Litigation Associate - Salt Lake City

Greenberg Traurig•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global, Am Law 20 law firm, seeks a full-time mid-level to senior Litigation Associate in our Salt Lake City office. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package and a collegial, supportive work environment in which associates are mentored and encouraged to thrive and strive for promotion to Shareholder. Litigation associates in GT’s Salt Lake City office work on complex litigation matters for clients in a variety of industries both in Utah and nationally. Candidates can expect to work not only with our local team, but also with other lawyers across our worldwide platform on impactful matters affecting clients both large and small.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of litigation experience and be prepared to work on a variety of complex litigation matters ranging from securities litigation, white collar defense and investigations, antitrust, and bankruptcy to products liability, real estate litigation, and intellectual property disputes.
have excellent technical ability, including top-tier writing and oral advocacy skills
have experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and dispositive motions, as well as taking and/or assisting in witness preparation and depositions
have the ability to work independently and interface directly with opposing counsel and clients
be highly motivated to learn
actively participate in a team-oriented work environment
have outstanding interpersonal skills
be willing to participate in business development and community activities on behalf of the firm
Candidates should have excellent law school qualifications and be in good standing with the Utah State Bar.
To apply, submit your resume, cover letter, law school transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable), and a writing sample.