A highly regarded international law firm is seeking a fully remote Litigation Associate to support its growing practice across Montana, Idaho, and Utah. This opportunity offers exposure to a diverse and sophisticated litigation portfolio, including insurance coverage and bad faith disputes, catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters, UIM defense, premises liability, trucking and transportation claims, employment-related litigation, and property disputes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys managing cases from inception through resolution, values client interaction, and is looking to join a collaborative team while maintaining the flexibility of a remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions, attend court hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other research platforms.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery requests.
• Review, analyze, and manage documents for production and case development.
• Investigate claims and develop strategic approaches for case handling and resolution.
• Communicate effectively with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide timely reporting and case updates to insurance carrier clients and insureds.
• Assist in trial preparation and participate in mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed.

Qualifications

• Resides and has an active bar admission in either Montana, Idaho, or Utah.
• Prior experience in civil litigation, preferably within insurance defense, coverage, or liability-related matters.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while handling sensitive and time-sensitive matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach to legal practice.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• 100% remote work arrangement
• Exposure to complex and high-value litigation matters
• Opportunity to work directly with experienced litigators and clients
• Sophisticated national platform with a collaborative team environment
• Significant hands-on responsibility and professional development opportunities

About the Firm

This firm offers the opportunity to work within a large, global platform alongside a collaborative and diverse team of legal professionals. It fosters a culture centered on client service, inclusion, and professional development, and is committed to supporting its communities through pro bono work, volunteer initiatives, and sustainability efforts.

This position is ideal for a motivated litigation attorney seeking greater autonomy, meaningful courtroom experience, and the flexibility of a fully remote role while working on challenging and impactful matters.

***MUST RESIDE IN EITHER MONTANA, IDAHO, OR UTAH WITH AN ACTIVE BAR LICENSE***