Location: Farmington, UT
Company: Davis County Government
civil or criminal cases in Justice, Juvenile or District Court. Gathers and analyzes evidence in cases and reviews pertinent decisions, policies, regulations and other legal matters pertaining to cases; interviews witnesses; presents evidence against accused to grand jury for indictment or release of accused as required; appears against accused in a court of law and presents evidence before judge and jury.
Prepares and issues complaints, warrants and subpoenas; provides legal advice and prepares formal legal opinions on a wide range of problems for various County departments and law enforcement agencies; investigates unattended deaths; responds to questions from private citizens; participates
in training sessions for police officers, public officials, etc. Attends board and public meetings and gives legal advice. Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate degree plus two (2) years of full-time experience practicing law in criminal prosecution or defense, or four (4) years of fulltime experience practicing law including trial experience in a District Court. Career Ladder: This position is part of a career ladder job series. Incumbent in this classification may be eligible for career ladder advancement to County Attorney III on his or her eligibility date after meeting
the minimum requirements for the position, if recommended by his or her supervisor and approved by the department administrative officer.
2. Special Qualifications: Must be an active member of the Utah Bar Association, and must be a member in good standing. Employees driving a personal or a County vehicle for job related travel must possess a valid driver license, maintain the minimum vehicle liability insurance as specified in the Utah Code, and must operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner; new employees with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Utah Driver License within sixty (60) days of hire date (exceptions for military personnel and their dependents).
3. Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: municipal codes and ordinances, criminal and civil law and state statutes, court procedures and rules of evidence, the principles, practices and methods used in research. Skill in: litigating; conducting legal research; legal writing including briefs and memos; analytical problem solving; making decisions under adversarial circumstances. This position may require the driving of a motor vehicle; skill in operating a motor vehicle in a safe manner; ability to insure motor vehicle is operating in a safe manner; knowledge of Utah motor vehicle rules and regulations.
Ability to: apply legal principles and knowledge to individual cases and problems; analyze and evaluate facts and evidence and apply them to individual cases and problems; write briefs, legal memoranda and opinions clearly, concisely and grammatically correct; speak clearly and concisely; coordinate multiple tasks efficiently; follow written and oral instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, administrativeand court officials and the general public. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. COUNTY ATTORNEY III GENERAL PURPOSE Under general guidance and direction from a County Attorney VI or assigned supervisor, performs the most complex professional legal work in criminal cases in the County Attorney's Office. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Prosecutes the most difficult criminal cases in Justice, Juvenile or District Court.
Gathers and analyzes evidence in cases and reviews pertinent decisions, policies, regulations and other legal matters pertaining to cases; interviews witnesses; presents evidence against accused to grand jury for indictment or release of accused as required; appears against accused in a court of law and presents evidence before judge and jury. Prepares and issues complaints, warrants and subpoenas; provides legal advice to law enforcement agencies; drafts motions and memoranda; investigates unattended deaths. Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate degree, plus four (4) years of full-time experience practicing law in criminal prosecution or defense including trial experience in a District Court, OR six (6) years of full-time experience practicing law including trial experience in a District Court. Preference given for experience in prosecution or criminal defense work, including the prosecution or defense of interactionual offenses against children. Career Ladder : This position is part of a career ladder job series.
Incumbent in this classification may be eligible for career ladder advancement to County Attorney IV on his or her eligibility date after meeting the minimum requirements for the position, if recommended by his or her supervisor and approved by the department administrative officer. Special Requirements: Must be an active member of the Utah Bar Association, and must be a member in good standing. Employees driving a personal or a County vehicle for job related travel must possess a valid driver license, maintain the minimum vehicle liability insurance as specified in the Utah Code, and must operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner; new employees with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Utah Driver License within sixty (60) days of hire date (exceptions for military personnel and their dependents).
