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Litigation Attorney in the Helena, Montana office

Parsons Behle & Latimer is seeking an attorney with at least 10 years of litigation experience to join our litigation department in our Helena, Montana office. The candidate must have a book of business of at least $350k. The candidate would have the opportunity to assist local, regional and national companies and handle a variety of cases for clients with unique litigation needs.

Successful candidates will have significant courtroom and deposition experience, and the ability to handle complex civil litigation. Strong academic credentials and communication skills are required.

Parsons offers a generous benefits package, which includes health insurance, medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance, and profit-sharing once you become eligible for and are fully vested in after two years of continuous employment with the firm.

Requirements and Qualifications:

At least 10 years of litigation experience
A portable book of business of at least $350k
Ability to manage and handle all aspects of complex commercial litigation
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Montana or ability to be admitted by motion

Benefits:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan upon eligibility
Long and short-term disability

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience from shareholders to professional staff. Interested candidates should email a resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Patent Prosecutor in Any City Where Parsons is Located

Parsons Behle & Latimer is seeking a highly skilled patent prosecutor to join our Intellectual Property team. The candidate must have a book of business in the range of $300K+ and the ideal candidate may be looking to ease their workload by relying on Parsons’ expert patent team.

Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region.

Responsibilities:

Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO and foreign patent offices
Collaborate with inventors, scientists, and engineers to understand technical innovations
Manage patent portfolios and provide strategic guidance on IP matters
Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and infringement analyses
Stay updated with changes in patent law and IP strategies

Qualifications:

Admission to practice before the USPTO
Ability to perform complex work with accuracy and timeliness
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
10+ years of experience in patent prosecution; we will consider candidates with 5+ years of experience depending on their book of business
Book of business large enough to keep candidate (and possibly others) busy
Strong problem solving, strategic and analytical capability
Highly motivated, goal-oriented person who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
Good judgment, responsiveness, and perseverance
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the selected state or ability to be admitted on motion

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages. Parsons also compensates lawyers for originating business.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Litigation Associate in the Jackson, Wyoming office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Jackson, Wyoming office for a litigation associate. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Wyoming, Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, and the Intermountain Region.

As a member of our litigation team based in Jackson, you will have the opportunity to assist our clients in resolving a broad range of disputes at the local, regional, and national levels while also enjoying the friendly/ small-town environment of our newest office.

Requirements and Qualifications:

2-3 years of experience in civil litigation and/or judicial clerkship(s)
Experience analyzing and researching complex legal issues
Ability to successfully argue motions
Ability to take and defend depositions
Solid writing skills
Strategic and analytical thinking skills
Significant case-handling capability in large-scale civil litigation
Ability to multi-task and prioritize is essential
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Strong academic credentials
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Wyoming or ability to be admitted by motion

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, generous retirement benefits, life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Water Law Associate in our Salt Lake City, Utah office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Salt Lake City office for a water law associate. 3-5 years of experience is preferred, but candidates with fewer years of experience will be considered. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region.

The ideal candidate will have experience in water law with a strong interest in developing expertise in this subject area in Utah.

Job Duties:

Prepare and file applications and requests with the Utah State Engineer
Participate in adjudicative proceedings before the Utah State Engineer
Support water-related litigation through research and drafting briefs
Prepare and defend claims in water rights general adjudication
Advise clients regarding management and use of water rights
Assist with water transactions, including conducting due diligence, valuing water rights, and drafting purchase and sale agreements and leases
Advise regarding construction and real estate agreements related to water infrastructure projects

Qualifications:

Existing experience with Utah water law is highly desirable; however, experience in related legal fields will be considered favorably (e.g., other state water law, real estate, public lands, environmental, or litigation)
Experience with laws applicable to Utah political subdivisions (or similar laws in other states), including the Administrative Procedures Act, Open and Public Meetings Act, and laws applicable to municipalities, counties, districts, and interlocal entities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Keen attention to detail
Ability to perform complex work with accuracy and timeliness
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Strong problem solving, strategic and analytical capability
Highly motivated, goal-oriented person who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
Strong academic credentials
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Utah or ability to be admitted on motion

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Water Law | Real Estate Associate in our Salt Lake City, Utah office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Salt Lake City office for a water law | real estate associate. 3-5 years of experience is preferred, but candidates with fewer years of experience will be considered. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region.

