Business Details
31 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Utah Legal Partner Since 1995
DexterLaw has been a trusted legal partner for Utah residents since 1995, providing comprehensive legal solutions across bankruptcy, criminal defense, family law, and business law. Our attorneys combine decades of experience with a client-focused approach, prioritizing clear communication and ethical advocacy. Recognized as Utah Valley's Best Law Firm for over a decade, we serve clients through personalized representation and a commitment to resolving complex legal challenges.With a track record of over 20,000 cases, our team focuses on delivering results while maintaining accessibility through 24/7 emergency consultations. Our attorneys' specialized expertise in specific legal areas ensures clients receive targeted, effective counsel tailored to their unique circumstances.
Services
Bankruptcy
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Estate Planning
Business Law
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Our attorneys maintain a 93% 5-star client satisfaction rating
- We provide 24/7 emergency legal consultation services
- Our team includes former prosecutors and public defenders
- We operate on a contingency fee basis for personal injury cases
What people say
Skilled and caring advocacy
Personal attention received
Helped prepare for future
Exceeded expectations
Won our trial
Services
Bankruptcy
Our bankruptcy attorneys help individuals and businesses eliminate or restructure debt through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings. We provide personalized guidance to stop wage garnishments and foreclosures while navigating complex bankruptcy codes. With extensive experience in debt discharge and asset protection, we help clients achieve financial fresh starts while maintaining compliance with federal bankruptcy regulations.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges with experienced representation from former prosecutors and public defenders. Our team handles DUIs, drug offenses, and violent crime allegations through trial advocacy and strategic negotiations. We protect constitutional rights during bail hearings, preliminary hearings, and trial proceedings while developing defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, and support matters with sensitivity to emotional challenges. We assist with property division, parenting plans, and modification actions while prioritizing children's best interests. With expertise in complex financial settlements and custody evaluations, we guide clients through mediation and litigation processes to achieve fair outcomes in high-conflict cases.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives to protect clients' assets and wishes. Our attorneys advise on probate avoidance strategies and healthcare directives while considering each family's unique needs. We ensure legal documents comply with Utah estate laws and provide ongoing guidance for estate administration and trust management.
Business Law
We support businesses from formation through growth with entity selection, contract drafting, and compliance guidance. Our services include LLC formation, business dispute resolution, and transactional support for companies of all sizes. With experience handling commercial leases and business succession planning, we provide practical legal solutions that align with clients' operational goals and regulatory requirements.
People
J. Bryan Dexter
Co-Founder/Attorney
Co-founder with 30+ years of experience in bankruptcy and real estate law. Graduated from Brigham Young University with dual degrees in Psychology and Italian. Handles complex financial cases and business matters while maintaining community involvement through local organizations.
Chris A. Dexter
Co-Founder/Attorney
Co-founder specializing in personal injury and criminal defense. Former insurance company representative with trial experience in wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases. Holds leadership roles in professional legal associations while maintaining active courtroom advocacy.
Moroni D. Shelton
Attorney
Criminal defense specialist with experience in DUI and felony cases. Earned business advising certificate during law school. Represents clients in state and federal courts while focusing on constitutional rights protection during criminal proceedings.
Matthew D. Hendricks
Attorney
Criminal defense attorney with focus on drug offenses and DUI defense. Graduated from University of Idaho College of Law. Prior business management experience informs strategic legal counsel for clients facing complex criminal charges.
Rebekah S. Griffin
Attorney
Family law specialist handling divorce and custody matters. Graduated from J. Reuben Clark Law School. Combines legal expertise with understanding of family dynamics to achieve child-centered outcomes in domestic relations cases.
Questions
What areas of law does DexterLaw practice?
We specialize in bankruptcy, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and business law, serving Utah residents since 1995.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free, confidential consultations 24/7 through our emergency phone line or scheduled office appointments.
How are attorney fees structured?
Most cases operate on standard hourly billing, while personal injury cases work on contingency fees with no upfront costs.
What makes DexterLaw different?
Our combination of 30+ years' experience, former prosecutorial backgrounds, and client-focused approach delivers superior legal outcomes.
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