- Vernal, Utah, United States
- Full-time · Entry
- $100K–$100K per year
- 1+ years
Performs entry-level legal support and preparatory duties under the direct supervision of licensed Deputy County Attorneys to facilitate the prompt, effective litigation of criminal cases.
Compensation
This full-time, Exempt position offers a competitive salary of $100,000 depending on experience
Responsibilities
- Reviews incident reports, examines evidence, assesses legal standing, and drafts recommended charges and charging instruments for review by licensed prosecutors
- Conducts in-depth statutory and case law research
- Drafts motions, briefs, memoranda, and jury instructions
- Assists lead attorneys with trial preparation, witness interviews, exhibit management, and court presentations
- Assists during arraignments, bail determinations, preliminary hearings, and sentencing proceedings
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school