Richard Gale is a LION of an attorney. He represented a loved one of mine in a recent stressful…read morecase involving more than three felony charges with possible punishment of prison for life. Richard and my loved one achieved a NOT GUILTY charge for the three most egregious charges setting my loved one free (with probation). I also enjoyed that Richard really listened to my loved one and didn't try to push him into plea deals (as other attorneys had). He charged my family a reasonable price (honestly we should have paid him three times what he charged for the defense - and I really mean that). Richard is also a cheerful person as many attorneys are not.

I have never felt compelled to leave a review for an attorney based solely on an interaction in a…read morecourtroom... until today. During my son's court proceeding, this attorney and another defense attorney were sitting in the courtroom having a conversation loudly enough to be disruptive while my son's case was being heard. I politely asked them if they could please keep their voices down. They quieted down briefly, but the loud conversation started again. I politely asked a second time. Instead of simply acknowledging the request, this attorney Richard Gale, told me to move, in a manner I found unnecessarily rude and disrespectful. What bothered me most was the complete lack of professionalism and courtroom decorum. I was not yelling. I was not causing a scene. I made a simple, respectful request that two attorneys stop talking loudly while another person's case was being heard. The irony is hard to miss: had I, as a family member sitting in that courtroom, behaved the way these attorneys were behaving during one of their clients' cases, I have little doubt I would have been reprimanded or removed from the courtroom. Attorneys are held to a higher professional standard for a reason. People sitting in a courtroom are often experiencing one of the most stressful and serious moments of their lives. They deserve basic courtesy and respect and NOT to be treated as an inconvenience when they politely ask for the same consideration being expected of everyone else. This review is based solely on my firsthand experience with this attorney (Richard Gale) today. I cannot speak to his legal abilities or the outcomes of his cases. I can, however, speak to how he conducted himself in the courtroom and how he chose to treat me when I respectfully addressed a disruption. And based on that experience, I would not recommend him.

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Even though Jim could not represent me for the case I was involved in, he sat with me and answered…read moremy (million) questions and helped me make sense of all the legal speak/terms/etc. People doing things out of the goodness of their heart to help someone they don't even know is rare these days, but that's exactly what Jim did for me today and I appreciated it more than he'll ever know

This year (2021), I used Cathryne Harrison to create my estate documents: will, trust, POA, Medical…read moreDirective, etc., and am very, very happy with her knowledge, her service, and thoroughness in creating them. She was also very timely in getting them completed before my suddenly scheduled major surgery. Her office assistant was on board during my signing appointment to make any last minute changes and I walked out with a complete notebook of signed documents, unlike other attorneys who mail it to you after the fact. Plus, I had previously had a phone consultation with Cory Hundley regarding questions regarding unnecessary treatments sold to me by a local dental practice. He was very informative in differentiating between malpractice and what he termed "upselling" - evidently a very common practice here in Utah - selling you the most expensive options without offering the lesser ones at all or only later. His advice greatly helped how I handled that situation even though there was no official legal work coming from it for him. From my experience, I can't recommend them highly enough!

Great firm. the team was very efficient. Thank you for all the help with my parents estate.read more

Tony is the man! Young, professional, efficient and innovative! I have to agree with the review…read morebefore mijo, first and foremost don't ever get a ticket in Utah! Things happen and that's why we have professionals like the ones at Melton law! These people work hard for you. The second that you hired them they are working for you and they make it known. The connections most of these professionals have are necessary and incredible. My case had a resolution turn around of 6 1/2 days. I'm a Florida driver, we do things a little differently to say the least. As far as value... let's just say Tony was more cost effective than the ticket I received. I don't intend on running into any trouble in Utah again but if anyone I know does I'm giving them Tony's number. He's a pleasure to work with... even on such unfortunate circumstances. Highly recommend.

My experience with William and Tony has been nothing but good. They have represented me in 2 cases…read moreand has fought for me hard. Every interaction with them has been completely professional. What really got our eye was they are down to earth. We got to express how we really feel and so did they. Both of us having an unfiltered mouth, we knew these are the guys we want representing me. What they charge is reasonable no hidden fees. Thank you both for your work with my cases. Although we enjoyed working with you two let's hope we don't ever have to again!!

I was in a pretty nasty collision last year where I had neck and back injuries. I knew that I…read moreneeded a lawyer because it is foolish to face insurance companies alone, and a friend insisted I go talk to Pearson Butler about the accident. He was so adamant about going to Pearson Butler that he took me there himself in his car. It was an easy consultation and before I knew it I was getting treatment, getting a free rental car, and on the road to recovery. I have just received a larger settlement than expected and I am really happy that I went with Pearson Butler and I will certainly have them represent me again for a legal issue. Thank you Elizabeth and Matt!