The ideal candidate will have experience in both areas and would be interested in pursuing a career that specializes in both practice areas in Utah.

Job Duties:

Water Law

Prepare and file applications and requests with the Utah State Engineer
Participate in adjudicative proceedings before the Utah State Engineer
Support water-related litigation through research and drafting briefs
Prepare and defend claims in water right general adjudications
Advise clients regarding management and use of water rights
Assist with water transactions, including conducting due diligence, valuing water rights, and drafting purchase and sale agreements and leases
Advise regarding construction and real estate agreements related to water infrastructure projects

Real Estate

Assist with real property transactions, including drafting purchase and sale agreements
Counsel clients in real estate matters
Assist clients with securing land use approvals and entitlements for development projects
Draft purchase and sale agreements, leases, easements, and other real estate documents
Advise clients regarding buying, selling, leasing, developing, or financing real estate properties
Review contracts, negotiate deals, review title commitments and surveys, handle property disputes, and ensure compliance with zoning and land-use regulations
Ability to assist with the closing process, including preparation and review of closing documents

Qualifications:

Knowledge of Utah water law is highly desirable; however, experience in related legal fields will be considered favorably (e.g., other state water law, real estate, public lands, environmental, or litigation)
Broad experience in commercial real estate and land use planning
Experience with laws applicable to Utah political subdivisions, including the Administrative Procedures Act, Open and Public Meetings Act, and laws applicable to municipalities, counties, districts, and interlocal entities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Keen attention to detail
Ability to perform complex work with accuracy and timeliness
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Strong problem solving, strategic and analytical capability
Highly motivated, goal-oriented person who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
Strong academic credentials
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Utah or ability to be admitted on motion

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Real Estate Attorney in our Boise, Idaho office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Boise, Idaho office for a real estate attorney with 4+ years of experience. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region. The candidate will join the firm’s Real Estate Department, working on a broad variety of commercial real estate transactions.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience with, or interest in, counseling clients on a wide range of real estate matters
Experience providing legal advice and guidance to clients involving buying, selling, leasing, developing, or financing real estate properties
Ability to review contracts, negotiate deals, review title commitments and surveys, handle property disputes, and ensure compliance with zoning and land-use regulations
Ability to assist with the closing process, including the preparation and review of closing documents
Juris Doctor from an accredited university
Admitted to practice in Idaho or ability to be admitted on motion
Ability to multi-task and prioritize is essential
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Strong academic credentials

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, generous retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Corporate Attorney in our Boise, Idaho office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Boise, Idaho office for a corporate attorney with 10+ years of experience. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Familiarity with a wide variety of transaction types (e.g., private company, stock purchase, asset purchase, cross-border, etc.)
Extensive experience structuring, negotiating, and closing mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, private equity purchases, loan transactions, joint ventures, and strategic alliances
Experience managing due diligence, closings, regulatory filings, and post-acquisition integration
Significant experience structuring and forming corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and other business arrangements
Experience with respect to M&A, venture capital and commercial finance, particularly with respect to middle-market transactions
Substantive experience with commercial and venture finance, including representation of debtors, private equity firms, investment and mezzanine funds, and commercial banks
Strong communication skills and the ability to solve problems, execute and transfer knowledge, and coordinate the completion of projects by junior attorneys
The desire to work on general corporate matters
A portable book of business is preferred along with the desire to continue the growth of the attorney’s practice
Juris Doctor from an accredited university
Admitted to practice in Idaho or ability to be admitted on motion
Ability to multi-task and prioritize is essential
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Strong academic credentials

