What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense Litigation position at Stone Kalfus LLP?
Location:
Park City, Utah (soon Salt Lake City)
Hybrid or Fully Remote Considered for Qualified Candidates
About the Firm:
Stone Kalfus LLP is a civil litigation firm with a national footprint and a reputation for results. Our attorneys represent Fortune 500 companies, top-rated insurers, and industry leaders across the transportation, automotive, retail, and hospitality sectors. We pride ourselves on being defense lawyers who run offense — building proactive, trial-ready strategies that consistently deliver strong outcomes for our clients. With offices in Georgia, California, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming, we’re growing rapidly and expanding our Utah team to meet increasing client demand.
The Role:
We’re hiring litigation attorneys at multiple experience levels to join our Utah team. The firm handles complex insurance defense matters, including trucking, premises liability, and general liability cases. We’re looking for attorneys who are confident managing files, drafting discovery and motions, participating in depositions, and engaging with clients and carriers. This role is open to both early-career and senior litigators — from those looking to grow under experienced leadership to those ready to mentor and lead.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage or support insurance defense cases from intake through resolution
- Draft pleadings, discovery, and legal memoranda
- Conduct or assist with depositions and hearings
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionals
- Contribute to trial prep and strategy
- (For senior candidates) Supervise and mentor associates and support staff
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing in Utah
- Insurance defense experience required
- Background in trucking/transportation law is a plus
- 4-7 years of litigation experience
- Strong legal writing, organization, and communication skills
- First-chair trial experience preferred for senior applicants
- Ability to work independently and within a hybrid/remote team
Why Join Stone Kalfus LLP?
- High-quality litigation work and national insurance client base
- Trial opportunity and mentorship at all levels
- Collaborative, growing team with leadership potential
- Competitive compensation and bonus program based on billable thresholds
Stone Kalfus LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resume submissions from search firms; firms submitting without prior agreement will not be eligible for compensation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $145,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently licensed and in good standing to practice law in Utah?
- How many years of civil litigation experience do you have?
- Do you have recent experience handling insurance defense litigation?
- Do you have any first-chair trial experience?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $145,000 - $200,000