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of : criminal law and state statutes, court procedures and rules of evidence; the principles, practices and methods used in research. Skill in: litigating; conducting legal research; legal writing including briefs and memoranda; analytical problem solving; making decisions under adversarial circumstances. This position may require the driving of a motor vehicle; skill in operating a motor vehicle in a safe manner; ability to insure motor vehicle is operating in a safe manner; knowledge of Utah motor vehicle rules and regulations.
Ability to: draft legal instruments; apply legal principles and knowledge to individual cases and problems; analyze and evaluate facts and evidence and apply them to individual cases and problems; write briefs, legal memoranda and opinions clearly and concisely; speak clearly and concisely; coordinate multiple tasks efficiently; follow written and oral instructions; communicate effectively (orally and in writing); establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, administrative and court officials, law enforcement personnel, and the general public.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. COUNTY ATTORNEY IV GENERAL PURPOSE Under general guidance and direction from the County Attorney or assigned supervisor, manages a significant criminal caseload and serves as lead counsel on the most challenging cases.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES May be assigned to any legal work in the County Attorney's Office, which may include providing legal advice in specialized areas. Prosecutes the most difficult civil or criminal cases in Justice, Juvenile or District Court. Gathers, organizes, and analyzes criminal case evidence. Manages all aspects of criminal procedure, which may include preparing information, indictments, complaints, warrants, subpoenas, briefs, memoranda, and related documents.
Effectively presents material orally and in writing before judge and jury. Operates a motor vehicle in a safe manner and in compliance with all Utah laws and regulations. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate degree, plus six (6) years of full-time experience practicing law in criminal prosecution or defense including trial experience in a District Court, OR eight (8) years of full-time experience practicing law including trial experience in a District Court.
Preference given for experience in prosecution or criminal defense work, including the prosecution or defense of interactionual offenses against children. Career Ladder : This position is part of a career ladder job series. Incumbent in this classification may be eligible for career ladder advancement to County Attorney V on his or her eligibility date after meeting the minimum requirements for the position, if recommended by his or her supervisor and approved by the department administrative officer. Special Requirements: Must be an active member of the Utah Bar Association and must be a member in good standing.
Employees driving a personal or a County vehicle for job related travel must possess a valid driver license, maintain the minimum vehicle liability insurance as specified in the Utah Code, and must operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner; new employees with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Utah Driver License within sixty (60) days of hire date (exceptions for military personnel and their dependents). Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: criminal laws and state statutes, judicial procedures and rules of evidence; the principles, practices and methods used in legal research; departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
Skill in: conducting legal research; legal writing. This position may require the driving of a motor vehicle; skill in operating a motor vehicle in a safe manner; ability to insure motor vehicle is operating in a safe manner; knowledge of Utah motor vehicle rules and regulations. Ability to : draft legal instruments and proposed legislation; apply legal principles and knowledge to individual cases and problems; analyze facts and evidence and apply them to individual cases; effectively present material, orally and in writing; retain familiarity with a high volume of complex court cases; rapidly assimilate facts; respond extemporaneously; argue persuasively, under hostile and stressful circumstances; write briefs, legal memoranda and opinions clearly and concisely; speak clearly and concisely; coordinate multiple tasks efficiently; follow written and oral instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, administrative and court officials, and the general public.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. COUNTY ATTORNEY V GENERAL PURPOSE Under general guidance and direction from the County Attorney or designee, may act as a lead worker or legal advisor to County departments, and performs the most complex professional legal work in civil or criminal cases in the County Attorney's Office.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES May act as lead worker over the Criminal Division of the County Attorney's Office; assigns cases, monitors work and assists other attorneys in the division; conducts performance appraisals as necessary; works on more difficult cases. May act as legal advisor to County departments on civil matters. Prosecutes cases in Justice, Juvenile and District Courts. Gathers and analyzes evidence in cases and reviews pertinent decisions, policies, regulations and other legal matters pertaining to cases; interviews witnesses; presents evidence against accused to grand jury for indictment or release of accused as required; appears against accused in court of law presents evidence before judge and jury.
