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Choosing the Right Defense Attorney for Your Case We understand the fear and uncertainty you may be feeling. We listen to you so that we can guide you through…

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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…

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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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How a Will Works and Why You Need One Essential Insights for Your Estate Planning Creating a will is crucial in ensuring your wishes are honored, and your loved ones…

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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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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,…

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 Do I have to serve notice on a parent for an adult adoption? Required notice in an adult adoption is different…

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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

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.…

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Interlocutory Appeals in Utah Criminal Cases An interlocutory appeal is one that is filed prior to a final judgment is entered. In most criminal cases, this will…

AP&P Sentencing Recommendations in Utah Criminal Case Presentence Investigations and Reports Prior to sentencing in most felony cases, Utah judges will order Adult Probation and Parole…

Case Briefs and Recent Utah Appellate Court Opinions

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Utah Supreme Court Narrows Right to Appeal… October 31, 2025 – The Utah Supreme Court ruled in State v. Harris, 2025 UT 48, that criminal defendants do not…

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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…

State v. Smith, 2025 UT 45 In a recent decision, the Utah Supreme Court made it clear: judges—not juries—must decide if criminal charges are too old to…

Clearing Your Criminal Record in Utah

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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,…

Expungement vs. Pardon in Utah: Clearing… A criminal record can impact every aspect of life, from employment opportunities to housing and personal rights. In Utah, two legal…

Law and Justice in Davis County Criminal Courts

Utah’s Clean Slate Law The State of Utah recently implemented its new “Clean Slate Law,” which means that many people with Utah criminal convictions may…

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