Legal Jobs in Utah
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Senior Litigation Attorney
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our Salt Lake City office. This position is ideal for a lawyer with strong courtroom experience and a background in medical malpractice defense or healthcare law.
In this role, you will work closely with experienced trial attorneys, associates, and paralegals on complex healthcare litigation matters. You will play an active role in case strategy, client representation, and trial preparation while contributing to the firm's reputation for exceptional advocacy.
This is an opportunity to handle meaningful, high-stakes litigation while continuing to develop your professional expertise in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal counsel and representation to clients from pre-trial through trial
- Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and agreements
- Attend and participate in court hearings, depositions, mediations, trials, and client meetings
- Conduct thorough legal research and detailed case analysis
- Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on litigation strategy and case preparation
- Support business development initiatives and maintain strong client relationships
What You Will Need to Succeed:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the Utah State Bar
- 5–10 years of experience defending medical malpractice cases or practicing healthcare law
- Strong knowledge of State and Federal court rules and litigation procedures
- Excellent litigation, negotiation, and analytical problem-solving skills
- Outstanding legal research and writing abilities
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Why You Should Join:
Joining our firm means becoming part of a nationally respected litigation team known for excellence in trial advocacy and client service. Attorneys here have the opportunity to work on challenging healthcare cases, collaborate with accomplished trial lawyers, and further develop their litigation skills.
We are committed to supporting our attorneys' long-term success by providing a professional environment that values mentorship, teamwork, and career growth. Our culture encourages initiative, strategic thinking, and the pursuit of outstanding legal results.
You will work alongside highly skilled legal professionals while gaining exposure to complex cases that make a meaningful impact in the healthcare and legal industries.
Benefits:
- We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our employees.
- Competitive total compensation with bonus earning potential
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Annual wellness benefits
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Employee referral bonus program
Employment Attorney (Management-Side)
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
About the Opportunity
A respected regional firm in Salt Lake City is seeking an Employment Attorney to join its expanding labor & employment practice. With a surge in corporate growth, tech expansion, and evolving workplace regulations, employers in the region are increasingly seeking legal support for both advisory and contentious matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise employers on a wide range of employment law issues, including compliance, policies, and risk management
- Handle employment litigation matters such as wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage & hour claims
- Draft employment agreements, handbooks, and workplace policies
- Support internal investigations and HR-related issues
- Represent clients before administrative bodies and in court proceedings
Requirements
- JD from an accredited law school and active Utah bar admission (or ability to waive in)
- 2–6 years of employment law experience (litigation and/or advisory)
- Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws
- Excellent drafting and client communication skills
- Ability to balance advisory and litigation work
Why Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City has rapidly developed into a key business and tech hub, driving demand for employment counsel as companies scale and navigate increasingly complex workforce issues. The market offers high-quality work with a strong work-life balance compared to larger cities.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary with bonus structure
- Broad mix of advisory and litigation work
- Strong client exposure and responsibility early on
- Clear path for progression
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
Senior Funds Counsel
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Company: Growing Financial Services Firm
Overview
A rapidly expanding financial services company is seeking a Senior Funds Counsel to join its Salt Lake City office. This attorney will play a key role in advising on fund formation, structuring, compliance, and ongoing operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive, business‐minded lawyer who can partner closely with internal teams and external stakeholders in a fast‐moving, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal counsel on the formation, structuring, and operation of registered investment funds and mutual funds, including PE, VC, credit, or other alternative vehicles.
- Draft and negotiate fund documents, subscription agreements, side letters, and related investor materials.
- Advise on regulatory matters impacting private funds (e.g., Investment Advisers Act, Investment Company, Act, securities regulations, and relevant state law considerations).
- Support fundraising efforts, investor communications, and compliance initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal business units-including investment teams, operations, and compliance-to address legal issues and ensure best practices across the funds platform.
- Manage external counsel relationships efficiently and strategically.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 3 years of legal experience focused on registered funds or mutual funds (law firm, in‐house, or a combination).
- Strong understanding of private fund structures, offering documents, and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills.
- Ability to operate with autonomy, sound judgment, and a practical approach to risk.
- Interest in working within a collaborative, high‐growth environment.
Why Join
- Opportunity to have a meaningful impact within a growing financial services platform.
