience in family law, criminal defense, estates and trusts, or general civil litigation is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including drafting clear legal documents and presenting arguments.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Meet with clients to provide legal advice and develop case strategies.
• Appear in court and administrative proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and plea agreements.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and staff, and maintain clear client communication.
• Stay current on relevant laws and regulations and maintain accurate case files.
• Contribute to a collaborative, professional team environment.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Communication

Case management

Court appearance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Utah license to practice law

Job description

Company Description

Anderson & Rogers is a law firm based in Lehi, UT, serving clients across Utah and Wyoming for nearly two decades. The firm focuses on a broad range of practice areas, including divorce and family law, juvenile law, criminal defense, personal injury, and estates and trusts. Anderson & Rogers is committed to delivering practical, client-centered legal representation in both complex and routine matters. Team members collaborate across practice areas, offering opportunities to gain diverse experience and build a well-rounded legal skill set. The firm values professionalism, integrity, and effective advocacy for individuals and families in the communities it serves.

Role Description

The Associate Attorney is a full-time, on-site position located in Lehi, UT. In this role, the attorney will manage a caseload across one or more of the firm’s practice areas, including family law, juvenile law, criminal defense, personal injury, and estates and trusts. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents, meeting with clients to provide legal advice, and developing case strategies. The attorney will appear in court and administrative proceedings, negotiate settlements, collaborate with senior attorneys and staff, and maintain clear, timely communication with clients. The role also involves staying current on relevant laws and regulations, maintaining accurate case files, and contributing to a supportive, professional team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law with the ability to handle matters in one or more of the firm’s practice areas.
• Minimum of two years experience practing law in the State of Utah.
• Ability to provide clear, practical Legal Advice to clients, including explaining options, risks, and likely outcomes.
• Proficiency in legal Research, including case law, statutes, and regulations, and applying findings to case strategies.
• Effective Negotiation skills for settlements, plea agreements, and dispute resolution in and out of court.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in Utah.
• Prior experience in family law, criminal defense, estates and trusts, or general civil litigation is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including drafting clear legal documents and presenting arguments.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Comfort working on-site in a collaborative environment and maintaining high professional and ethical standards.