$ 550-550 per hour
Jesse began his legal career working for the Salt Lake District Attorney in 2008, but quickly learned that he’d rather defend someone who made a mistake rather than put an innocent person in jail. His interest in helping people at their worst moments comes from his belief that every person, regardless of their background or crime, deserves the best defense. He joined the Salt Lake Legal Defender Association (LDA) in 2012 where he excelled at achieving excellent results for his clients, despite at times having the highest caseload of any attorney. Recognizing his legal skills and ability to teach others, Jesse became LDA’s intern coordinator. He was responsible for training law students from the University of Utah and Brigham Young University on practicing criminal defense. Jesse’s passion for helping people at their worst moments persuaded Jesse to form Nix Law.
Jesse was recognized for his legal expertise when he was nominated to become a Judge in the Salt Lake City Justice Court. After he was not selected by Mayor Jackie Biskupski, Utah Governor Gary Herbert appointed Jesse to serve on Utah's Third District Judicial Nominating Commission where he interviews lawyers applying to be trial judges.
Education
S.J. QUINNEY COLLEGE OF LAW
Juris Doctor, 2010
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
B.S., Political Science, 2005
Bar Admissions
Utah State Courts
United States District Court, Utah
Activities & Affiliations
Third District Judicial Nominating Commission
Member
Plan-B Theatre Company
Immediate Past President
Utah Minority Bar Association
Former Board President
Utah State Bar Commission
Former Ex Officio Board Member
Committee on the Model Utah Criminal Jury Instructions
Former Member Secretary
Utah Pride Center
Former Board Member
S.J. Quinney College of Law Young Alumni Association
Former Board Member
David K. Watkiss-Sutherland II Inns of Court
Member
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Practice Areas
17 years | 1,194 cases
17 years | 3,898 cases
17 years | 974 cases
17 years | 686 cases
$ 550-550 per hour
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Acquired: 2010
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445 East 200 South, Suite 130, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111
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Posted by Marshall | February 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
If you're reading this, chances are you're dealing with a legal issue. I strongly urge you to consider Conyers & Nix Law Firm, especially Jesse. After consulting multiple law firms, I decided to work with him, and I can confidently say he is among the best attorneys out there. Here’s what sets him...
Posted by Nicholas | October 29, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
Absolutely top tier and honest lawyer. On a free consulting call he provided all of the steps to take before it may be beneficial to have him officially involved. So great!
Posted by Trish | April 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I called and screened 5 or 6 attorneys for my daughter’s case. I spoke right to Jesse. He was knowledgeable and realistic. He was straightforward on the options. The retainer was reasonable, and in hindsight he was worth every single penny and more! It’s a scary situation when choosing someone to spe...
Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Jesse helped me get an expungement that seemed almost impossible. I spent a year of probation for a misdemeanor of domestic violence that the lawyer who represented me in court hurt me forcing me to plead guilty by saying that in a year everything would be erased from my background. That lawyer did n...
Posted by Darby | July 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Jesse Nix was able to complete my expungements. He was reliable, communicative, and fast. His services are affordable, especially with the payment plan options provided. The platform to communicate is user-friendly and easy. So glad I worked with him. Highly recommend him for legal services!
"Jesse is smart. He is also creative and communicates well with law enforcement and judges alike. He has more experience than most attorneys practicing criminal law. More than that, Jesse has cajones. He works hard for clients and is bold. I fully recommend him."
"Jesse is a creative, passionate, hard-working attorney. I have seen him in all kinds of criminal hearings and he is always prepared and advocating effectively for his clients. If someone close to me were charged with a crime, I would recommend Jesse without hesitation."
"Jesse is an excellent attorney. He is passionate about what he does and is willing to get involved in "extra curricular" activities with the Utah Bar Association and with the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. I have seen him moderate "The Promise of Gideon", which was a forum where professors and legal scholars gathered to discuss how we can better serve the indigent community. Jesse also has a very warm and welcoming personality, making him easy to relate to. I would definitely trust him with my case."
"Jesse is a smart and passionate lawyer who seeks justice at every turn of a case. He is also very accessible to his clients in a friendly and thoughtful way. I would refer a friend or family member to Jesse without hesitation."
"Jesse is passionate defense attorney who works hard for his clients. I do not hesitate in recommending Jesse."
"I recently had a family member approach me on behalf of a co-worker that had been charged with a crime. The implications of a conviction were severe: deportation was possible. Because I don't deal in Criminal Defense, I decided to provide a referral for the would-be client. I immediately thought of Jesse. Jesse immediately took control of the case, counseling the client, and eventually working out a plea agreement that avoided any longterm implications. I highly recommend Jesse for any and all criminal matters."
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2010
Recognition of Service, S.J. Quinney College of Law Pro Bono Initative
2018 - Present
Trial Attorney, Conyers & Nix
2012 - 2018
Trial Attorney, Salt Lake Legal Defender Association
2010 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Clayton Simms, LLC
2009 - 2010
Intern, Salt Lake City Prosecutor's Office
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Salt Lake County District Attorney
2019 - Present
Third District Judicial Nominating CommissionCommissioner
2014 - 2015
Utah State BarEx-Officio Board Member
2014 - 2018
Standing Committee on the Model Utah Criminal Jury InstructionsMember Secretary
2014 - 2018
Plan-B Theatre CompanyPresident, Board Member
2013 - 2014
Utah Minority Bar AssociationPresident
2012 - 2015
Utah Pride CenterBoard Member
2010 - 2014
S.J. Quinney College of Law Young Alumni AssociationBoard Member
Court Probation
Dismissed
Not Guilty
Case Dismissed
Case Dismissed
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Political Science
2023
How to Win Your DUI Case: DUI Defense Strategies for Civil Lawyers
2021
Collateral Consequences of DUI Convictions
2019
How to Win Your DUI Case: What to Do When Stopped by Police
2019
Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions
2009
2008
English