I hired Mary Bevan to represent me during my divorce. While she initially presented a positive…read moreoutlook and said she would advocate for a fair outcome, the reality was far different. Her communication throughout the process was minimal, and during mediation, she admitted to taking her sick child to daycare, which I feel motivated her to finish fast that day. She encouraged me to accept an extremely one-sided settlement: minimal child support and alimony, no back pay, and no share of funds my ex withdrew from our accounts or retirement. Despite having strong evidence (including video of infidelity), she repeatedly dismissed its relevance and downplayed my concerns. She also failed to properly investigate significant financial discrepancies--over $60,000 in unexplained income on my ex's bank statements. I left mediation feeling blindsided, unsupported, and trapped. I called immediately afterward trying to withdraw my consent to the agreement, but was told I could not. Looking back, I wish I had a stronger advocate--someone who understood my situation and fought for a truly fair outcome. I do not recommend her to others going through divorce, especially if you're in a vulnerable financial or emotional position.

I've only had a consultation with Joshua but it went really well. I ended up hiring him for my case…read morewhich was largely based on his receptionist. She is focused, detailed oriented, & a communication specialist. Joshua has very affordable rates. I look forward to to his representation.

The only good thing I can say about my experience with him handling my divorce was the cost…read more Communication was slow and vague. Several times I had to say You didn't answer all my questions. I was told the process, that would only take about 3-4 hrs of his time would take 3-6 weeks to be final. After not hearing back after 6 weeks I reach out to him and he hadn't even final the paperwork yet. After it was final and I was having issues with my Ex not complying, Mr. Lucherini was not longer able to help me. And due to the way he worded things, they benefited my Ex and not me. Not worth trying not to go broke getting a divorce.

I live in New York and hired Nick Gottwald to represent my brother in Salt Lake City. My brother's…read moredivorce was anything but straightforward. The financial issues were complicated, the history was lengthy, and there was an overwhelming amount of documentation to work through. From our very first conversation, it was clear that Nick was not interested in taking shortcuts and making assumptions--and I knew I had found the right attorney for our case. He listened. He asked important questions. He wanted to understand not only the facts, but the context behind them. Nick never argued first and figured it out later. He sought understanding first--and that's what made him such an effective advocate. By the time we got to trial, Nick knew the case inside and out. That preparation, coupled with his keen understanding of the law, allowed him to represent my brother with confidence, giving weight and credibility to every argument he made before our judge, and ultimately achieving an outcome that exceeded our expectations. On a personal level, Nick was responsive, calm under pressure, compassionate, and genuinely invested. He treated us with kindness and respect, earning our complete trust. I'm so grateful that I chose Nick Gottwald to represent my brother. Words fall short of expressing my appreciation for his hard work and unwavering commitment from start to finish. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't change a thing. I'd hire Nick again in a New York minute.

I hired Nick Gottwald to help me with a complicated child support case. He did a great job…read morelistening and adapting my input into legal action. He has a ton of experience so he is able to offer great advice on what strategies will actually work (in court and in mediation). Nick is a great communicator, he's kind, professional, and you can tell he is passionate about the work he does and he wants to help you succeed. He worked well with the opposing counsel - leading and building trust. Ultimately Nick guided this case to a settlement which was the best outcome for everyone. Billing was easy and straightforward. I would highly recommend Nick and his firm. Thank you Nick!

I cannot say enough good things about Kevin and the team at Rocky Mountain Defenders. From the…read morebeginning, they demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, legal knowledge, preparation, and experience. Going through litigation can be incredibly stressful, and having an attorney who can not only understand the legal complexities but also explain them clearly and provide sound guidance makes an enormous difference. Kevin helped guide me through the litigation process while also counseling me on pending matters and helping me understand my options along the way. What stood out most was the combination of aptitude, professionalism, communication, and genuine wisdom that Kevin and the team brought to the table. I never felt like I was simply another case number. I felt that my circumstances were being carefully considered and that the advice I received was thoughtful, strategic, and based on substantial experience. I am extremely thankful for their guidance and representation and would absolutely recommend Rocky Mountain Defenders to anyone looking for knowledgeable, professional, and capable legal counsel. Five stars without hesitation. Thank you, Kevin, and everyone at Rocky Mountain Defenders.

Yelp really should allow a negative star rating. Rocky Mou tain Defenders is where you get the…read moreterm Laywers are Liars. They were very responsive till they got paid. Then the actual lawyer never called except 20 minutes before you were due in court then it was to tell you that his law office didn't do anything that the I take promised. Everything that Kevin said was a lie. If you want a chance of coming out of whatever situation you're in with peace of mind then stay far away from this law firm.