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14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Family Law Solutions in Salt Lake County
Eric M. Swinyard & Associates is a dedicated legal practice serving clients in Salt Lake County and Utah County. Our firm combines decades of collective legal experience with a personalized approach to address complex family law, divorce, estate planning, criminal defense, and personal injury cases. We prioritize manageable caseloads to ensure attentive representation, educating clients on their rights and options while maintaining a calm, results-driven demeanor.Our attorneys bring extensive trial experience and a commitment to resolving matters through negotiation or litigation, always centered on client needs. With offices in South Jordan and Provo, we serve diverse families navigating emotionally challenging legal situations, emphasizing transparency, preparation, and tailored strategies for each unique case.
Services
Family Law
Divorce Representation
Estate Planning
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Child Custody
Alimony
Mediation
Adoption
Paternity
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We maintain manageable caseloads to ensure personalized attention for every client.
- Our attorneys have decades of combined experience in Utah family court systems.
- We educate clients on legal processes to enable informed decision-making.
- We offer tailored strategies for complex family law matters and litigation.
- We provide 30-minute no-obligation consultations with experienced attorneys.
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Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses custody, support, and domestic disputes with client-centered advocacy. We prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights through mediation or litigation. Attorneys guide clients through complex emotional and legal challenges, ensuring informed decisions that shape long-term family dynamics and financial stability.
Divorce Representation
We handle contested and uncontested divorces involving property division, alimony, and child custody matters. Our approach balances negotiation with courtroom readiness to secure equitable outcomes. Attorneys explain Utah's no-fault process while addressing unique circumstances like high-asset divisions or interstate custody arrangements.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create customized wills, trusts, and advance directives to protect assets and healthcare preferences. We minimize tax implications while ensuring digital asset management and guardianship provisions meet evolving family needs through comprehensive legal documentation.
Criminal Defense
We defend against misdemeanor and felony charges including DUI, assault, and drug offenses. Our strategy challenges evidence while negotiating plea agreements or preparing for trial. Attorneys leverage local court knowledge to protect clients' rights and minimize penalties like fines, probation, or incarceration.
Personal Injury
We pursue compensation for accident victims through insurance negotiations and litigation. Our practice covers car crashes, slip-and-falls, and medical malpractice, seeking damages for medical costs, lost wages, and pain while handling complex liability determinations with expert testimony.
People
Eric M. Swinyard
Founding Attorney
Eric M. Swinyard specializes in family law, divorce, and estate planning with personalized, high-quality legal services. He focuses on compassionate representation during emotionally challenging cases while maintaining courtroom effectiveness.
Ryan Ficklin
Attorney
Ryan Ficklin brings family law expertise from Southern California and Utah experience. He prioritizes client needs in divorce and custody matters with a dedicated approach to local legal challenges.
Keith L. Johnson
Attorney
Keith L. Johnson offers over a decade of trial experience across legal areas, now focusing on family law. His background in civil litigation strengthens his approach to complex custody and support cases.
Mark Hales
Attorney
Mark Hales has 17 years of legal experience in family, criminal, and civil law. Certified in mediation and guardianship, he handles complex domestic matters with comprehensive legal strategies.
Eliza Crespo
Attorney
Eliza Crespo provides compassionate estate planning services with fresh perspectives. Her background in estate law helps clients navigate transitions while emphasizing empathetic legal advocacy.
Questions
How long does a Utah divorce typically take?
Utah requires a 90-day waiting period, but contested cases may take months. Early negotiation can expedite resolution.
What defines no-fault divorce in Utah?
No-fault divorce requires stating irreconcilable differences without proving misconduct, simplifying the process.
What child custody resources exist in Salt Lake County?
Utah State Courts and Department of Human Services offer support, with attorneys guiding access to local resources.
How does mediation benefit Salt Lake County divorces?
Mediation offers faster, cheaper resolution through confidential negotiations while preserving co-parenting relationships.
What documents should I bring to a divorce consultation?
Bring financial records, asset/debt lists, marriage history, and existing legal agreements for comprehensive advice.
Is there an advantage to filing for divorce first in Utah?
Filing first allows presenting your case first but doesn't affect legal outcomes, only procedural timing.
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