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Jesse M. Nix

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  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Licensed for 10 years
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About Jesse

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 Conyers & Nix.

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

EducationDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 70%

    12 years, 2,000 cases

  2. DUI and DWI: 20%

    12 years, 500 cases

  3. Education: 10%

    I represent educators and teachers alleged of misconduct before the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission at the Utah State Board of Education.

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

405 South Main Street
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Conyers & Nix

405 South Main Street
Suite 930
Salt Lake City, UT, 84111

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    UTActive201002/07/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Recognition of ServiceS.J. Quinney College of Law Pro Bono Initative2010
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Trial AttorneyConyers & Nix2018 - Present
    Trial AttorneySalt Lake Legal Defender Association2012 - 2018
    Associate AttorneyClayton Simms, LLC2010 - 2012
    InternSalt Lake City Prosecutor's Office2009 - 2010
    Law ClerkSalt Lake County District Attorney2008 - 2009
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Third District Judicial Nominating CommissionCommissioner2019 - Present
    Utah State BarEx-Officio Board Member2014 - 2015
    Standing Committee on the Model Utah Criminal Jury InstructionsMember Secretary2014 - 2018
    Plan-B Theatre CompanyPresident, Board Member2014 - 2018
    Utah Minority Bar AssociationPresident2013 - 2014
    Utah Pride CenterBoard Member2012 - 2015
    S.J. Quinney College of Law Young Alumni AssociationBoard Member2010 - 2014
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Utah Law Review"You Only Donated Sperm ": Using Intent to Uphold Paternity Agreements2009
    Journal of Law and Family StudiesUnwholesome Activities in a Wholesome Place: Utah Teens Creating Pornography and the Establishment of Prosecutorial Guidelines2008
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2010
    University of UtahPolitical Science2005
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    State of Utah v. R.R.Court Probation
    Utah v. A.F.Dismissed
    Salt Lake City v. Z.H.Not Guilty
    Salt Lake City v. J.F.Case Dismissed
    State v. K.M.Case Dismissed

    Reviews

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    Responsive, Supportive, Affordable.

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    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!
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    Fantastic Attorney

    Posted by

    Jesse Nix is an incredible defense attorney. He really knows what he wants and how to get it. It has been an absolute pleasure working with him and I could not be happier with the results. He is extremely smart and honest and does not waste any time. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal advice and I will use him any time I need an attorney.
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    School Teacher

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    On his professional website it reads; "Conyers and Nix treat every client with the respect, dignity, and compassion that they deserve. Our clients know that we're on their side." This literally was my experience with Jessie Nix in his legal representation for my defense. Nix's representation was life saving that destroyed all negative prosecuting hysteria. His work for my defense was worth every penny; bringing the peace back into my life that I well deserved! Nix is more than just a defense attorney earning a living, he stands for tender humanity!
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    Domestic services

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    I retained Jesse to assist with a domestic legal issue. He provided sound legal advise and expedient service which ultimately resolved my situation to my benefit.
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    Highly Recommended Criminal Defense Attorney!!!

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    I was unfortunately charged with a ridiculous misdemeanor, and Jesse went above and beyond to make sure it was reduced. Jesse was able to reduce my charge to an infraction and get me a plea and abeyance. It will soon be completely removed from my record. I like doing business with people who under promise and over deliver, and that is exactly what he did. I can't thank him enough!

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    Samuel Goble, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 16, 2020
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    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.

    Brent Huff, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 20, 2019
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Joshua Baron, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 19, 2018
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    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.

    Sean Druyon, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 26, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    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.

    Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Jesse. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    Danielle Hawkes, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 23, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    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.

    Philip Wormdahl, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 4, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Jesse is passionate defense attorney who works hard for his clients. I do not hesitate in recommending Jesse.

    Andrew Draxton, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 16, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    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.

    Cost

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    • Hourly Rates$250-$300/hour
      PAYMENT METHODS

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