Attorney - litigation

BAM Personal Injury Lawyers; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BAM Personal Injury Lawyers in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a skilled attorney to handle a personal injury litigation caseload from complaint through resolution.

You will investigate claims, draft pleadings, conduct discovery, negotiate with insurers, and prepare for mediation or trial while collaborating with paralegals and support staff. Strong communication and ethics are essential to uphold client advocacy.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Utah (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe).
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Experience in personal injury, civil litigation, or insurance defense preferred.
• Strong research and writing skills, including drafting pleadings and motions.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of Labor and Employment Law as it relates to injury claims, workplace accidents, or benefits issues.

Responsibilities

• Handle a personal injury caseload in litigation from complaint through resolution.
• Investigation, legal research, drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion practice.
• Meet with clients, evaluate claims, develop case strategies, negotiate with insurers and opposing counsel.
• Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, or trial as needed.
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to manage deadlines and case files.
• Maintain high-quality client communication and adhere to professional ethics.

Skills

Litigation

Personal Injury

Negotiation

Legal Research

Client Communication

Organization

Trauma-informed Practice

Work Ethic

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Company Description

BAM Personal Injury Lawyers represents accident victims across Utah, and Idaho, focusing on helping clients achieve successful outcomes against insurance companies. The firm handles a wide range of personal injury matters, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, wrongful death cases, dog bites, and other injury claims. BAM is known for breaking down real cases and exposing insurance tactics, so clients better understand their rights and options. The firm operates on a model that does not require up-front fees from victims, emphasizing accessible and client-centered legal representation.

Role Description

The Attorney will handle a personal injury caseload in litigation from complaint through resolution, including investigation, legal research, drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion practice. Day-to-day responsibilities include meeting with clients, evaluating claims, developing case strategies, negotiating with insurance adjusters and opposing counsel, and preparing cases for mediation, arbitration, or trial as needed. The Attorney will collaborate with paralegals and support staff to manage deadlines, maintain case files, and ensure high-quality client communication. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Salt Lake City, UT, with expectations for regular courtroom appearances and in-person client meetings.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law and Personal Injury practice, with the ability to provide sound Legal Advice to clients.
• Experience or coursework in Labor and Employment Law as it relates to injury claims, workplace accidents, or benefits issues.
• Proficiency in legal Research, including case law, statutes, regulations, and evidentiary standards.
• Demonstrated Negotiation skills for resolving claims with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Active license to practice law in Utah (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe); additional admissions in ID or WY are a plus.
• Prior experience in personal injury, civil litigation, or insurance defense preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including drafting clear pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and capability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Commitment to client advocacy, professional ethics, and trauma-informed, respectful interaction with clients.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.