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, generous retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Cybersecurity | Privacy Attorney in our Salt Lake City, Utah office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Salt Lake City, Utah office for a cybersecurity | privacy attorney. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience assisting clients with all aspects of privacy and cybersecurity, including strategic counseling, compliance, incident response and defense of regulatory actions, data breach investigations and cyberattacks
Experience regarding data breach prevention and remediation, training and reviewing safeguards designed to meet clients’ unique needs and circumstances
Familiarity evaluating clients’ specific obligations to develop procedures designed to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility of data and to implement strategic response plans to identify, evaluate, and respond to data security incidents
Hands on experience advising clients on state and federal privacy laws and conducting deal diligence in financing and commercial transactions
Working familiarity with data driven technologies, including AI/ML and biometrics and related global regulatory frameworks
Familiarity with GDPR/UK GDPR frameworks and international data transfers preferred
Familiarity with HIPAA, ECPA, Patriot/Cloud Act, GDPR and other privacy laws
Prior experience with data breach response and defense of enforcement actions brought by state attorneys general, FTC, OCR/HSS, SEC Cybersecurity unit and the EU regulators a plus
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Utah or ability to be admitted by motion
Ability to multi-task and prioritize is essential
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Strong academic credentials

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, generous retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Litigation Attorney in our Salt Lake City, Utah office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Salt Lake City, Utah office for a litigation attorney. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region.

As a member of our litigation team, you will have the opportunity to assist our clients with resolving a broad range of disputes and provide litigation services for local, regional, and national companies and handle a variety of cases.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Extensive experience analyzing, researching, and drafting briefs that address sophisticated legal issues in complex litigation
Successfully argued motions
Taken and defended depositions
Solid writing skills
Strategic and analytical thinking skills
Significant case-handling capability in complex civil litigation
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Utah or ability to be admitted by motion
Ability to multi-task and prioritize is essential
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Strong academic credentials

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, generous retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Corporate Attorney in our Salt Lake City, Utah office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Salt Lake City, Utah office for a corporate attorney with 10+years of experience. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region.

Requirements and Qualifications:

10+ years of experience with respect to M&A, venture capital and commercial finance, particularly with respect to middle-market transactions
Familiarity with a wide variety of transaction types (e.g., public company, private company, stock purchase, asset purchase, etc.)
Substantive experience with commercial and venture finance, including representation of debtors, private equity firms, investment and mezzanine funds, and commercial banks
Sound and practical business judgment, as well as common sense
Significant experience with federal and state securities compliance, including, without limitation, IPOs and the preparation of securities disclosure documents for both publicly traded and privately held companies
Extensive experience structuring, negotiating, and closing mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, private equity purchases, loan transactions, joint ventures, and strategic alliances
Experience managing due diligence, closings, regulatory filings, and post-acquisition integration
Significant experience structuring and forming corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and other business arrangements
Strong communication skills and the ability to solve problems, execute and transfer knowledge, and coordinate the completion of projects by junior attorneys
A portable book of business is preferred along with the desire to continue the growth of their practice
Bankruptcy, banking, and real estate experience is a plus
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Utah or ability to be admitted by motion
Ability to multi-task and prioritize is essential
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Strong academic credentials

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, generous retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Finance Attorney in our Salt Lake City, Utah office

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening in our Salt Lake City, Utah office for a finance attorney with 5+ years of experience. Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The firm is at the forefront of the legal communities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Intermountain Region.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience representing banks, non-banks, lenders, agents, borrowers, private equity sponsors, and public/private companies in a broad range of domestic and international finance transactions, including senior secured, mezzanine and subordinated debt transactions, structured finance, debt facilities for companies and lenders, acquisition finance, loan workouts and restructurings, lending transactions and other related transactions
Experience with asset-based lending, warehouse financing and other leveraged finance (including in the context of mergers and acquisitions and/or experience or an interest in blockchain and cryptocurrency financing transactions) is beneficial, although candidates with other debt finance experience will be considered
Experience drafting, editing, and reviewing a variety of documents, including loan agreements, security and guarantee documentation, intercreditor and subordination agreements, commitment papers, purchase and sale agreements for warehouse financings, servicing agreements and closing documentation
Experience managing component parts of a financing transaction, including structuring, documentation and closing
Familiarity with collaborating with tax, regulatory, intellectual property, corporate M&A teams and other specialists on the structuring and documenting of financing transactions
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Utah or ability to be admitted by motion
Ability to multi-task and prioritize is essential
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and adherence to highest of ethical standards
Strong academic credentials

The firm’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical and dental coverages, generous retirement benefits, life insurance coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverages.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Paralegals

There are currently no paralegal positions available.

Professional Staff

Legal Secretary in Boise, Idaho

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening for a legal secretary in our Boise, Idaho office. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; careful attention to detail; and excellent organizational and communication skills. 3-4+ years of legal secretarial experience required, corporate and/or litigation experience strongly preferred.

Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The Firm is committed to maintaining its traditional strengths, values and client service while remaining at the forefront of the legal community in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and the Intermountain Region.

Responsibilities include supporting attorneys and paralegals with administrative tasks, running conflicts checks, answering phones, scheduling meetings, and providing backup legal assistance for the firm, if needed. This is an in-office position, and the hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. The minimum hourly rate is negotiable commensurate with experience.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

3-4+ years legal secretarial experience required, corporate and/or litigation experience strongly preferred
Ability to receive multiple tasks at once, prioritize, and execute efficiently
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and case management software
Excellent written communication skills including drafting pleadings, motions, letters and other documents as required
Excellent verbal communication skills; must be courteous on the phone and in-person with existing and potential clients
Experience with e-filing in state and federal courts preferred
Reliable, independent worker with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational skills including entering billable time, reviewing and revising client invoices for mailing
Positive, professional attitude
People-oriented and self-motivated
Able to work successfully without supervision and in a team environment

Benefits:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan upon eligibility
Long and short-term disability

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience from shareholders to professional staff. Interested candidates should email a resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Office Services | Hospitality Clerk

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening for a full-time Office Services | Hospitality Clerk in our Salt Lake City office.

The position requires the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with team members. In addition to organizational skills and strong attention to detail, the ideal candidate must be customer-service oriented with effective communication skills and a willingness to go above and beyond to assist whenever needed.

This is an in-office position, and the available shift hours are: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The minimum hourly rate is negotiable commensurate with experience, starting at $18.00 an hour.

Job Responsibilities:

Copying, scanning, and printing
Mail receipt and distribution
Re-stocking supplies as needed
Internal and External deliveries and pickups
Hospitality Responsibilities
Messenger Tasks including moving office furniture
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Back-up Receptionist, when needed
Positive, professional attitude
People-oriented and self-motivated
Other duties as assigned

Benefits:

Health insurance
Life insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan upon eligibility
Long and short-term disability

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience from shareholders to professional staff. Interested candidates should email a resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Litigation Legal Assistant, Salt Lake City

Parsons Behle & Latimer, a regional law firm, has an immediate opening for a Litigation Legal Assistant in our Salt Lake City, Utah office. Position requires 8-10+ years of litigation legal secretarial experience in a professional office setting or equivalent. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; careful attention to detail; and excellent organizational and communication skills. Law firm experience is a plus; educational achievement will not be substituted in lieu of experience.

Responsibilities include supporting attorneys and paralegals with administrative tasks, answering phones, scheduling meetings, and providing backup legal assistance for others when needed.

This is an in-office position, and the hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. The minimum hourly rate is negotiable commensurate with experience. The firm’s generous salary and benefits package includes medical and dental coverage, profit sharing distribution annually after eligibility, life insurance coverage, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and personal leave accrual.

Job Requirements:

8-10+ years of litigation legal secretarial experience in a professional office environment
Experience filing in state and federal courts; and Green filing
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and case management software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Reliable, independent worker with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational skills
Positive, professional attitude
People-oriented and self-motivated
Able to work successfully in a team environment

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan upon eligibility
Long and short-term Disability

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience from shareholders to professional staff. Interested candidates should email a resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Litigation Docketing Specialist

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an immediate opening for a civil Litigation Docketing Specialist. The position can be an in-office position housed in any of our 11 offices or fully remote from Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and Washington.

The position requires 7+ years of civil litigation experience or prior docketing experience with calendaring, knowledge of court rules, familiarity with court websites, etc. Knowledge of docketing software is preferred. The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; high attention to detail; problem solving skills; excellent organizational abilities; and superior communication skills. The candidate must be self-directed as well as work well with a team to accurately docket litigation deadlines and events for all offices.

The position is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in-office or fully remote, and the salary is commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan upon eligibility
Long and short-term disability

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience from shareholders to professional staff. Interested candidates should email a resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.

Business Development Manager

Regional law firm Parsons Behle & Latimer (Parsons or Firm) is seeking a strong and dynamic business development leader to join the Firm in support of its more than 200 attorneys in 11 offices throughout five states in the Intermountain West.

