Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Salt Lake City
Smart, Schofield, Shorter PC has been providing comprehensive legal services since 2003, combining the resources of a larger firm with the personalized attention of a smaller practice. Our team of attorneys brings over 170 years of combined experience across diverse legal disciplines, including business law, family law, bankruptcy, and personal injury. We prioritize timely communication, offering direct access to attorneys via email and phone to ensure clients receive prompt responses. Our firm specializes in innovative billing solutions for businesses and flexible fee arrangements for individuals, making quality legal representation accessible. With offices in Salt Lake City and Boise, we serve clients throughout Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming, maintaining a reputation for competent advocacy and ethical service.Our attorneys collaborate across practice areas to leverage collective expertise, ensuring thorough representation in both transactional and litigation matters. We are committed to treating every client as our top priority while maintaining cost-effective solutions. Our practice areas include insurance regulatory law, estate planning, criminal defense, and commercial litigation, among others. This approach allows us to deliver big-firm capabilities with small-firm responsiveness, tailored to meet both personal and business legal needs.
Services
Bankruptcy
Business Law
Family Law
Estate Planning
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Workers Compensation
Real Estate Law
Employment Law
Civil Litigation
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Our attorneys have over 170 combined years of legal experience across multiple practice areas.
- We offer flexible fee arrangements to make quality legal services accessible.
- Direct attorney communication ensures prompt responses to client inquiries.
- We combine the resources of a large firm with the personal attention of a boutique practice.
- Our reputation for ethical service and successful case outcomes spans three states.
What people say
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Services
Bankruptcy
Our bankruptcy attorneys guide clients through Chapter 7, 11, and 13 filings with strategic case management. We help individuals and businesses eliminate or restructure debts while preserving assets. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate counsel to navigate financial challenges.
Business Law
We provide comprehensive business legal services including formation, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution. Our attorneys assist with entity selection, compliance, and transactional matters for both established companies and startups. We focus on minimizing legal risks while supporting business growth objectives.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, support modifications, and adoption cases. We offer sensitive counsel while aggressively advocating for clients' parental rights and financial interests. The team specializes in resolving complex family law matters with practical solutions.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives to protect assets and ensure client wishes are honored. Our attorneys simplify complex estate matters, providing clear guidance on probate avoidance and legacy planning for families.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients in automobile collision, product liability, and wrongful death cases. We negotiate with insurance companies to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The firm prioritizes client recovery while managing legal complexities.
People
Alison Brace
Attorney
Alison Brace focuses on family law and civil litigation, bringing extensive courtroom experience to complex legal disputes.
Bradley J. Schofield
Attorney
Bradley Schofield specializes in business law and bankruptcy, offering strategic counsel to businesses navigating financial challenges.
Jeffrey C. Shorter
Attorney
Jeffrey Shorter handles estate planning and real estate matters, providing practical solutions for property transactions and legacy planning.
Ryan R. Smart
Attorney
Ryan Smart focuses on personal injury and workers' compensation cases, advocating for clients' rights in injury claims.
Tamara Hauge
Attorney
Tamara Hauge specializes in criminal defense and employment law, representing clients in both state and federal courts.
Questions
What areas of law does Smart Schofield Shorter handle?
We practice in bankruptcy, business law, family law, estate planning, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers' compensation among other areas.
Do you offer flexible payment options?
Yes, we provide monthly debiting options and special fee arrangements to make legal services more accessible.
How quickly can I expect a response from my attorney?
We prioritize prompt communication, with attorneys typically responding via email or direct phone line within business hours.
In which states do you provide legal services?
Our firm serves clients throughout Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming from our Salt Lake City and Boise offices.
Can I schedule an initial consultation?
Yes, we offer convenient initial consultations by phone or in-person at both our Salt Lake City and Boise locations.