Prepares and issues complaints, warrants and subpoenas; provides legal advice and prepares formal legal opinions on a wide range of problems for various Davis County departments and law enforcement agencies. Talks to and consults with private citizens; attends board and public meetings and provides legal advice. May perform extensive research for the Courts, County Commission and department heads. Operates a motor vehicle in a safe manner and in compliance with all Utah laws and regulations.
Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate degree plus eight (8) years of full-time experience practicing law in criminal prosecution or defense including trial experience in a District Court, or ten (10) years of full-time experience practicing law including trial experience in a District Court. Preference given for experience in prosecution or criminal defense work, including the prosecution or defense of interactionual offenses against children.
Special Requirements: Must be an active member of the Utah Bar Association, and must be a member in good standing. Employees driving a personal or a County vehicle for job related travel must possess a valid driver license, maintain the minimum vehicle liability insurance as specified in the Utah Code, and must operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner; new employees with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Utah Driver License within sixty (60) days of hire date (exceptions for military personnel and their dependents). Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: criminal and civil law and state statutes, court procedures and rules of evidence, the principles, practices and methods used in research.
Skill in: litigating; conducting legal research; legal writing including briefs and memos; analytical problem solving; making decisions under adversarial circumstances. This position may require the driving of a motor vehicle; skill in operating a motor vehicle in a safe manner; ability to insure motor vehicle is operating in a safe manner; knowledge of Utah motor vehicle rules and regulations. Ability to: supervise, assign and review the work of subordinate attorneys; draft legal instruments and proposed legislation; apply legal principles and knowledge to individual cases and problems; analyze and evaluate facts and evidence and apply them to individual cases and problems; write briefs, legal memoranda and opinions clearly, concisely and grammatically correct; speak clearly and concisely; coordinate multiple tasks efficiently; follow written and oral instructions, communicate effectively (orally and in writing); establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, administrative and court officials and the general public.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
people are passionate about a bold and noble purpose? Do you enjoy being a driving force for equal justice under the law? Do you have legal experience? Are you working to obtain or have your Juris Doctorate? Are you a member or working to become a member of the Utah State Bar in good standing?
If so, this may be the perfect opportunity for you to join an energetic, mutually supportive, and visionary team as a Law Clerk Attorney. For more information on this position and others with the Utah State Courts, please visit utcourts. /jobs/ Having applied for an employment opportunity with the Utah State Courts, I hereby authorize the Utah State Courts to conduct a thorough background check
including but not limited to references, employment records, convictions, and criminal records. I understand that such background checks will only be made upon final selection for an employment position and that all information will be kept confidential and released only to authorized representatives.
I understand that any falsification of data on my part will result in disqualification from further consideration (prior to approval) or dismissal (if already approved); and that certain offenses may bar me from further consideration or result in termination. I hereby release the Utah State Courts and all authorized parties from any civil or criminal liability from my background check. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
you want to be part of an organization whose people are passionate about a bold and noble purpose? Do you enjoy being a driving force for equal justice under the law? Do you have legal, child welfare, and court proceedings experience? Do you have your Juris Doctorate?
Are you a member of the Utah State Bar in good standing? If so, this may be the perfect opportunity for you to join an energetic, mutually supportive, and visionary team as a Guardian ad Litem Attorney. For more information on this position and others with the Utah State Courts, please visit utcourts. /jobs/ Having applied for an employment opportunity with the Utah State Courts, I hereby authorize the Utah State Courts
to conduct a thorough background check including but not limited to references, employment records, convictions, and criminal records. I understand that such background checks will only be made upon final selection for an employment position and that all information will be kept confidential and released only to authorized representatives.