The Business Development Manager (BDM) is responsible for implementing and creating business development initiatives that will expand existing client relationships, attract new clients, build the Firm’s profile and strengthen its reputation. The BDM will work closely with members of the business development and marketing team, attorneys, and the Firm’s leadership to advance Parsons’ strategic business development priorities. The BDM reports directly to the Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO) who is responsible for the Firm’s business development and marketing initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities

Play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and delivery of regional and national business development activities, including driving strategic initiatives designed to maintain, increase, and in some instances, enter new markets and industry sectors.
Work with and provide support to the CBDO, Department Heads and Office Managing Shareholders on targeted business development initiatives.
In collaboration with the CBDO, coach and train associate attorneys regarding business development, marketing strategies and best practices through the Firm’s Associate Business Development & Marketing Initiative.
Work with the CBDO to develop a targeted cross-selling program between departments and offices.
Work with the CBDO to enhance the Firm’s client service program, including an “onboarding welcome experience,” client interviews, client feedback surveys, and a formalized process for issuing thank you communications at the conclusion of matters.
Work with and assist the Marketing and Communications Director with the creation of targeted, well-written marketing materials, competitive intelligence and associated research, and the submission of RFPs, pitches, and presentation materials.
Conduct market analysis, industry and competitive intelligence research reports in support of new business development opportunities.
Serve as front-line project manager on incoming business development projects from conception to completion to ensure efficiency, quality and timely delivery.
Manage logistics associated with Firm-hosted and sponsored events for assigned departments while collaborating with the BD and marketing team and attorneys to ensure events are leveraged for building new and strengthening existing client relationships.
Play a key role in lateral attorney onboarding and integration, including drafting lateral integration plans and working with multiple practice groups to get the lateral attorneys on-boarded as quickly as possible.
Collaborate with the CBDO, Marketing and Communications Director, office managing shareholders, and Firm leadership to increase Parsons’ visibility and reputation throughout its geographic footprint via potential sponsorships, targeted events, organization/trade association memberships, and awards and recognitions.
Plan and execute targeted conferences, client development events, webinars and other Firm-hosted events while serving as the Firm’s representative.
Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Director on submissions for Chambers USA and other relevant ranking programs as assigned.
Work with the CBDO and Marketing and Communications director to prepare the Firm’s annual business development and marketing budget.
Other business development and client service duties as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with seven or more years of business development or sales experience in the legal industry or a professional services firm.
Proven ability to build relationships both internally with attorneys and professional staff, and externally with clients, prospective clients, trade associations and community partners.
Proven track record of developing and administering successful business development and client service programs.
Consistently demonstrate a strong customer service orientation and attitude both within and outside of the Firm.
Ability to work in both a strong team-based environment and independently.
Strong strategy development, critical thinking, creativity, writing and general business skills, as well as excellent managerial and communication skills.
Proactive self-starter who needs minimal supervision and is highly motivated to exceed expectations.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while consistently delivering quality results; and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to think critically and analytically; demonstrated ability to oversee and manage a budget.
Ability to convey information in a clear, concise and professional manner.
A willingness to learn new processes and procedures and to assume new responsibilities when required.

Compensation & Benefits

Parsons offers a competitive salary dependent upon education and relevance of prior work experience. The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $100,000 negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications.
The Firm’s generous benefits package includes medical and dental coverage, profit sharing distribution annually after eligibility, life insurance coverage, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and personal leave.

About Parsons Behle & Latimer

Established in Salt Lake City in 1882, Parsons Behle & Latimer’s (Parsons) more than 200 attorneys deliver an in-depth range of experience to its clients in the following industries: agriculture; banking and financial services; construction; dental; energy; healthcare; manufacturing; mining; natural resources; oil and gas; real estate; resorts and recreation; venture capital and startups; and technology. One of Utah’s largest law firms, Parsons remains on the forefront of business and industry trends to help clients accelerate their business objectives. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Parsons has offices in Lehi, Park City and St. George, Utah; Boise, Idaho Falls and Rexburg, Idaho; Helena and Missoula, Montana; Reno, Nevada; and Jackson, Wyoming. To learn more about us, please visit parsonsbehle.com.

Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience, from shareholders to professional staff. Interested candidates should email a resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.