Posted July 01, 2026
Litigation Associate
Spencer Fane
Salt Lake City, UT
Full Time
Compensation: $155,000 to $175,000 Annually
Reference: SpencerFane135
JOB TITLE: Litigation Associate
LOCATION: Salt Lake City, UT
POSITION TYPE: In Office
Spencer Fane has an opening in our Salt Lake City, UT, office for a Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience . Insurance, medical malpractice, water law, personal injury, or general litigation experience is preferred but not required. An ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in successfully executing legal strategy, taking depositions, motion practice, trial, arbitration, hearings, producing witnesses for depositions, and other key litigation events. Candidates must have law firm experience and previous experience advocating for clients.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
LOCATION: Salt Lake City, UT
POSITION TYPE: In Office
POSITION SUMMARY:
Spencer Fane has an opening in our Salt Lake City, UT, office for a Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience . Insurance, medical malpractice, water law, personal injury, or general litigation experience is preferred but not required. An ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in successfully executing legal strategy, taking depositions, motion practice, trial, arbitration, hearings, producing witnesses for depositions, and other key litigation events. Candidates must have law firm experience and previous experience advocating for clients.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation matters.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with attention to detail.
- Represent clients in court appearances, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
- Manage and prioritize a diverse caseload.
- Work closely with partners on complex litigation matters.
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, judges, mediators, arbitrators, and other parties involved in the litigation process.
- Participate in strategy discussions and case planning.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record
- Insurance, medical malpractice, water law, personal injury, or general litigation experience preferred
- Admission to the Utah bar
- Minimum 2 years of experience required
- Ability to interface directly with attorneys and clients
- Demonstrate an ability to work independently and productively
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- Strong decision-making, problem-solving and organization skills
- Outstanding judgment
- Ability to effectively handle multiple projects
- Ability to develop and implement legal strategies
BENEFITS: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Parental Leave, Group Life, and Disability
COMPENSATION: $155,000-$175,000, commensurate with experience
DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
