Commercial Litigation Attorney

Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere; Cottonwood Heights (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere, a Utah-based law firm, seeks a Commercial Litigation Attorney to represent businesses in state and federal courts and in arbitration. You will work under the supervision of senior litigators and take increasing responsibility as you gain experience.

The role involves handling a range of disputes, drafting pleadings and motions, taking depositions, and preparing for hearings, mediation and trial.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the Utah State Bar (or eligible for admission on motion).
• Three to five years of litigation experience.
• Experience handling civil litigation matters from filing through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial disputes including contract, shareholder, partnership, employment-related, real estate, and lending matters.
• Evaluate matters, develop case strategy, and advise clients on risk and resolution options.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare for hearings, mediation, arbitration, and trial.
• Support appellate matters with research and briefing.
• Manage case files and deadlines; maintain accurate billing records.
• Work with paralegals and legal assistants on case preparation and discovery management.
• Coordinate with the firm's corporate, real estate, and other practice groups on cross‑practice matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Civil litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Depositions

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

For more than 32 years, Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere has served businesses, individuals and public entities across Utah. We are a 50-attorney firm based in Cottonwood Heights, and our litigation group handles commercial and construction disputes. Excellence is our standard, and you will work alongside experienced litigators and a strong support team who hold themselves to it.

Position

The Commercial Litigation Attorney represents businesses, business owners, and other commercial clients in disputes in state and federal courts and in arbitration. The attorney works under the supervision of senior litigation attorneys and takes increasing responsibility for matters as experience allows.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial disputes, including contract claims, shareholder and partnership disputes, employment-related business claims, restrictive covenants, collections, and real estate and lending disputes
• Evaluate new matters, develop case strategy, and advise clients on risk and resolution options
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs
• Take and defend depositions
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediation, arbitration, and trial
• Support appellate matters, including research and briefing
• Manage case files and deadlines; maintain accurate, timely billing records
• Work with paralegals and legal assistants on case preparation and discovery management
• Coordinate with the firm's corporate, real estate, and other practice groups on matters that cross practice areas

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing of the Utah State Bar (or eligible for admission on motion)
• Three to five years of litigation experience
• Experience handling civil litigation matters from filing through resolution

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or business litigation
• Experience in both state and federal courts
• Experience with appellate briefing and arbitration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Sound judgment and the ability to manage a caseload with competing deadlines
• Clear, professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, and the court
• Attention to detail and accuracy in pleadings, discovery, and filings
• Ability to work independently under supervision and collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, document management, and legal research platforms