Deputy Attorney I

Uintah County UT • Vernal, UT

10h

About The Position

The Deputy Attorney I 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. The incumbent reviews incident reports, examines evidence, assesses legal standing, and drafts recommended charges and charging instruments for review by licensed prosecutors.

The role includes conducting statutory and case law research; drafting motions, briefs, memoranda, and jury instructions; and assisting lead attorneys with trial preparation, witness interviews, exhibit management, and court presentations. Under appropriate supervision and applicable provisional practice rules, the employee assists with arraignments, bail determinations, preliminary hearings, and sentencing proceedings, and contributes to plea frameworks and bail recommendations.

The position also prepares search warrants, affidavits, subpoenas, and writs in coordination with support staff; assists with administrative research and training for law enforcement agencies; supports the civil division on assigned municipal matters; and maintains organized case files while keeping senior counsel apprised of case progress. Until formal admission to the Utah State Bar, the employee serves in a non-attorney capacity as a Graduate Law Clerk or Legal Assistant and performs duties strictly under the direct oversight of licensed counsel.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• One year of legal practice experience, or an equivalent combination of legal education, clerkships, and practical legal training.
• Must be eligible to practice law in the State of Utah.
• Must obtain formal admission to the Utah State Bar within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Review incident reports, examine evidence, assess legal standing, and draft recommended charges and charging instruments for licensed prosecutors to review.
• Conduct statutory and case law research.
• Draft motions, briefs, memoranda, and jury instructions.
• Assist lead attorneys with trial preparation, witness interviews, exhibit management, and court presentations.
• Under supervisory oversight and applicable provisional practice rules, assist with arraignments, bail determinations, preliminary hearings, and sentencing proceedings.
• Contribute to plea frameworks and bail recommendations.
• Prepare search warrants, affidavits, subpoenas, and writs in coordination with support staff.
• Assist with administrative research and training for law enforcement agencies.
• Support the civil division on assigned municipal matters.
• Maintain organized case files and keep senior counsel apprised of case progress.
• Before formal Utah State Bar admission, perform duties as a Graduate Law Clerk or Legal Assistant under the direct oversight of licensed counsel.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Supplemental insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Perks program
• Wellness initiative with team activities, on-site health fairs, educational seminars, and access to an on-site wellness center and gym equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree