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If after thoroughly reading this brief description you think we would be a good fit for each other and want to learn more about this position, our firm, and the specific experience, qualifications, traits, and personality we’re looking for, please email a .pdf resume to info@platteriverlaw.com with your first and last name in caps, spelled backwards, followed by the phrase “is ready to join the team!” in lowercase. For example, if your name is Jane Doe, the subject line of your email should read exactly as follows: ENAJ EOD is ready to join the team! In the body of your email please provide the following dates:

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Copenhaver, Kath, Kitchen & Kolpitcke, LLC, a Powell, Wyoming, law firm is seeking an attorney, preferably with at least three years of experience. We have a general civil practice which includes litigation, administrative, school and municipal law, estate planning, estates and probate. Great opportunity for an attorney to grow into a well-established firm with strong client base.

Please send resume (including references), cover letter and a writing sample to Tracy Copenhaver via email: tracy@ckattorneys.net.

To view the full vacancy announcement, visit www.ca10.uscourts.gov/hr/jobs.

Submit cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience performing the representative duties, resume, and list of three references as a single PDF to: CA10_CMO@ca10.uscourts.gov

Our Multi-state Consumer Law Firm is in search of a full-time Attorney to manage its state Litigation Practice! We have been rapidly growing and looking for attorneys to continue that journey with us. We are a firm who focuses their commitment to both their clients and you! Please consider joining our team by submitting a formatted resume, cover letter, and recent writing sample

A qualified attorney should also be able to manage robust litigation schedule and have excellent people skills.

Represent clients in consumer defense litigation

Independently manage a high volume caseload, from inception through trial

Collaborate with attorneys and partners on complicated legal issues

Regularly handle court appearances and depositions

Consistently engage in client communication

Conduct complex legal research and discovery investigation

Work with a team

3+ years of consumer litigation experience

JD from accredited law school

Bar certified, active and in good standing in the state of Wyoming

Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision

Strong sense of discretion

Excellent written and verbal skills

Competitive benefits and salary based on experience

Full time and contract positions available!

Please provide resume along with WY bar number and confirmation that you are active and in good standing to:

211 W. Wacker Drive, Suite 300

Chicago, IL 60606

Scotts Bluff County Attorney’s Office and Scotts Bluff County Public Defender’s Office are currently accepting applications for the positions of Attorney. These are heavy litigation positions with extensive courtroom time. Requirements: Graduation from an accredited law school, member of the Nebraska Bar, good written and verbal communication skills. This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference. The benefit package includes health insurance, life insurance, dental, vision, and retirement. Applications taken until filled.

To apply submit cover letter, resume, and County application to: Scotts Bluff County HR Department, 1825 10th Street, Gering, NE 69341. For additional information call 308-436-6718.

For job description go to www.scottsbluffcounty.org/personnel/employment-jobs.html

Scotts Bluff County is EOE/AA

Busy family law firm is hiring an attorney. We’ve quadrupled in size in less than 2 years and we are expanding to a new location.

Experience preferred but not required. If you have experience in something other than family law, that’s a huge plus.

Ambition, drive, energy, positive attitude and a desire to grow with us are essential.

Salary is competitive; includes health insurance and 401k.

Send resumes to angela@rostadlaw.com.

The US Small Business Administration has an urgent need for Attorneys/Paralegals to review and close SBA Disaster Loans. Real Estate experience is a plus. Individuals waiting on bar results may apply. Attorneys must present a current bar card but may be licensed in any state.

The jobs are temporary (2 to 6 months), full-time, and many of them can be done virtually. We have expedited the hiring process to bring qualified people on board ASAP.

This position serves as a counsel to the Wyoming Public Service Commission, providing legal advice to the Commission and its technical staff on issues related to state and federal law applicable to public utility regulation, management of contested case proceedings including investigation of utility applications, and conduct of public hearings under the Wyoming Administrative Procedures Act as an administrative hearing officer.

Familiarity with public utility law and other energy issues is preferable. However, to the extent that you do not have public utility experience, but you have an interest in this area of law, we encourage you to apply.

The Public Service Commission will consider applicants that possess a Juris doctorate, or are a member of or qualified to be a member of the Wyoming State Bar.

See job no. 12721 at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/2773889.

(State of Wyoming, A&I Human Resources Division)

The Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (WCADVSA) is a non-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1984 to respond to the needs of domestic violence and sexual assault victims and to provide statewide representation and advocacy for the twenty-four local domestic and sexual violence advocacy programs in Wyoming. The mission of the WCADVSA is to support and enhance the work of our member programs and to provide leadership on the issues relating to domestic violence and sexual assault.

The WCADVSA Legal Project is funded through a grant received from the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), Legal Assistance for Victims Grant Program. The Legal Project has been funded by OVW since 1998 in competitive grant cycles. Two Staff Attorney positions and a Legal Assistant position are funded to complete the grant goals which include providing direct civil legal services on behalf of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking statewide. This position is located within the WCADVSA’s Legal Project main office in Laramie.

Supervised by the WCADVSA Executive Director and Legal Project Supervisor

WCADVSA is committed to diversity of experience and background in its workforce. The WCADVSA is an equal opportunity employer; women and individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The WCADVSA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic background, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Adhere to all stipulations of the WCADVSA Policies

At Will Full Time Exempt

Competitive Package Including: Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Personal Days, Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Retirement Plan

Resume and cover letter must be received by Wednesday, June 17, 2020, 5:00 p.m. Please email to kschwartz@wyomingdvsa.org, mail to PO Box 236, Laramie, WY, 82073.

The Federal Public Defender for the Districts of Colorado and Wyoming seeks a superior trial attorney to join our office. The Office of the Federal Public Defender operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act (18 U.S.C. § 3006A) to represent individuals who are unable to afford counsel and prosecuted in our federal courts.

Job Description: This is a full-time position, stationed in our office in Casper, Wyoming. The Assistant Federal Public Defender provides zealous, professional legal representation at court hearings, covering initial appearances and subsequent stages of federal criminal proceedings, primarily on the Casper docket. Duties include the investigation and defense of complex and diverse federal cases, comprehensive legal research, extensive motions practice, and frequent courtroom litigation. The AFPD assigned to Casper will be supported by colleagues in the Cheyenne and Denver FPD offices.

Applicants must be 1) a graduate of an accredited law school; 2) licensed by the highest court of a state, federal territory, or the District of Columbia; 3) a member in good standing in all courts where admitted to practice; and 4) a United States citizen, or a person authorized to work in the United States and receive compensation from this agency. Employment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation, including an FBI name and fingerprint check and an IRS tax check. Defender attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law.

The successful applicant will have at least five years of substantial experience in criminal defense. Substantial experience includes primary responsibility for jury trials in felony cases, previous work with scientific expert witnesses (including challenges and examinations), dispositive motions practice, sentencing mitigation, and management of voluminous discovery. A strong and established work ethic, a demonstrated commitment to criminal defense, a team-oriented professional demeanor, and a reputation for personal integrity are essential. Superior research and writing and oral advocacy skills are required. Extensive driving, largely within the District of Wyoming between Casper and remote detention facilities is required. Proficiency in Spanish is useful but not required.

Salary and Benefits: This is an “Excepted Appointment” full-time position with federal benefits and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health and life insurance, retirement, and the Thrift Savings Plan. Salary is payable only by direct deposit.

Apply via email by submitting a letter of interest, resume, and a writing sample that is your own work. No phone calls please.

Applications should be sent to: Kim W. Bechard, Administrative Officer, at employment@cofpd.org .

At least one interview will be conducted in person. Cost of travel is incurred by the applicant. All positions are subject to the availability of funds. Reposted May 22, 2020—open until filled. The Federal Public Defender is an equal opportunity employer.

Barney & Graham, LLC is seeking an Attorney to join our busy and growing law firm in Sheridan and Gillette, Wyoming. Applicant must be licensed to practice law in Wyoming or is sitting for the July 2020 Wyoming Bar Exam. Experience is preferred but not required. Compensation is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please submit a cover letter indicating the areas of law you are interested in, a resume with references, and a writing sample to Barney & Graham, LLC, 247 Coffeen Avenue, Sheridan, Wyoming 82801.

Hathaway & Kunz, LLP, Cheyenne based dynamic and fast-growing law firm, is currently seeking an associate attorney to join the team. Wide variety of practice areas which include business, corporate, litigation, banking/finance, energy, natural resources, estate planning and administration, technology and regulatory matters. Preference given to candidates with relevant prior practice experience and/or judicial clerkship. Preference additionally given to candidates that demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, team mentality, excellent writing and research skills. Salary to be determined based on experience.

To apply, please email Taylor Stevens at tstevens@hkwyolaw.com with a cover letter, resume, one writing sample and references.

Our legal practice is seeking to hire a Litigation Paralegal to join our team to support our practice by preparing documents like pleadings, orders, affidavits, discovery and legal correspondence. The litigation paralegal is a valuable part of the legal team often working on all phases of the trial from beginning to end. The Litigation Paralegal will help prepare for hearings, trials, mediations and depositions through exhibit organization, witness preparation, research and follow-through of other tasks as required. The Litigation Paralegal will also attend trials acting as an assistant to the attorney during the court proceedings.

This position requires a great amount of time spent on drafting correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs and many other documents needed in preparation for court. Because of this, excellent verbal and written communication, organization, and attention to detail is crucial. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and applications such as Word and Excel along with the ability to multitask effectively and essentially thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment are essential to be successful in this role.

Preparing affidavits, legal correspondence and other documents for attorneys.

Meeting with clients, attorneys, and other professionals to talk about case details.

Helping prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and assisting with other tasks as needed.

Preparing briefs, wills, contracts, real estate closing statements, pleadings, appeals, and other legal documents.

Investigating facts and laws of cases and searching public records and other resources to prepare cases and determine causes of action.

Directing and coordinating service of documents including delivery of subpoenas.

Gathering and analyzing statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, documents and other data.

Calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.

Keeping law library up-to-date by monitoring legal volumes.

Producing and sending out various documents, including a variety of orders, memos, emails, and letters.

Maintaining client communication, case status and updates.

Minimum of two (2) years of litigation legal support/legal assistant/paralegal experience required.

Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills.

Must be able to effectively multi-task, manage time sensitive documents and have exceptional organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Must be able to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment.

Ability to conduct legal research.

Knowledge of the litigation process to include court rules and procedures for prosecutions.

Ability to communicate orally.

Ability to use a variety of office software programs.

Knowledge and proficiency in legal software applications such as Clio.

Knowledge of and skill in the use of spreadsheets and schedules, in order to gather data, analyze information, and present findings.

Please email resume to jill@jacksonojeda.com

Looking for a motivated individual to join a busy family law/domestic relations practice. Job duties include drafting pleadings, client meetings, various office/administrative tasks, billing, trial preparation (and attendance if necessary), deposition preparation, etc. Preference would be a certified paralegal and experience in family law in Wyoming is a must. Compensation dependent on qualifications/experience.

Please send application materials to:

via email: jreece@reecelawllp.com

or

via mail: 104 South Wolcott, Suite 600, Casper, WY 82601

Legal Aid of Wyoming, Inc., a non-profit organization, is seeking a full time attorney in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Emphasis will be on domestic litigation and civil legal services for the indigent of Wyoming. Travel is required. Requires a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission to the Wyoming State Bar.

Benefits: Health, dental, vision and life insurance, 401 K plan, and the possibility of student loan repayment assistance.

Please submit cover letter and resume to mgodwin@lawyoming.org