What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Liability Associate Attorney - UT position at Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, PLC?
Jones, Skelton & Hochuli (JSH) is the second largest law firm in Arizona. Founded in 1983, we are headquartered in downtown Phoenix, Arizona, with offices in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Salt Lake City, Utah. JSH defends clients of all sizes, across multiple industries in Arizona, New Mexico and Utah. Clients are represented by trial and appellate attorneys who are familiar with the industries they serve and the current needs of their clients. Today, JSH has over 125 attorneys and 130 legal support staff, many of whom have spent their entire career at JSH.
JSH is seeking an Associate with 0-5 years of litigation experience to join our General Liability practice in our Utah office. Prior experience in insurance defense is preferred. The ideal candidate will possess a good understanding of civil litigation and a desire to provide exceptional client service. Candidates must be highly motivated and have excellent academic credentials. Our firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment, complete with robust professional development programs (including an attorney mentor program, in-house attorney training / CLE), a clear path to partnership, and the opportunity to try cases to a jury.
Qualifications:
- JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active member in good standing with the State Bar of Utah
- 0-5 years of experience in civil litigation and/or insurance defense
- Experience with discovery, disclosures, taking/defending depositions, drafting/arguing motions, and court appearances
- Excellent client service, oral advocacy, and written communication skills
We offer comprehensive benefits, which include:
- Transparent/objective bonus structure
- Insurance (including health/medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and a health savings account)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible work from home policy
- Employee assistance program
- Parental leave
- Referral program
Please send your resume, writing sample, and salary requirement to attyrecruiting@jshfirm.com.
AA/EOE/Diversity
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in South Jordan, UT 84095
Salary : $120,000 - $170,000