I understand that any falsification of data on my part will result in disqualification from further consideration (prior to approval) or dismissal (if already approved); and that certain offenses may bar me from further consideration or result in termination. I hereby release the Utah State Courts and all authorized parties from any civil or criminal liability from my background check. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
Responsibilities Research federal, state, and local matters; Make multi-jurisdictional filings; Interface with internal and external clients Format and construct various correspondence and other legal documents; Manage correspondence between attorney and clients; Organize, file, and maintain physical and electronic files in a paperless environment; Oversight of individual client preferences, client accounts, client invoices and requests; Maintain attorney calendar; Client Intake; Drafting basic forms; Proofreading draft documents Provide proactive and advanced legal support; and Other tasks as needed.
Qualifications Knowledge of commercial registered agents and business search requests
in foreign jurisdictions; Knowledge of court requirements and procedures; Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Power Point; Ability to meet required deadlines, multi-task, prioritize, organize, and work calmly under pressure; High attention to detail, be proactive, and self-motivated; Ability to both follow instructions, and to think and work independently; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Professional appearance and attitude; Two years of corporate and/or related transactional experience preferred; and Bachelor's degree preferred.
Compensation is competitive and the firm offers an excellent employee benefits package. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.
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CCS offers an outstanding benefits package including group health and dental insurance for employees working 30+ hours per week, 401a and 403b retirement plans, life insurance, and a generous PTO/holiday schedule. Job Description: Provide representation and outreach to immigration clients in Northern Utah, working out of the Ogden CCS Northern Utah Office.
The attorney who staffs this position is also responsible for serving immigrant victims of crime who qualify to receive services funded by a Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant. Responsibilities include: Screen and consult with potential clients to determine eligibility for CCS legal services and VOCA
grant eligibility. Prepare and file applications with the USCIS on behalf of clients and represent clients before the USCIS and the Immigration Court. Visit the domestic violence shelters in Weber and Davis counties to provide outreach about VOCA-funded legal services and screen residents who request immigration legal services.
Coordinate with other nonprofit legal service providers that use a common hotline and referral service. Track and report on client outcomes. Work in collaboration with other CCS staff attorneys and paralegal staff to work on other projects as assigned, this may include offering legal services to migrants seeking asylum. Work Environment - inside/outside, office,
warehouse, noise, temperature, etc. This position is in a professional office environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Physical Demands including bending, sitting, lifting, and driving This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, carry 25 pounds, open filing cabinets, bend, reach or stand as necessary. Skills, knowledge, and abilities: Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. Works independently in a safe, appropriate manner. Demonstrates both problem-solving and problem-prevention. Displays sensitivity to the needs of clients, clients' families, visitors, co-workers, volunteers, and other persons with whom the employee may interact.
Recognizes time as a valuable resource and responds promptly to the needs of clients, and co-workers. Understands the requirements of grant programs and the need to track hours and be accountable for time spent on cases. Proficiency in English and Spanish oral and written communication. Must maintain confidentiality regarding clients. Proficiency in computer skills to maintain case files, complete documentation, scheduling, and e-mail in Group Wise. Availability of an automobile with proof of current driver's license and auto insurance.
Personal qualities of openness and respect for co-workers and clients, compassion, and graciousness in helping clients to backss and to face their situations and to accept assistance. Commitment to the mission of the program and agency. Knowledge of community resources. Ability to evaluate and supervise staff. Ability to travel. Ability to communicate and work with others. Education, training and or experience : Must have a law degree by May 30, 2023. Spanish/English bilingual is preferred but not required. Background Screen/BCI requirement Must be able to pass a background check Licenses, certifications and credentials Must be able to Obtain a Law License within 12 months of the date of hire (Utah License preferred).
Position status and expected schedule This is a salary position. A flexible schedule is possible, but this position requires in-person/face-to-face work with clients (we are not able to accommodate applicants who can only work remotely). DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: This job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position.
The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. CCS is an equal-opportunity employer. To apply: Please go to the company website: ccsutah. org and apply under the employment tab. Position closes: Open until filled Requisition #: 22.10.08 Job Posted by Applicant Pro