- Broad exposure to sophisticated fund strategies and an entrepreneurial leadership team.
- Competitive compensation and benefits, with strong long‐term growth potential.
Shape Your Career and Thrive with QPWB
At Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), we believe that success starts with people. As the nation’s largest minority & women-owned law firm, we are proud to cultivate a culture where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow. We are excited to invite a motivated attorney to join our General Liability team.
This full-time position is not just a job but a path to long-term career growth, competitive compensation, and a supportive environment built on mentorship and collaboration.
Why Join Us?
When you join QPWB, you become part of a team that prioritizes your success and well-being:
- Growth: We invest in your development with tailored mentorship programs, comprehensive training, and a clear pathway for advancement. Whether you want to enhance your skills or step into a leadership role, we support your journey.
- Culture: Our firm thrives on diversity, teamwork, and mutual respect. You’ll join a collaborative environment where every team member’s contributions are valued.
- Compensation: We recognize and reward your hard work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Your Role
As an Attorney in our General Liability practice group, you will play an integral role in the success of our cases, clients, and the firm. Your responsibilities include:
- Legal Research and Writing: Conducts thorough legal research and drafts pleadings, motions, , and other documents under the guidance of senior attorneys or partners.
- Case Preparation: Assists in preparing cases for hearings, trials, mediations, and depositions, ensuring all documentation and evidence are organized and complete.
- Client Communication: Maintains communication with clients to provide updates, gather information, and address concerns, ensuring a professional and responsive relationship.
- Discovery Management: Handles document reviews, prepares discovery responses, and assists in interrogatory and deposition processes.
- Court Representation: Appears in court for routine motions, hearings, or minor trials to represent clients, often with oversight from more senior attorneys.
- Compliance and Risk Assessment: Advises clients on legal rights, obligations, and risks, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Team Collaboration: Works closely with senior attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to execute strategies and meet client objectives.
- Billable Hours and Productivity: Meets assigned billable hour targets through efficient case management and prioritization of tasks.
- Professional Development: Attends continuing legal education (CLE) programs and stays updated on changes in the law and emerging trends in their practice area.
- Commitment to Firm Goals: Demonstrates dedication to the firm's mission, values, and growth by contributing to team projects and firm initiatives.
What You Bring
To excel in this role, you should meet the following qualifications:
- Experience: At least 1-5 years of experience as an attorney, with a focus on
- civil litigation cases are preferred.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related
- to automotive liability.
- Licensed in UT & OR or UT & WA
- Coverage experience is a plus
Skills:
- Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Education: JD from an accredited school
- Admitted to practice in the State of UT.
- Personal Qualities: Discretion in handling confidential information, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to teamwork.
What We Offer
At QPWB, we believe in giving back to the team members who make our success possible. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:
- Competitive Salary: Reflective of your experience, skills, and contributions.
- Comprehensive Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance to support your health and well-being.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match.
- Generous paid time (PTO) to help you balance work and life.
- Professional Development: Access to mentorship, training, and growth opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.
- Employee Perks: Corporate discount programs, firm-sponsored events, and more to enhance your work experience.
- Work-Life Balance: A flexible, supportive environment that helps you thrive personally and professionally.
Why QPWB?
At QPWB, we’re more than just a law firm—we’re a community of professionals dedicated to excellence, innovation, and making a difference. We celebrate diversity, nurture talent, and believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. Join a team that is as committed to your success as you are to ours.
Are you ready to take your legal career to the next level? Apply today to become part of the QPWB family and make a meaningful impact in the legal field.
Confidentially meet with your QPWB recruiter here: Meet Your Recruiter
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
About the Company
Cohen Law Group is a recognized leader in first-party insurance litigation. We are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients while advocating tirelessly on their behalf. Our firm is built on a foundation of leadership, respect, teamwork, and a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance for our employees.
“It’s About Justice” is more than just a slogan—it is the guiding principle of our firm. Developed by our founder, Harvey V. Cohen, this motto reflects our mission and the values that drive our work each day. We are aggressive and zealous advocates for our clients’ rights, known for our tenacity and dedication. At the same time, we never lose sight of what matters most: our clients come first.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking Utah-licensed attorneys with 1-5 years of first-party property insurance experience to handle residential, commercial, and HOA insurance claims.
