Opportunities

Parsons Behle & Latimer is always interested in recruiting diverse and talented individuals at every level of the firm - attorneys, paralegals and professional staff.

Lateral Attorneys

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. 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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Paralegals

There are currently no paralegal positions available.

Professional Staff

Receptionist in Boise, Idaho

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening for a full-time Receptionist in our Boise, Idaho office. Responsibilities include answering phones, greeting clients, scheduling conference rooms and meetings, ordering lunches, and overflow secretarial projects. Work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Starting hourly rate is $19 - $20 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications and Requirements:

High school diploma or GED
At least two years in a professional office setting or similar role
Experience using Microsoft Office 365
High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability
Ability to work independently and in a team
Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with clients and employees within the firm
High level of professionalism and friendly demeanor
Impeccable hospitality

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 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.

Billing Clerk | Collections Specialist in Salt Lake City, Utah

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening for a full-time Billing Clerk | Collections Specialist in our Salt Lake City, Utah office. The candidate should successfully manage conflicting work priorities and deadlines, and work under time-pressure to meet project schedules; urgent requests from clients/attorneys and resolve problems and develop solutions. Starting salary is $50,000, commensurate with experience.

The Billing Clerk | Collections Specialist is responsible for managing accounts receivable and recovering overdue debts owed to the firm or its clients. The Specialist will work with debtors to discuss overdue accounts, create payment plans or settle accounts fully, while always being courteous and respectful.

This Specialist will perform a variety of accounting duties according to established policies and procedures, which may include contacting clients, reconciling accounts, preparing reports and preparing client billing. The position maintains contact with attorneys, staff, and clients and observes confidentiality of clients and firm matters.

Role and Responsibilities:

Process, verify, and post time received from attorneys timely for invoicing
Generate statements and reports using word processing and accounting software
Generate and submit invoices to clients for payment using accounting software and e-billing sites
Research and resolve account discrepancies
Perform client account reconciliations as needed with spreadsheets and system reports
Assist attorneys and staff in analysis of time and fees invested in matters
Perform administrative and clerical tasks, such as data entry and filing records electronically
Proactively contact clients to discuss their accounts and/or payments when necessary
Provide ad hoc reports as requested by internal or external parties
Participate and engage in team meetings
Engage in ongoing educational opportunities or training to update job knowledge

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

High school diploma or GED
At least six months to one years’ experience in a similar role
Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic computations at a level normally acquired through completion of high school or equivalent
Strong math, typing, 10-key, and computer skills, especially Microsoft Office 365
High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability
General knowledge of accounting policies, procedures, and concepts
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Professional and friendly demeanor
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail
Ability to respond to requests requiring analysis of client billing histories and other basic financial analyses
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and follow the instruction effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact
Work occasionally requires a high level of mental effort and strain while organizing and maintaining multiple cases
Work occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours

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

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

Accounts Payable Clerk in Salt Lake City, Utah

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening for a part-time Accounts Payable Clerk in our Salt Lake City, Utah office. The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for ensuring firm invoices are paid accurately and timely. This role requires organizational and investigative skills. The Accounts Payable clerk is responsible for remitting payments on behalf of the firm. This individual must be organized, honest, and reliable. The starting hourly rate is $24.00, commensurate with experience.

Role and Responsibilities:

Process, verify, and record invoices received from vendors and internally timely
Research and resolve account and payment discrepancies
Maintain and organize accounts payable files and records
Work with other departments to ensure records are accurate and complete
Perform account reconciliations as needed
Perform administrative and clerical tasks, such as data entry and filing records electronically
Work with vendors to discuss accounts and/or payments when necessary
Provide ad hoc reports as requested by internal or external parties
Participate and engage in team meetings
Engage in ongoing educational opportunities or training to update job knowledge
Perform ad hoc requests as needed

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

High school diploma or GED
At least three years’ experience in a similar role
Strong math, typing, 10-key, and computer skills, especially Microsoft Office 365
High level of accuracy, efficiency and accountability
General knowledge of accounting concepts
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with clients and employees within the firm
Professional and friendly demeanor

Training Specialist in Salt Lake City, Utah

Parsons Behle & Latimer law firm has an immediate opening for a Training Specialist based in our Salt Lake City, Utah office. This is a full-time, in-office position (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.), salary starting at $85,000, commensurate with experience. The candidate provides training and support for all eleven of our offices in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming.

The Training Specialist will design, implement, and evaluate training programs aimed at improving the skills and knowledge of employees across various departments, with an emphasis on Information Technology training. This role requires a mix of instructional design, training delivery, and analysis to ensure training initiatives align with the firm’s goals and support employees’ professional development.

The successful candidate will have high attention to detail; relevant training experience in a corporate or law firm setting; excellent organizational abilities; and superior communication skills in both one-on-one settings and in presenting to groups. The position requires 5+ years of user support experience. The candidate must be self-directed as well as work well with a team.

Responsibilities:

Train new and existing employees in the use of technology tools
Work closely with firm leadership to develop relevant and informative training for onboarding new employees as well as training existing employees
Assist employees with learning and improving skills on legal programs like NetDocuments or other Document Management Systems and Aderant or other Time and Billing Systems
Update and create training materials, including curriculum outlines and e-learning modules and ensure that they are organized, up to date, and accessible to all employees
Utilize various learning methods and tools (e.g., webinars, videos, and PowerPoint presentations) to enhance training and delivery
Assist with technology, software, and other program rollouts and training
Prepare and maintain training documents and materials, including records of attendance.
Schedule and manage training classes
Share computer tips at monthly meetings and via weekly emails
Train on the use of audio-visual equipment for virtual meetings and ensure meetings are being recorded
Train employees on legal applications through group and one-on-one sessions
Assist with special projects and tasks as assigned
Collaborate with attorneys and professional staff across all levels of the firm
Be available for occasional night/weekend work or travel

Qualifications | Requirements:

5+ years of experience supporting end users
3+ years of direct experience with training, both one-on-one and in group settings
Expert knowledge of Word, Outlook, and Excel
Professional attitude, excellent customer service, and teamwork skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Good judgment, attention to detail, and excellent time management skills
Ability to adapt to new tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience training in a professional services environment
Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical staff
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and other legal software systems

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

Office Services | Hospitality Clerk in Reno, Nevada

Parsons Behle & Latimer has an opening for a part-time Office Services | Hospitality Clerk in our Reno, Nevada 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 preferably 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. daily. The minimum hourly rate is negotiable commensurate with experience, starting at $19.00 an hour. The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

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
Moving office furniture, including ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Back-up Receptionist, when needed
Positive, professional attitude
People-oriented and self-motivated
Other duties as assigned

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

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

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.