What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney – Family Law position at Orion Placement?
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a growing, highly respected law firm with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and courtroom excellence.
- Build a rewarding career in family law with mentorship from experienced trial attorneys.
- Handle meaningful, impactful cases where your work truly changes clients' lives.
- Receive ongoing professional development and opportunities for long-term advancement as the firm continues to grow.
- Enjoy a collaborative culture, excellent benefits, performance-based earning potential, and weekly team lunches.
Location: Ogden, Utah | Full-time | On-site. Practice law in a beautiful mountain community with world-class skiing, hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation just minutes away.
Note: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Utah and have at least 1 year of experience as an Associate Attorney. An interest in building a career in divorce and family law is required. Prior family law experience is preferred but not required.
About Us
We are a growing law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation while creating an environment where talented attorneys can thrive. Our team values collaboration, integrity, client advocacy, and continuous professional growth. We believe in mentoring motivated attorneys and providing the support needed to build a successful, long-term career. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Represent clients in divorce, custody, support, and other family law matters.
- Manage cases from intake through resolution, including negotiations, mediation, and trial preparation.
- Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and develop effective case strategies.
- Appear in court for hearings, conferences, mediations, and trials.
- Communicate regularly with clients while providing compassionate, strategic legal guidance.
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to deliver exceptional client service.
Qualifications
- Active Utah Bar license required.
- 1 year of experience practicing as an Associate Attorney.
- Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and client relationship abilities.
- Highly motivated, intelligent, and organized.
- Interest in practicing divorce and family law.
- Family law experience preferred but not required.
- Trial, litigation, or courtroom experience is a plus.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You'll join a firm that invests in its attorneys and encourages professional growth. We offer meaningful casework, experienced mentorship, a supportive team culture, opportunities to develop trial skills, excellent benefits, and a long-term career path with a growing practice.
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Pay: $70,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
- This role is on site at the Ogden, UT location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- associate attorney: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- UT bar license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $150,000