Associate Attorney
1 year ago
Salt Lake City
Job Description We are a leading national trial defense law firm with a longstanding reputation for our success at trial, especially in high-exposure cases related to healthcare law. Our attorneys assert a client-centric mindset that guides each case, while maintaining a collegial culture where exceptional lawyers want to work. We are seeking to hire a full-time Associate Attorney in our Salt Lake City office who has at least 1 year of experience as a practicing litigator. Associates will work with small teams of attorneys and paralegals, led by seasoned trial attorneys with proven track records, all working collaboratively to efficiently provide our clients with the best possible results. Attorneys are encouraged to maintain a collaborative work environment and take advantage of the welcoming accessibility to firm partners. Overall, the right candidate will be skilled and hard-working, as well as pleasant and personable. Responsibilities * Provide legal counsel and representation to clients from pre-trial through trial. * Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, written discovery, and agreements. * Attend court hearings, depositions, trials, and client meetings. * Conduct legal research and case analysis. * Collaborate with senior associates and partners on case strategy. * Contribute to business development and client relationship management. Requirements: * Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. * Active membership in the Utah State Bar. * 1-3 years of experience in defense litigation (medical malpractice or healthcare law is a plus). * Strong understanding of State and Federal court rules and procedures. * Strong litigation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent legal research and writing skills. * Exceptional oral and written communication. Our senior attorneys, education committee, and mentorship program prioritize providing our attorneys with the tools to learn and grow within the firm. We promote opportunities to pursue Continuing Legal Education through internal presentations as well as through external Associations. We foster a learning environment by trusting our attorneys with substantive case work, allowing them to take ownership of their own cases, while at the same time supporting a collaborative work environment. Benefits - Our goal is to support the well-being of our employees physically, emotionally, financially, and professionally. * Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential. * Full benefit package including group medical, dental, and vision coverage. * Basic Life Insurance, Long- and short-term disability, AD&D. * 401(k) Plan. * Annual Wellness benefits. * Opportunities for growth and advancement. * Referral bonus program. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Only applicants meeting the above-noted experience level and skills will be considered. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. If you're ready to accelerate your career in a supportive and challenging environment, apply today! If this position sounds like the opportunity you are seeking, please submit your resume and cover letter for immediate and confidential consideration. This position will likely fill up fast as demand is great so apply early to . Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more. We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies. Our Services W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates. We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding. We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software. Our Expertise W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs. As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.