What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Litigation Associate Attorney position at Orion Placement?
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a respected boutique litigation firm where you'll have meaningful responsibility from day one.
- Work directly with experienced attorneys who are committed to mentorship and your long-term success.
- Enjoy a true hybrid work environment that supports work-life balance.
- No book of business required to succeed or grow your career.
- Clear path toward partnership and long-term advancement.
- Earn additional income through bonus opportunities, including origination and collection bonuses.
- Handle sophisticated civil and commercial litigation matters across a variety of practice areas.
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah – Hybrid schedule offering flexibility while maintaining strong collaboration with our litigation team.
Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Utah and have litigation experience. We are especially interested in attorneys with approximately 2 years of civil litigation experience, though strong junior and more experienced attorneys will also be considered.
About Us
We are a well-established boutique law firm that believes exceptional legal representation starts with exceptional client relationships. Our collaborative team handles sophisticated civil and commercial litigation while fostering an environment where attorneys receive mentorship, meaningful courtroom experience, and opportunities for long-term career growth. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Represent clients in civil and commercial litigation matters from case inception through resolution.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy.
- Manage written discovery, depositions, and case preparation.
- Appear in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Collaborate closely with experienced attorneys on complex litigation matters.
- Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and practical legal guidance.
- Contribute to business development efforts while growing your own practice over time.
Qualifications
- Active Utah Bar license.
- 1 years of litigation experience required.
- 2 years of civil litigation experience strongly preferred.
- Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
- Strong courtroom presence and communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple cases in a collaborative environment.
- Professional, client-focused approach with sound judgment.
Why You Will Love Working Here
We believe talented attorneys thrive when they're trusted, supported, and given opportunities to grow. You'll enjoy meaningful case responsibility, approachable leadership, mentorship from experienced litigators, manageable billable expectations, hybrid flexibility, excellent benefits, bonus opportunities, and a clear path toward partnership in a collaborative firm culture.
JPC-1491
Pay: $120,000.00 - $180,000.00 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 hybrid at the Salt Lake City, 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:
- litigation: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- UT bar license (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Salary : $120,000 - $180,000