Contract Family Law Attorney

About Utah Legal Services

Our Mission is to protect the rights of the disadvantaged and persons of limited means through legal representation, advocacy, and education.

Equal Justice Under Law is one of our nation’s most basic principles. However, economic realities often leave these promises unfulfilled. This is where Utah Legal Services comes in. Since our inception as a nonprofit in 1976, ULS has been committed to making equal justice a reality by providing free services, in civil legal matters. Last year, ULS assisted over 9,000 clients with legal issues related to their basic needs, such as housing, family safety, and income security. More than 70 attorneys and legal professionals working remote and in person, deliver client services from four regional offices in Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo and St. George. Help us level the playing field for low- income Utahns, ensuring everyone has a voice in the legal system.

Job Summary
Utah Legal Services seeks the services of a private attorney, located in or near Box Elder County or Cache County, to provide legal representation for ULS eligible clients. As a contract attorney you will provide high quality legal representation to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault with legal matters that will help them escape abusive relationships where they and/or their children's safety is at risk.  This is more than just a contract—it’s an opportunity to use your legal skills to create lasting impact in the lives of families navigating crisis, instability, and injustice.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend protective order docket on Thursdays in Logan, and/or attend Protective order docket on Fridays in Brigham City.
• Represent clients in protective orders, stalking injunctions, divorce, and custody cases.
• Clearly communicate with clients to determine their goals, then assess factual situations and present relevant legal strategies.
• Prepare and file necessary court documents.
• Negotiate settlements when appropriate, mitigating negative consequences to clients whenever possible.
  
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What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated experience in family law.
• Compassion, cultural humility, and a client-centered approach
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and courtroom skills
• Spanish speaking preferred but not required
• Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
• Admission and good standing with the Utah State Bar.

Job Compensation and Location

• Hourly rate of $65
  
• Box Elder County, Utah or Cache County, Utah

If you’re interested, please email your resume and professional references to Jacob Kent at jkent@utahlegalservices.org