Parsons Behle & Latimer (Parsons) is pleased to announce the arrival of its 2026 summer associates, who joined the firm on June 3.
The following law students join the firm as summer associates, with law schools and firm office locations as indicated below:
Justin Dausman, University of Wyoming, Jackson office
Valeria Jimenez, University of Utah, Salt Lake City office
Jessica Orr Ramsey, University of Idaho, Boise office
Abby Ryan, University of Arizona, Salt Lake City office
Zach Thomas, University of Wyoming, Salt Lake City office
Emma Waddel, University of Utah, Salt Lake City office
Spencer Bubba Walker, University of Oregon, St. George office
Left to Right: Justin Dausman, Jessica Orr Ramsey, Zach Thomas, Abby Ryan, Valeria Jimenez, Bubba Walker and Emma Waddel
Parsons recruits from a diverse pool of first- and second-year law students to participate in its Summer Associate Program with the goal of them becoming practicing attorneys at the firm. The program offers meaningful, real-world legal experience and a path to full-time employment after graduation. Summer associates handle substantive projects, work closely with attorneys and experience the inclusive culture that defines Parsons. Each summer associate receives a dedicated mentor, personalized feedback, and hands-on training through writing workshops and structured learning sessions.
The firm’s Summer Associate Program runs for 10 to 12 weeks during summer months.
For additional information on Parsons’ Summer Associate Program, click here.
