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Justice in Utah's criminal court system is better with a good attorney.

Defense Strategy in Misdemeanor Cases Finding the Right Strategy for the Best Results A misdemeanor charge is less serious than a felony charge, but still carries…

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Adult Adoption in Layton, Utah: What You… The adult adoption process in Utah is easier than you may think, and it provides legal protections and opportunities that might…

Estate planning provides tools to protect your family when you are not there.

Utah Estate Planning Attorneys Fundamental Questions about Estate Planning in Utah What is estate planning? Planning for the preservation and transfer of a person’s property…

Estate Planning Articles – Wills & Trusts in Utah

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Estate Planning Isn’t Just for the Wealthy… Estate planning often gets framed as something for the wealthy—people with large homes, business holdings, and complex investments. But in reality,…

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Introduction to Probate: Using a Small… In this fourth article of our series on probate in Utah, we’ll explain the simplified process of administering an estate using…

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How a Will Works in Utah A last will and testament is a fundamental tool that should be part of a good estate plan. Our attorneys can…

Adoption in Utah – Information and Articles

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How to Get a New Birth Certificate After… After an adoption is finalized in Utah—whether it’s a stepparent adoption, adult adoption, private adoption, or foster care adoption—you’ll need to…

Notice Requirements in Utah Adult Adoptions The notice requirements for an adult adoption in Utah are simpler than what is required in a step parent or private…

Building Family Bonds - Adoption Attorneys in Utah

Adult Adoption – Information for Your Attorney This guide outlines the essential information your attorney needs to begin drafting the necessary court documents for an adult adoption. From…

Criminal Defense – Protecting Your Rights – Preserving Your Future

The Attorney Oath in Utah: A Commitment to Justice Before practicing law in Utah, every attorney must take an oath to “support, obey, and defend the Constitution of the United…

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Utah Criminal Appeals Attorneys If you believe you have been unjustly convicted of a crime, it is important to contact an attorney without delay. Specific…

Utah Appellate Rule Updates – 11 & 22 The Utah Supreme Court has approved certain revisions to Rule 11 and Rule 22 of the Utah Rules of Appellate Procedure.…

Case Briefs and Recent Utah Appellate Court Opinions

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State v. Qayum, 2025 UT App 178 The Utah Court of Appeals has affirmed a conviction for enticing a minor in State v. Qayum, a case that arose…

Legal resources, information, and analysis for attorneys in Utah.

State v. Dowhaniuk, 2025 UT App 100 The Utah Appeals Court has recently released an opinion reinstating the order for Jake Dowhaniuk to await trial on release with…

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State v. Bell Resets the Standard for… In State v. Bell, 2025 UT App 169, the Utah Court of Appeals issued a significant decision that reshapes how prosecutors…

Clearing Your Criminal Record in Utah

People Deserve a Second Chance In the criminal justice system, the most lasting consequence isn’t always prison or probation. It’s the quiet erasure of identity.

Felony Charges - Criminal Defense in Utah

Effects of an Expungement Order in Utah Utah Code section 77-40a-401 controls what happens once an expungement order has been signed by the court. It sets out rules…

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Investing in Your Future: Understanding… Clearing your record is more than just filing paperwork—it’s about a fresh start and peace of mind. At Stone River Law,…

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