What you bring to the team:
- Experience in residential, commercial, and HOA insurance claims
- Active Utah Bar license
- 1-5 years first-party insurance litigation experience
- Comfortable managing deadlines, hearings, and discovery independently
- Entrepreneurial, disciplined, and self-directed
If you prefer the following, then this job is for you!
- Uncapped earning potential
- Performance over politics
- Infrastructure without bureaucracy
- Are confident betting on yourself
You will be responsible for:
- First-party property damage claims
- Commercial and HOA insurance disputes
- Appraisal and arbitration matters
- Pre-suit through active litigation
- Select bad-faith matters
- You will run your own docket with firm infrastructure behind you
Why join Cohen Law Group?
- Firm-generated cases provided
- Optional business development
- Case managers, paralegals, intake, CRM and litigation support included
- Experts and trial support available when warranted
- Employee benefits are available including medical, dental and vision
Compensation:
- Commission plus base salary, based on experience
- 25% on firm-generated matters
- Up to 40% on self-generated matters
- Paid on collected fees
- Paid biweekly
Requirements:
- Active Utah Bar License
- 1-5 years first-party property insurance litigation experience
- Comfortable managing deadlines, hearings, and discovery independently
- Able to appear in Utah courts as required
Equal Opportunity Statement
Cohen Law Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Experienced Trusts & Estates Attorney
Location: Primarily Remote (Flexible/Variable Office Hours)
Position Type: Full‑Time
About the Role
Our firm is seeking a highly experienced Trusts and Estates Attorney with 5 plus years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be fully versed in trust and estate law and capable of independently managing matters from initial client intake through final resolution. This is a great opportunity for someone who values autonomy, high‑quality legal work, and a flexible, mostly remote environment.
Litigation experience involving trusts and estates matters is highly valued and considered a significant plus, though not mandatory.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to perform the full scope of duties typically required in a trusts and estates practice, including:
Estate Planning
- Conduct client consultations to understand goals, assets, and family dynamics
- Draft, review, and revise estate planning documents, including:
- Wills
- Revocable and irrevocable trusts
- Powers of attorney
- Advance health care directives
- Gift planning instruments
- Provide sophisticated tax planning advice related to federal estate, gift, and generation‑skipping transfer taxes
- Advise high‑net‑worth clients on wealth transfer strategies and succession planning
Trust & Estate Administration
- Guide trustees, executors, and beneficiaries through probate and non‑probate administration
- Prepare and file probate petitions and related court documents
- Marshal, inventory, and value assets
- Address creditor claims and supervise payment of obligations
- Coordinate preparation of estate, fiduciary, and gift tax returns
- Manage trust funding and distribution processes
- Interpret trust instruments and advise fiduciaries on compliance
Client Counseling & Case Management
- Manage matters independently with minimal supervision
- Maintain strong professional communication with clients, fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and co‑professionals
- Provide strategic advice, risk assessment, and clear explanations of complex legal matters
- Maintain organized case files and deadlines from intake to conclusion
(Optional but Preferred) Litigation
- Handle or assist with trust and estate disputes, including:
Will contests
Breach of fiduciary duty claims
Accounting disputes
Interpretation issues
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and negotiate settlements
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with the Utah state bar
- 5 plus years of trusts and estates experience
- Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a full caseload
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including:
- 100% employer‑paid health and dental insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Additional fringe benefits
- Primarily remote work environment with flexible, varying office hours
Litigation Associate (3+ Years)
Salt Lake City | National Practice
You became a litigator to try cases. To solve hard problems. To stand up when it matters.
Somewhere along the way, the work may have become more about hours than impact. At Peak Law Group, we are building something different.
We are a boutique trial litigation firm representing hospital systems, insurers, physicians, and healthcare professionals in high-stakes matters across 13 states. Our work includes medical malpractice defense, sexual assault defense, mass tort litigation, and catastrophic injury cases.
We handle complex cases. We prepare them for trial. And we expect our lawyers to think, not just bill.
The Work
Medical malpractice defense demands more than procedural skill. Each case requires mastering a new area of medicine or science. Our attorneys serve not only as legal counsel, but as counselors to physicians and nurses whose careers and reputations are on the line.
