Guardian ad Litem Attorney - 5th District - St. George/Cedar City

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Company: State of Utah

Location: Washington, UT 84780

Description:

Salary: $46.77 - $60.00 Hourly

Location : Washington County, UT

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 42714

Agency: 020 Judicial Branch

Opening Date: 09/09/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Exempt

Recruiter:

# of Openings: 1

Schedule Code: AO - Employees of the Judiciary.

Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Location: Office of Guardian ad Litem - 5th District - St. George (206 West Tabernacle | St. George, UT 84770) and Cedar City (82 North 100 East | Cedar City, UT 84720)

Schedule Code Description: (1) Full-time, FLSA exempt, at-will position with benefits | Monday - Friday | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.

Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules

EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: [redacted].

Job Description

The Guardian ad Litem Attorney I is an entry-level position with up to three years of law experience. The incumbent must be an active Utah State Bar Association member in good standing. An attorney Guardian ad Litem is appointed by the court to provide legal representation and coordinate assistance to abused, neglected, or abandoned children. The duties of the Guardian ad Litem Attorney are outlined in Utah Code section 78A-2-803. This position requires excellent written and oral advocacy skills.

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Example of Duties

  • Prepares cases by conducting legal research and gathering information.
  • Makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions.
  • Participates in decision-making and strategy sessions to prepare cases for court.
  • Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents, and/or other written material.
  • Represents the best interest of their client(s) in all stages of the case(s) assigned.
  • Conducts independent investigations, negotiates settlements, and/or attends all court hearings.


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Qualifications

  • Juris Doctorate and a member in good standing of the Utah Bar Association.
  • Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
  • General understanding of child welfare and/or district court proceedings.
  • Read and understand the information presented in writing.
  • Communicate information and ideas concisely and in writing.
  • General understanding of legal processes and procedures, applicable laws, rules, regulations, and/or policies and procedures, and ability to apply them.
  • Ability to analyze legal issues and research sound conclusions.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with judges, court staff, allied agencies, and members of the public.
  • Deal with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.


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Supplemental Information

  • Experience in family and/or juvenile law.
  • Candidate must have a Juris Doctorate and be a member in good standing of the Utah State Bar Association. According to Utah Code 78A-2-802(4), GAL Attorneys shall have "no clients other than minors whose interest they represent within the Guardian ad Litem program."
  • Must pass a background check with the Division of Child & Family Services.


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Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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