Associate Attorney

Swenson & Shelley; United States; On-site; USD 97,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Swenson & Shelley is seeking an attorney licensed to practice in Utah to join our St. George office. The role focuses on personal injury, working with senior partners to develop cases, conduct legal research, draft documents, and maintain client files.

Ideal candidates have a JD from an accredited law school, Utah bar admission, and strong negotiation, research and writing skills. Spanish is a plus but not required; ABA membership is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Utah State Bar.
• Experience in personal injury law.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize tasks.
• Proven settlements and verdicts.
• Experience with case management software and technology.
• Spanish is helpful but not necessary.
• Commitment to learning from senior attorneys.
• Active ABA membership or good standing is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and gather evidence in personal injury cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Negotiate settlements with insurers and opposing counsel.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Attend depositions and conduct witness interviews.
• Provide clients with regular updates on case status.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff on legal strategies.
• Maintain complete case files and documentation.
• Keep files organized for access by team.
• Assist clients in determining best course of action.
• Move cases toward resolution with senior attorneys.
• Draft documents for proceedings and negotiations.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Caseload management

Personal injury law

ABA member

Spanish language

Education

Juris Doctor

Utah Bar Admission

Tools

Case management software

Job description

This position is based in our St. George, Utah, office. We are seeking an attorney who is licensed to practice law in the state of Utah. Please note: If you are not licensed to practice law in Utah, you are not eligible for this position. We encourage only Utah-licensed attorneys to apply. Are you looking for an opportunity to learn from some of the most esteemed attorneys and grow your career? Our law firm is looking for the next associate attorney to assist in providing legal counsel to clients. You will work closely with our senior partners and associates, conduct legal research, draft documents, and maintain client files. If you’ve recently graduated from law school, have excellent fact-finding and communication skills, and are ready to jump-start your career in the legal industry, we want to hear from you!

Compensation: $97,000 - $180,000 yearly

Qualifications

• This position is based in our St. George, Utah, office. We are seeking an attorney who is licensed to practice law in the state of Utah.
• Please note: If you are not licensed to practice law in Utah, you are not eligible for this position. We encourage only Utah-licensed attorneys to apply.
• We are looking for people who are:
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Utah State Bar
• Experience practicing personal injury law
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize tasks effectively
• Proven track record of successful settlements and verdicts
• Experience with case management software and technology
• Solution Focused
• Kind and compassionate
• Service-oriented
• Respectful
• Collaborative
• Authentic and real
• Consistent
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Accountable for results
• Spanish is helpful but not necessary
• Willingness to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base
• Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school

Responsibilities

• Investigate and gather evidence related to personal injury cases, including police reports, medical records, and witness statements
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Negotiate with insurance companies and opposing counsel to reach a settlement agreement
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations
• Attend depositions and conduct witness interviews
• Provide clients with regular updates on the status of their case
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals to develop legal strategies and arguments
• Maintain accurate and complete case files and documentation
• Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice
• Keep files organized to make sure the most recent updates are accessible to other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action
• Collaborate with clients and senior associates and other staff to move cases toward resolution efficiently
• Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations