Top best C Lawyers in Salt Lake City | 2012 available

“I grew up on the West Side, fought hard to be able to afford to attend law school, and am proud to now have the skills and knowlege to help people – it’s a hard system, nobody should get trapped in it without a good advocate on their side.”. I've been practicing criminal law for over 16 years – As a former Felony Prosecutor with the DA’s office I expanded my knowledge of criminal law practice and litigation skills while on the Screening, Misdemeanor/Domestic Violence, General Felony/Securities Fraud, Felony Drug and specialty Felony DUI Units.. I spend over a year on the Misdemeanor team in Justice Court prosecuting a wide-range of cases from Drugs/DUI’s to Domestic Violence/Disorderly Conduct. For 3 years I focused solely on and prosecuted hundreds of FELONY DUI cases while on a the Felony DUI Unit.. After eight years at the DA’s office I was proud and excited to start my own law practice putting my skills to work to protect my clients rights and liberties.  Call my office to set up a free consultaiton call

Your legal issue(s) is/are can be very stressful.  This is why I try to maintain a positive, working relationship with my clients and why I give out my personal cell phone number so that I can be reached more easily.  I consider myself unique in this regard and in my personal, hands-on treatment of your case.  I schedule my own appointments and discuss all aspects of your case with you personally.  I do not simply hand your case to an associate and rarely deal with you.. Nothwithstanding the foregoing, I do have a personal life and enjoy time with my family outside of the working environment.  This allows me to rejuveniate and focus my energies and talents on your case.

With 30 years of experience in private practice I bring a highly organized, focused approach to resolving construction disputes and contract litigation in mediations, arbitrations and trials. Before attending law school, I served on active duty with the United States Air Force accumulating 2,000+ flight hours as a C-130E/H flight examiner navigator, air operations staff officer, instructor navigator and basic navigator at Dyess AFB, Texas and Yokota AB, Japan.  I served in the Air Force Reserve from 1989 - 2007 as a transportation officer, executive officer, squadron commander, special assistant to the 10th Air Force Commander, and Maintenance Group Commander.

With a passion for the law – and a unique perspective, Skye brings years of legal experience to the table. Thanks to her extensive trial experience, paired with a strong knowledge and understanding of the law, Skye is able to advocate decisively for her clients. Her ability to connect with people deeply allows her to not only communicate effectively, but produces the best possible outcome for clients. Skye has been recognized as a 2018 Utah Legal Elite by Utah Business Magazine, 2018 and 2019 Top 40 under 40 trial lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association and an "Attorney to Watch in 2017" by Attorney at Law magazine.  Utah Business magazine surveyed thousands of Utah State Bar members who were asked to vote for the lawyers whose work they observed firsthand as the best and whose services they would recommend to others.. Skye is a tireless supporter of her son's hockey and lacrosse leagues, as well as the local non-profit communities, including the VOA Homeless Youth Resource Center and Geraldine E. King Women's Resource Center.

Walter F. Bugden, Jr. is a partner with Bugden & Isaacson, LLC. Mr. Bugden focuses his practice in the area of criminal law. He handles all types of criminal matters including white collar cases, murder/manslaughter, sex offenses and DUI cases. He is a seasoned criminal trial attorney with over 35 years of experience, including having tried over 222 criminal jury trials. Between 2000 and 2010, Mr. Bugden obtained 25 acquittals in jury trials involving such charges as manslaughter, rape, negligent homicide, forcible sexual abuse, assault, drunk driving, and aggravated sexual abuse of a child.Mr. Bugden was an adjunct law professor at the University of Utah College of Law for over five years. He has served on the Utah Sentencing Commission and on the Utah Supreme Court's Task Force on Improving the Jury System. In October 2005, Mr. Bugden was inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers. In addition, he has received an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the national directory of lawyers. This is the highest possible rating at attorney can receive, indicating preeminent legal ability and the utmost ethical standards.In 2008, Super Lawyers magazine featured Mr. Bugden in an article entitled “The Unpopular Defense.” He was selected for the Mountain States Super Lawyers from 2007 through the present. Utah Business magazine named Mr. Bugden as one of the Legal Elite in Utah.Mr. Bugden earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Utah College of Law and has been licensed to practice law in Utah since 1977.

Values: Focus on the client, Transparency and Exceed expectations. Personal Injury. If you’ve been in a car accident, your primary focus should be on getting medical treatment and recovering. Let us take care of dealing with the insurance companies. We’ve handled many cases for clients who tried to deal with the insurance companies on their own. Let us help you as soon as possible after you’ve been in an accident. Let us fight for the settlement you deserve.. Divorce. Typically, no one gets married thinking they’ll get divorced. Sometimes people choose to try to do their own divorce paperwork. Then later, when something they didn’t think about or plan for happens, they call to see if they can change the divorce decree. Often the options are limited for a client who does this. We can help you navigate your divorce right from the start and make sure you get what you deserve.. Criminal lawWe all make mistakes and sometimes those mistakes get us into trouble with the law. It helps to have a defense attorney on your side.

TYLER S. LAMARR. Office Direct:. Email:. Tyler and his wife are from Colorado, but have been enjoying Utah for more than a decade. He is "Dad" to three children and enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, and eating great food.. PRACTICE EMPHASIS:. Tyler is a Partner and founding member of Miller Harrison. Tyler handles HOA Matters, Construction Defect Litigation, FHA certifications, Governing Document Drafting and Amendments, Rule Enforcement, Collections, Real Estate Development, Insurance Litigation and Insurance Coverage, Landlord Tenant, Small Business Associations, Contracts,  HOA Setup and Development, and General Litigation.. Tyler has taught continuing legal education courses to the Utah State Bar Construction Law Section, the Seminar Group, and through the Utah Home Builders Association.. He has also been a member of an attorney panel and presented at the Utah Chapter of the Community Association Institute.. EDUCATION:. BYU Law School, J.D., cum laude, 2011Colorado State University and BYU, Bachelors, 2008. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:. Tyler is a Member of the Community Associations Institute, Utah Chapter (UCCAI), and has been serving as the chairman of the Events committee for the local chapter.. BAR/COURT ADMISSIONS:. Member of the Utah State Bar, Collections Section, Construction Law Section, Real Estate Section. Tyler is admitted to practice in State and Federal Court

Todd is a Utah Licensed Attorney and the founder of Peterson Legal PLLC. Todd has been practicing criminal defense for 6 years now and has helped hundreds of clients navigate the stressful criminal justice system. After graduating from BYU with a bachelors in Economics, Todd attended Seattle University School of Law in Seattle, Washington. Upon completing his first year of law school, Todd transferred back to his home state of Utah to finish up law school and graduate from the S. J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. During law school, Todd worked as a law clerk for Salcido Law Firm, as well as interned at the Salt Lake Immigration Court.. Since his admission to the Bar, Todd has worked for Salcido Law Firm practicing primarily in criminal defense and family law. Todd has had the great opportunity of working with hundreds of clients in some of the most difficult periods of their lives. Additionally, Todd has traveled throughout Utah appearing in justice, juvenile, and district courts and has developed relationships with judges and prosecutors alike.. Todd has a drive to represent people facing criminal charges and making sure their rights are protected. Along with defending your rights, Todd understands that facing criminal charges is a very stressful and scary thing and he is passionate about working to alleviate as much of the stress as possible. When not working with his clients or appearing in court, Todd enjoys playing music and spending time in the outdoors with his two sons.. Education:. J.D. - SJ Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. B.A. in Economics - Brigham Young University

Thank you for visiting my AVVO page.. I have been practicing law in Salt Lake City, Utah since 2006. I have tried cases in state courts across this great state. My clients have included the entire range of our diverse society: from elderly widows to juveniles, urban office workers, truck drivers, and employees of the court system. Many of our cases are referred to us by other attorneys, court clerks, and former clients and we take great pride in handling those cases in the best way possible.. I was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, and educated at the University of Utah for my undergraduate degree and the University of Miami School of Law for my law degree.. That the practice of law demands service to our community, is a standard taken seriously by myself and I have made many sacrifices to that end for clients.. I have a history of being able to take a case that other attorneys have given up on and find the silver lining. Many current and former clients have expressed their sincere gratitude that they were able to find someone that was willing to put the effort into their case that was necessary.. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your case.

Thank you for checking out Michael Bringhurst, Attorney at Law.  There are many competent attorneys in Salt Lake City and in Utah that can help you with the legal problems that you are dealing with, unfortunately, there are also many that are not so competent.   We set ourselves apart from the others because we will listen to you and do everything that we can to make sure that you are heard and that your case is pursued and resolved in the way that you want.   Our job is to advise you so that you can make an informed decision about your legal situation.. We will not encourage you to pursue a course of action that will result only in increasing your attorney's fees.. We will be honest with you in our analysis of your situation and once you have chosen a course of action, we will support you and pursue your case with all of our energy and legal skills.   We encourage every client to take control of their situation and hope that every case can be resolved in the best possible way, we encourage mediation and alternatives to litigation, but if you need to fight to protect your legal interests, we are ready to fight for you.. We connect and communicate with our clients on a deeper level than you normally find in the legal field and we look forward to meeting with you and helping to resolve the legal issues you are facing.   We focus on family law, bankruptcy, real estate and general civil litigation.

Tara studied as an undergraduate at Brigham Young University, where she received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Piano Performance.  She then went on to attend law school at Brigham Young University while working as a clerk for the Criminal Appeals Division of the Office of the Utah Attorney General.  Following her graduation from law school, Ms. Haynes immediately began her practice as a private attorney, specializing in jury trials and criminal defense.. In 2005, Tara founded The Haynes Law Office, which ultimately merged in 2009 with the practice of her partner, Mr. Fuelling, into The Law Office of Haynes & Fuelling.

Tara Reilly is a dedicated and knowledgeable family law attorney who earned her JD from Gonzaga University School of Law in 2012. Throughout the years, she has focused her career on some of the most contentious family law matters, especially matters pertaining to child custody. Tara believes that conflict is what harms children, rather than divorce, which is why she is committed to helping families find personalized solutions that minimize the unique challenges families encounter under these circumstances. Contact Full Circle Family Law in Salt Lake City to discuss your family law matter with Tara Reilly.

Susanne Gustin is a top rated attorney in the state of Utah. With more than 29 years of experience in as a trial attorney, Susanne Gustin has earned a reputation for aggressively defending her clients. Susanne is well-known for her involvement in high-profile cases with some cases receiving national coverage. She has obtained numerous acquittals and dismissals of charges for her clients and has successfully created a name for herself in the legal community. In addition to her reputation in the courtroom, Suanne Gustin has been recognized for her professional excellence by a number of organizations, including an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbel, recognition in Utah Business Magazine’s list of “Best Criminal Defense Attorneys.”  She was also president of the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys in 2002 and the David K. Watkiss-Sutherland II Inns of Court in 2012. Susanne Gustin has decades of courtroom experience defending clients against a wide array of offenses, including sex crimes, theft and property crimes, and juvenile crimes.

Substantial practice in all aspects of family law, broad and long term real property and real estate practice, as well as extensive practice in a variety of other areas, including personal injury, probate, contract law, eminent domain (condemnation), and a vairet of other areas.    We provide a high quality service, and have an outstanding reputation in the community.   We will handle cases throughout the State of Utah.    Admitted to practice in both Utah and Massachusetts.

Stephen McCaughey began his career with the Salt Lake Public Defenders Office, and was in that office between the years of 1974 and 1976.. Since that time, Mr. McCaughey has been counsel in over 25 capital homicide cases and in over 100 homicide cases in total. His practice concentration is in drug offenses, violent crimes and white collar offenses in both Federal and State courts.. In August, 2012, McCaughey got a not guilty verdict in a capital homicide case involving a confession and the killing of a female deputy sheriff. It was the first not guilty involving the slaying of a police officer in Utah in 40 years.. Mr. McCaughey has represented individuals in the State and Federal Courts in Utah, Nebraska, South Dakota, Idaho, Wyoming, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Wisconsin, Oregon, Washington, California, Colorado, and Kansas.

Stephen Christiansen tries jury and bench trials and litigates appeals in the state and federal courts. No subject matter is off limits. He represents companies and individuals as plaintiffs and defendants in securities, contracts, intellectual property, real estate, personal injury, property damage, eminent domain, commercial, corporate, LLC, partnership, products liability, insurance, criminal defense, negligent and intentional torts, energy, tax, employment, bankruptcy, and any other matter tried in the courts. He is recognized as one of the top lawyers in Utah and the Mountain States.

Stephanie Wilkins Pugsley’s practice consists of a traditional litigation and appellate practice. She assists companies with commercial litigation matters involving contract negotiations, disputes, electronic discovery compliance and document retention policies, and employment matters. She has significant commercial litigation experience involving large construction defect cases. She also has experience representing multi-level marketing and direct sales companies, especially in Asian markets.. She has experience representing clients in Utah’s state and federal courts, as well as its administrative tribunals.  She has experience litigating cases in many states across the country.. Her training as a mediator has proven a successful tool when advocating for her clients outside of court, whether in negotiations or in the mediation context - regardless of the size of case. She has achieved great results and is quickly being well recognized by peers for superior work quality.

Staci Visser is an experienced criminal defense and family law attorney. Staci is a creative problem solver and is skilled at persuading judges and commissioners both in the courtroom and through her legal writing. Evidencing all of these skills, she drafted the legal "briefs" and then argued her client's case to the Utah Supreme Court and won (Ralphs v. McClellan). Staci is passionate about helping good people going through tough times.. Staci previously practiced divorce/family law and criminal law at Open Legal Services.  During law school, Staci honed her legal skills as an appellate law clerk for the Salt Lake Legal Defender’s Association and was editor-in-chief of the Journal of Law and Family Studies (now the Utah Law Review) at the University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney School of Law.

Spencer represents clients in business and real estate transactions, including entity formation, commercial transactions, mergers & acquisitions, employment and regulatory compliance, contract drafting and  general business matters. He has industry specific experience representing auto dealers throughout Utah on matters ranging from daily business operations to purchase and sale transactions.

Solving the important problems of my clients requires all 28 years of my experience, careful research and creative analysis. Understanding a client's goals helps me prioritize my work. Then I give clients an accurate assessment of their case. Third, I want to get all of the information I need to help them achieve their goals. To help me accomplish these three goals, I need clients to keep good records and to bring the records they have for my review. I enjoy meeting with clients to discuss potential solutions to their problems. I want clients to feel welcome and well served at our firm's office. I take time to give them a list of options to solve their problems and to help them understand what a court will do in a case like theirs. When clients cannot solve their problems without court intervention, I want to find the most effective way to get the relief the client needs. I strive to have a close working relationship with the client not only to make my representation more efficient and effective, but also to help me understand how the client wants to handle the important situations and decisions in the litigation process. Litigation needs to be focused on the specific relief the client wants.. Outside of the office I have had a long tenure working on a local and district level with the Boy Scouts of America and three of our sons and I have our Woodbadge beads. I have also volunteered in the Salt Lake public schools on various committees. I enjoy playing tennis with my wife and practicing musical instruments with my children. Going to and from the office I often listen to recorded literary works or college lectures.

So, a little about me.  I know choosing an attorney is tough, and hopefully this information helps you. I founded LJ Law (formerly associated with Just Law) in 2010  because I saw a need for a different type of law firm.  One that wasn't focused on a make money at all costs mentality.  One that didn't leave scorched earth in the wake of a family law case.  We started a firm where we focus on the family and we try to be settlement-oriented, but still tough when we need to be.  Our flat fee approach ensures that the focus stays on achieving the best outcome using client's resources to their maximum potential.. I have been practicing in the area of divorce and family law for over 20 years.. Prior to starting LJ  Law (formely associated with Just Law), I worked for the Office of Guardian ad Litem representing abused and neglected children, I have continued this work by acting as a Private Guardian ad Litem in cases. My degree in Psychology and training and experience with complex assets, mediation, child development, alienation, abuse and neglect, trauma, domestic violence and personality disorders, makes me uniquely qualified to handle complex cases in a way that keeps client’s and children’s mental health at the forefront.. EDUCATION & TRAINING2004 Juris Doctorate, Brigham Young University School of Law2000 Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Summa Cum Laude, University of Utah2000 Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, University of Utah2007 Basic Mediation Training, Utah State Courts2009 Advanced Domestic Mediation Training, Center for Advanced Mediation Studies2012 Collaborative Law Training, International Association of Collaborative Professionals.. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONSUtah State Bar Association, Member in Good StandingUtah State Bar Family Law Section, MemberUtah State Bar, Dispute Resolution SectionAssociation of Collaborative Professionals of UtahInternational Association of Collaborative ProfessionalsAssociation of Family and Conciliation CourtsUtah State Bar LGBT and Allied Lawyers. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION“10” Expertise Rating on AvvoExpertise, Best Family Lawyers in Salt Lake CityLead Counsel Rating in Family LawAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys 10 Best for Client SatisfactionThomson Reuters Super LawyerElite Lawyer AwardPro Bono Honor Roll, Utah State Bar Association. ELECTED POSITIONS. Associtaion of Family and Conciliation Courts, Utah Chapter: Vice- President 2023-2025. Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, Utah Chapter: Secretary 2019-2023. Utah Association of Conciliation Courts, Secretary 2017. Association of Collaborative Professionals of Utah, President, 2019. Association of Collaborative Professionals of Utah, President-Elect, 2018. SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTSPresenter, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Annual Training and Conference. Private Guardian ad Litem Training & Family Law 101, November, 2021Presenter, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Annual Training and Conference. Advertising and Marketing Ethics for Attorneys and Mental Health Professionals, February, 2020Presenter, Utah Family Law Section Continuing Legal Educations Series, The Future of Collaborative Law in Utah, January 2015Presenter, Utah CASA Conference, Education Advocacy for Court Appointed Special Advocates, October 2012. PRO BONO ACTIVITIESUtah State Office of Guardian ad Litem, Pro bono attorneyFamily Law Clinics hosted by the Legal Aid Society of Utah and the U of U Pro Bono Initiative, Volunteer.Tuesday Night Bar Volunteer clinic hosted by the Utah State BarFounder and Board Member of non-profit Wasatch Kids Camps Summer CampsUtah Arbor Day Foundation Volunteer. PERSONALLaura was born and raised in South Jordan and still enjoys a close relationship with her parents and brothers and sisters who all live nearby. Laura was raised in the LDS religion. but is not currently practicing. Laura loves to travel and has spent time living in Portland, Boston, California, Honolulu, Budapest and Mexico. Laura has personal experience as a step-parent and with divorce. She is currently a single mom and lives in daybreak with her children, her Yorkie/Bichon Frise dog, Lexi, her two cats, Miso & Cedar and rabbit, Meadow.  She has recently gotten back into rock climbing, dancing and mountain biking.  Some of Laura’s favorite places in the world that she has traveled to or lived at include: Maui, Kauai, Rome, Venice, Budapest, Yachats, OR, Arcata, CA and St. George, UT. Laura enjoys canyoneering, coffee, rock climbing, swing dancing, mountain biking, pottery, skiing, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, roller coasters, summer travel camps with large groups of kids, Thai food, road trips, Sunday pot roast dinners, Rook card games, big trees, her backyard creek and yoga.

Since the founding of Hobbs & Olson, L.C. in 1999, most of my practice has been focused in the area of real  property law, particularly in connection with community associations.  I have also been involved in many construction defect matters, including three cases which have resulted in settlements and/or verdicts in excess of a million dollars each.

Since 2004, Jon has practiced natural resources and environmental law, with an emphasis on water rights law, in Sacramento, California.  He has represented public agencies, individuals, and businesses in water, natural resources and environmental law matters.  Such matters include water rights, water quality, recycled water use and permitting, wetlands permitting, endangered species compliance, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, and hydropower relicensing with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.  He has litigated in state and federal court and appeared in administrative water rights hearings and settlement negotiations in enforcement actions.. Jon is the Vice-Chair for the American Bar Association’s Water Law Conference and the Public Service Vice-Chair on the ABA Water Resources Committee.  Previously, he served on the Board of Trustees for the Sacramento River Watershed Program and on the Sacramento County Bar Association’s Environmental Section Executive Committee.. Jon has written on varying water topics including international water law disputes between U.S. citizens and Mexico under NAFTA, wetlands law after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Rapanos, and the Environmental Protection Agency’s least environmentally damaging practicable alternative’s analysis required for all wetlands projects.  He has spoken on water law topics at conferences in Palm Springs and Santa Barbara, California and Montpellier, France.. Jon is licensed in both Utah and California.  He earned his law degree from the University of California, Davis and his BA from Brigham Young University.  In law school, he was the Editor-in-Chief of Environs, UC Davis’ natural resource journal.  He was selected to participate on UC Davis’ National Environmental Moot Court Team to compete at the National Competition at Pace University.  During law school he clerked at the California Attorney General’s Office, Public Rights Division and was a judicial extern for Magistrate Ronald Boyce, U.S. District Court, District of Utah.

Since 1992, I have practiced corporate/business law in some of the best large firms in the United States and gained valuable experience in every aspect of corporate/business/transactional law. I enjoy putting that experience to work for my clients to help them reach their business goals. I treat my clients as equals, and it's important to me that they are happy with the work I do for them, in terms of cost, quality and the whole experience. I give my clients more of what they like about working with lawyers and less of what they don't like. I'm a good listener and constantly looking for ways to improve what I have to offer. Please contact me now. You'll be glad you did.

Shareholder Ryan Pahnke represents clients in a variety of commercial litigation matters, including intellectual property and bankruptcy. He is admitted to practice in the state and federal courts of Utah and Nevada and has successfully litigated significant matters for local, national and international business clients through trial. Pahnke is a former law clerk to Judge Dee Benson of the United States District Court for the District of Utah.