Associate Attorney

Mid sized regional firm in St George is seeking a motivated, detail-orientedTransactional Associate Attorneywith2 to 5 years of experienceto join our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in transactions, and contract management. This role involves advising a diverse portfolio of clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and Negotiate Agreements:Structure, draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts, including master service agreements (MSAs), vendor contracts, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and employment agreements.
• Corporate Governance:Advise clients on entity formation, corporate structuring, drafting bylaws, operating agreements, and maintaining governance documents
• Client Counseling:Conduct legal research and analysis to interpret complex state and federal laws, regulations, and rulings. Provide actionable, strategic advice to businesses regarding regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
• Deal Management:Manage transaction timelines, coordinate closing processes, and ensure all closing deliverables and legal conditions are met.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Education:Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensure:Must be admitted to practice law in Utahand maintain an active license in good standing with theUtah State Bar.
• Experience:2–5 years of dedicated experience practicing transactional, corporate, or commercial law.
• Contractual Expertise:Strong foundational drafting skills with a sharp eye for identifying and mitigating legal and business risks in contracts.
• Communication:Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for managing client relationships and working collaboratively with senior partners.
• Organization:Proven ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home