Job Summary:
We are seeking a Spanish-speaking Associate Attorney to join our Ogden office location of Stowell Crayk, PLLC. Our law firm specializes in Immigration, Criminal Defense, and Family Law. We also practice in the areas of Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, and Civil Litigation. We have public defender contracts with several cities along the Wasatch Front. Are main area of practice, Immigration Law, includes removal defense, asylum, appellate practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals and the 10th Circuit, Adjustment of Status, Naturalization, Special Immigrant Juvenile status, DACA, U-visa & VAWA, T-visa, Consular Processing, Fiancé Visa, waivers, FOIA, etc. We also handle all manner of criminal cases in State and Federal Court, from infractions to felonies. We would accept a recent graduate who is planning to take the Utah State Bar Exam in July.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues
- Represent clients in court proceedings and hearings
- Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, and review immigration filings
- Provide legal advice and guidance to clients
- Assist senior attorneys in case preparation and management
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the UT state bar association
- Must be fluent in Spanish and English
- Strong knowledge of immigration law and/or criminal law is a plus, but not required
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Strong legal writing skills (proficient with Microsoft Suite and Google Docs)
- Able to drive to different courts around the State of Utah
The ideal candidate is passionate about helping immigrants and working with the immigrant community, as well as those who qualify for indigent defense in criminal proceedings. They will also be flexible, a quick learner, and able to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines responsibly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Language:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Ogden, UT 84401 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Ogden, UT 84401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person