Steven Postolka, a 2011 Morningside College graduate, has returned to Sioux City to work for the city of Sioux City as a litigator.

Postolka studied political science and mass communications at Morningside before attending the University of Iowa Law School for three years. During his time at Morningside he was a part of the symphonic wind ensemble, the men’s singing group, and sinfonia and he lived in the Plex.

After graduated from Law School, Postolka worked for a law firm in Spencer, Iowa for four years. Before landing his current job, he was a judicial law clerk in Sioux City where he did research for judges. He has been at the City Attorney’s Office in Sioux City since Jaunuray. Due to COVID-19, Postolka “hasn’t been able to try a case in a very long time.”

When asked what the hardest part of his job is, Postolka replied “The clients are the most difficult part of my job. When they’re coming in, they’re not coming in because of good things. They’re usually coming in because it’s the worst day of their lives.”

Another difficult aspect of his job is “Making sure there’s money coming into the firm while also making sure there’s justice for your client.” Postolka is thankful that he has a boss he likes working with and says this is very important for happiness at your job.

Postolka’s advice for students is to “Make sure you’re willing to put the time in.”