Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox has appointed Jordan Van Oostendorp to the Eighth District Juvenile Court, filling the vacancy created by Judge Ryan Evershed’s appointment to the Second District Juvenile Court. “Jordan Van Oostendorp brings years of hands-on experience serving the people of the Uintah Basin,” shares Governor Cox. “His strong background in juvenile and criminal law and his deep ties to the community will serve the Eighth District well.” Van Oostendorp currently serves as the primary indigent juvenile defense counsel in Duchesne County Juvenile Court and holds indigent criminal defense contracts for Vernal City, Uintah County, and Naples City justice courts. Since 2013, he has also practiced at Sam, Reynolds & Van Oostendorp, P.C., where his work has focused on juvenile, criminal, and family law. “I have a great respect for the judiciary and have been honored to spend my entire legal career serving individuals and families in the Uintah Basin,” shares Van Oostendorp. “If I am fortunate enough to be confirmed, I look forward to serving my community with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to upholding the law with complete fidelity.” Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.
