Senior Litigation Attorney

Orionplacement; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A national trial defense firm in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a senior attorney with significant litigation experience. This role involves representing clients, drafting legal documents, and attending trials while maintaining collaboration with colleagues. Applicants must hold a JD from an accredited law school and have active Utah Bar membership with 4+ years in litigation, particularly in medical malpractice or healthcare law. Enjoy strong mentorship and the opportunity for meaningful work in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of litigation experience required.
• Experience in medical malpractice defense or healthcare law is essential.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.
• Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in litigation matters from pre-trial through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, written discovery, and briefs.
• Attend hearings, depositions, trials, and client meetings.
• Conduct legal research, case analysis, and strategic evaluation.

Skills

Litigation experience

Research skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Active Utah Bar membership

Job description

Pay: $160,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected national trial defense firm known for handling high-exposure, sophisticated litigation
• Step into a senior-level role with meaningful responsibility, strong autonomy, and real courtroom involvement
• Work alongside experienced trial attorneys in a collaborative, team-oriented office
• Handle challenging medical malpractice and healthcare matters that sharpen your advocacy and strategy skills
• Enjoy strong benefits, bonus potential, and long-term growth with a firm that values excellent lawyers

Location: Salt Lake City, UT. This is a primarily on-site role with flexibility built in due to court appearances, depositions, and case-related travel. Attorneys have autonomy over their schedules while maintaining a collaborative office presence.

Note: To be considered, you must be actively licensed in Utah and have 4+ years of litigation experience. Experience in medical malpractice defense or healthcare law is required.

About Us

We are a nationally respected trial defense firm with a strong reputation for handling complex, high-exposure matters with skill, professionalism, and a client-centered approach. Our attorneys work in a collegial environment that values strong advocacy, collaboration, and long-term growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent clients in litigation matters from pre-trial through trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, written discovery, briefs, and other legal documents
• Attend hearings, depositions, trials, and client meetings
• Conduct legal research, case analysis, and strategic evaluation
• Collaborate with associates, paralegals, and trial attorneys on case strategy
• Manage substantive litigation responsibilities with a high level of independence
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service and communication
• Support business development efforts and contribute to the continued growth of the practice

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Utah Bar membership
• 4+ years of litigation experience
• Experience in medical malpractice defense or healthcare law
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures
• Strong writing, research, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills
• Professional, personable, and team-oriented

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to do meaningful, high-level litigation work alongside accomplished trial attorneys in a supportive and collaborative setting. This role offers real responsibility, strong mentorship, and the chance to continue building a respected practice in medical malpractice and healthcare-related litigation. It is an excellent fit for a senior attorney who wants both sophisticated work and a strong team culture.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance