Associate Attorney

Are you a recent law school graduate looking to work with experienced attorneys and paralegals who will give you opportunities to further your legal career? Or are you an experienced attorney who is looking for a new, refreshing place to work? If so, we are looking for you! Our firm is hiring an associate attorney who will support us by conducting legal research, drafting documents, maintaining client files, and assisting with legal counsel.

The ideal candidate will have some courtroom experience and strong legal research and writing skills. If you’re ready to jump-start your growth in the industry and learn how to strategize in the courtroom to successfully represent clients, reach out to us today!

Job posting is for Attorneys licensed in Utah and Arizona, and must be local to St. George

$92,000 - $180,000 yearly

• Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice
• Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff
• Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action
• Resolve cases efficiently by using communicating effectively with and working alongside senior attorneys and paralegals

• Investigate and gather evidence related to personal injury cases, including police reports, medical records, and witness statements
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Negotiate with insurance companies and opposing counsel to reach a settlement agreement
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations
• Attend depositions and conduct witness interviews
• Provide clients with regular updates on the status of their case
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals to develop legal strategies and arguments
• Maintain accurate and complete case files and documentation

• Willingness to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base
• Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients
• Active membership with the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Successful completion of the bar exam

We are looking for people who are:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Utah State Bar (or Arizona)
• Experience practicing personal injury law
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize tasks effectively
• Proven track record of successful settlements and verdicts
• Experience with case management software and technology
• Solution Focused
• Kind and compassionate
• Service-oriented
• Respectful
• Collaborative
• Authentic and real
• Consistent
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Accountable for results
• Spanish is helpful but not necessary

Swenson & Shelley is a small but growing law firm with a supportive and fun-loving team. We have attorneys licensed to practice law in Utah, California, Idaho, Arizona. If you want to work in an environment where you can learn and grow, support an expanding business, and build a healthy culture this is the right place for you.