Business Details
19 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Provo, Utah
Pacific Legal Group has been a trusted legal advocate in Utah since 2007, specializing in criminal defense, personal injury, bankruptcy, family law, immigration, and probate matters. Our Provo-based team combines decades of collective experience with a client-centered approach, ensuring personalized representation tailored to each case's unique needs. We prioritize transparency, actively listening to clients' goals while providing strategic legal guidance grounded in extensive courtroom experience.Our attorneys are recognized for their commitment to ethical practice, with Rob Avery holding a Juris Doctorate from Brigham Young University and serving as an adjunct professor. We maintain strong community ties through roles like Board Member of the Utah Valley Symphony, reflecting our dedication to both legal excellence and civic engagement. With a focus on achieving favorable outcomes, we offer free initial consultations and 24/7 emergency support for critical cases.
Services
Criminal Defense
Sex Crimes
Personal Injury
Bankruptcy
Family Law
Immigration
Probate
DUI Defense
Litigation
Business Advisement
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of Utah legal experience in complex criminal defense cases
- Our team includes former adjunct law professors and American Inns of Court members
- We guarantee transparent communication with no hidden legal fees
- We serve Utah's Provo-Orem metropolitan area with localized legal expertise
- We maintain a proven track record of successful jury trial outcomes
What people say
Amazing attorney
Great decision
Honest and upfront
Informed every step
Zealously defended interests
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense attorneys represent clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges across Utah. We employ proven strategies like evidence suppression and witness credibility challenges to protect client rights. With experience handling DUIs, sex crimes, and violent offenses, we combine courtroom expertise with personalized defense plans. Our team prioritizes early intervention to prevent charges and negotiates favorable plea agreements when necessary, always maintaining zealous advocacy throughout legal proceedings.
Personal Injury
We advocate for injury victims in insurance claims and litigation, recovering compensation for medical expenses and lost income. Our attorneys handle car accidents, slip-and-falls, and workplace injuries with thorough evidence collection and expert testimony. We evaluate case value based on injury severity and long-term impacts, negotiating aggressively with insurers while preparing for trial to maximize client recovery through comprehensive legal strategies.
Bankruptcy
Our bankruptcy specialists guide clients through Chapter 7 and 13 proceedings to eliminate or restructure debts. We assess financial situations to determine optimal filing strategies, protect assets from liquidation, and negotiate with creditors to stop collection actions. With experience in complex bankruptcy cases, we help clients achieve financial fresh starts while complying with all federal and state bankruptcy regulations.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division. Our attorneys prioritize amicable resolutions through mediation while preparing for litigation when necessary. We create parenting plans that serve children's best interests and modify existing orders to reflect changing circumstances, providing compassionate yet assertive representation throughout the legal process.
Immigration
We assist with family-based and employment immigration cases, including green card applications and citizenship petitions. Our immigration attorneys navigate complex USCIS requirements, prepare documentation for visa approvals, and represent clients in deportation defense. We provide strategic guidance through the entire immigration process, ensuring compliance with evolving federal regulations while protecting clients' residency status.
People
Robert Avery
Founding Partner
Rob Avery is a seasoned criminal defense attorney with 17+ years of Utah courtroom experience. He graduated from Brigham Young University's J. Reuben Clark Law School, serves as an adjunct professor, and actively participates in the American Inns of Court. With hundreds of five-star reviews, he's recognized for his client-focused approach and successful trial outcomes.
Nathan Burdsal
Partner
Nathan Burdsal co-founded Pacific Legal Group in 2007, bringing extensive litigation experience to the firm. He specializes in complex legal cases requiring strategic courtroom representation, with a focus on protecting client interests through both negotiated settlements and trial advocacy.
Hutch Fale
Partner
Hutch Fale contributes significant legal expertise to the firm's practice areas, working collaboratively with clients to develop effective legal strategies. His practice focuses on achieving practical solutions to complex legal challenges faced by individuals and businesses.
Carl Hernandez
Attorney
Carl Hernandez provides dedicated legal representation across multiple practice areas, focusing on client needs and case-specific requirements. He works closely with clients to navigate legal processes while maintaining strong advocacy throughout all proceedings.
Questions
What does a Utah criminal defense attorney do?
We protect constitutional rights, analyze evidence, develop defense strategies, negotiate plea bargains, and represent clients at trial for misdemeanor and felony charges.
How can a personal injury lawyer help?
We investigate accidents, document damages, negotiate with insurers, and litigate claims to secure fair compensation for medical expenses and lost wages.
What bankruptcy options exist for Utah residents?
We guide clients through Chapter 7 liquidation and Chapter 13 repayment plans, helping eliminate debts while protecting essential assets.
What family law matters do you handle?
We manage divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, spousal support negotiations, and modifications to existing court orders.
How do immigration cases work?
We assist with green card applications, visa petitions, citizenship processes, and deportation defense through USCIS and immigration courts.
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