The work is demanding. It is intellectually rigorous. It carries real responsibility. It is also meaningful in a way that few litigation practices are. We are fortunate to serve those who serve our communities.
The Culture
Peak is intentionally small and intentionally different.
We believe:
· A firm only succeeds when its attorneys are supported and balanced
· Excellence does not require unnecessary bureaucracy
· Trial lawyers develop faster when they are trusted with responsibility
· Compensation structures should reflect values, not just hours
We offer:
· Remote, hybrid, part-time, and full-time flexibility
· Thriving offices in Chicago and Salt Lake City
· Competitive salary and full benefits
· A bonus structure that differs from traditional large-firm models
We are building a firm centered around our people — not built on them.
Who We’re Looking For
· 3+ years of litigation experience
· Strong writing and analytical skills
· Comfort taking ownership of cases
· Medical malpractice experience preferred, not required
This role is particularly well-suited for litigators who:
· Want substantive responsibility earlier
· Want to sharpen trial skills
· Want to do sophisticated work without unnecessary layers
· Value culture and collegiality as much as compensation.
If you are looking for a place to practice at a high level — and build a career that is sustainable, purposeful, and challenging in the right ways — we would welcome a conversation.
Established AV-rated Business and Estate Planning law firm with offices in St. George, UT and Mesquite, NV is seeking an Attorney for its St. George office. We are looking for a Utah-licensed attorney with 3–5 years of experience in business and transactional law. The ideal candidate will have a distinguished academic record and/or relevant law firm experience.
We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive compensation package. St. George is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country, while still maintaining the charm and warmth of a small town. It's an exceptional place to live, offering abundant recreational, cultural, and family-friendly opportunities.
As an equal opportunity employer, our firm makes employment decisions based on merit. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Our company complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and strives to create a diverse and inclusive work environment for all employees.
Mid-size national civil litigation and insurance defense firm seeking to hire a 3+ year remote Legal Secretary for its Utah office, who works well individually and as part of a legal team, and is willing to go above and beyond to successfully meet the needs of our firm.
PRIOR INSURANCE DEFENSE EXPERIENCE IS A MUST! AT LEAST 3 SOLID YEARS REQUIRED!
We are looking for a reliable, energetic, well-organized Legal Secretary to provide overall operations assistance for our Utah team.
This person must be detail oriented, experienced, hard-working, enthusiastic, and team oriented.
Must be familiar with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe.
This position plays an intricate role in the day-to-day operations as the legal secretary will assist with case management, legal document preparation, calendaring, scheduling, processing incoming mail along with other general legal assistant duties.
Position Requirements
- At least 3+ years of experience in Insurance Defense is highly preferred. Bodily Injury and construction defect experience are a big plus.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, be detail oriented, hard-working, enthusiastic, team oriented, and great at time management.
- Excellent communication skills, typing skills, computer skills and interpersonal skills and professional appearance.
- Active knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, navigating the various Court websites, preparing basic legal documents and knowledge of deadlines.
- Be familiar with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word and Excel.
The firm offers a full benefits package including:
· Medical,
· Dental,
· Vision,
· Long-term disability,
· Life insurance,
· Remote work,
· Industry leading technology,
· 401k,
· Bar dues,
· CLE expenses,
· Robust marketing department,
· Dedicated internal IT department.
Please send your resume with salary requirement. Confidentiality in all discussions and negotiations will be maintained.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
QPWB, a multi-office national civil/commercial litigation and transactional practices law firm, is looking to expand its footprint and open an office in Utah. We are searching for attorneys with a portable book of business, with sufficient revenue to cover salary and overhead, who are capable of establishing and growing the office. This is a good opportunity to get in on the ground floor and be the first anchor for the firm in your venue.
QPWB has proven its ability to build offices around successful attorneys and expand portfolios through national cross marketing collaboration. If you are passionate about the practice of law but less passionate about the "management" of the practice of law, we should talk. We understand the time drain that is required for the administrative and marketing activity required to keep your practice thriving. QPWB can provide the operational and backroom support to allow you more time to handle your legal matters and grow your business.
QPWB is the largest woman and minority owned law firm in the nation. Our culture supports creative entrepreneurs and we are dedicated to providing growth and career development opportunities. We understand that one size does not fit all and we afford a great deal of autonomy to our managing partners and practice group leaders.
QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer