Utah State Bar
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The Bar is a 501(c)(6) non-profit governed by a 15-member Board of Bar Commissioners, which includes two court-appointed public members, 12 elected lawyers representing the judicial districts, and two elected officers. https://linktr.ee/utahstatebar
The Utah Law & Justice Center will be closed in observance of the holiday, November 27th and 28th. You may find what you are looking for on our website at utahbar.org
November 26, 2025 at 7:47 PM
The Utah Law & Justice Center will be closed in observance of the holiday, November 27th and 28th. You may find what you are looking for on our website at utahbar.org
Congratulations to Scott Young from Mayer Brown! Along with his colleagues, Scott serves as outside counsel for two non-profits, a reentry program for returning citizens (perseverenow.org) and a global health initiative for remote communities (www.sharemy.health).
#probono #accesstojustice
#probono #accesstojustice
November 26, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Congratulations to Scott Young from Mayer Brown! Along with his colleagues, Scott serves as outside counsel for two non-profits, a reentry program for returning citizens (perseverenow.org) and a global health initiative for remote communities (www.sharemy.health).
#probono #accesstojustice
#probono #accesstojustice
The Bar Spring Convention returns March 12–13, 2026, and we’re keeping the tradition alive at the Dixie Center in St. George. 🌄 Join us for:
-Awards presentation
-Engaging CLEs
-Social events & networking
Mark your calendars now & stay tuned for details at utahbar.org. Registration opens in January!
-Awards presentation
-Engaging CLEs
-Social events & networking
Mark your calendars now & stay tuned for details at utahbar.org. Registration opens in January!
November 25, 2025 at 7:08 PM
The Bar Spring Convention returns March 12–13, 2026, and we’re keeping the tradition alive at the Dixie Center in St. George. 🌄 Join us for:
-Awards presentation
-Engaging CLEs
-Social events & networking
Mark your calendars now & stay tuned for details at utahbar.org. Registration opens in January!
-Awards presentation
-Engaging CLEs
-Social events & networking
Mark your calendars now & stay tuned for details at utahbar.org. Registration opens in January!
The deadline for the Attorney Judicial Evaluations is this November 30th! Don't let your valuable feedback on judicial performance get missed. The JPEC survey link may be hiding in your spam, so check your folders!
✅ Bonus: Includes a Professionalism & Civility CLE!
Complete your evaluation today!
✅ Bonus: Includes a Professionalism & Civility CLE!
Complete your evaluation today!
November 25, 2025 at 4:50 PM
The deadline for the Attorney Judicial Evaluations is this November 30th! Don't let your valuable feedback on judicial performance get missed. The JPEC survey link may be hiding in your spam, so check your folders!
✅ Bonus: Includes a Professionalism & Civility CLE!
Complete your evaluation today!
✅ Bonus: Includes a Professionalism & Civility CLE!
Complete your evaluation today!
The Utah State Courts announced that public parking in the underground garage at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse will be discontinued effective January 1, 2026. Read more at:
www.utahbar.org/utah-judicia...
www.utahbar.org/utah-judicia...
November 24, 2025 at 10:29 PM
The Utah State Courts announced that public parking in the underground garage at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse will be discontinued effective January 1, 2026. Read more at:
www.utahbar.org/utah-judicia...
www.utahbar.org/utah-judicia...
⚖️ In 1911, American Bar Association President Peter A. Meldrim arrived in Salt Lake City to join the nation’s leading attorneys and shape the future of law. A legacy of collaboration + professionalism that still inspires today.
www.utahbar.org/about/95th-a...
#LegalHistory #OnThisDay #Leadership
www.utahbar.org/about/95th-a...
#LegalHistory #OnThisDay #Leadership
November 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
⚖️ In 1911, American Bar Association President Peter A. Meldrim arrived in Salt Lake City to join the nation’s leading attorneys and shape the future of law. A legacy of collaboration + professionalism that still inspires today.
www.utahbar.org/about/95th-a...
#LegalHistory #OnThisDay #Leadership
www.utahbar.org/about/95th-a...
#LegalHistory #OnThisDay #Leadership
Applications are being accepted for the position of district court judge of the Fifth District Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge John Walton. The complete notice of vacancy and the online application can be accessed at: judicialvacancy.utah.gov
November 21, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Applications are being accepted for the position of district court judge of the Fifth District Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge John Walton. The complete notice of vacancy and the online application can be accessed at: judicialvacancy.utah.gov
Applications are being accepted for the position of district court judge of the Third District Court. This position results from the confirmation of Judge John Nielsen to the Utah Supreme Court. The complete notice of vacancy and online application: judicialvacancy.utah.gov
November 21, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Applications are being accepted for the position of district court judge of the Third District Court. This position results from the confirmation of Judge John Nielsen to the Utah Supreme Court. The complete notice of vacancy and online application: judicialvacancy.utah.gov
Now Hiring: Disciplinary Counsel (Office of Professional Conduct)
Lead investigations and prosecute lawyer-discipline
cases at the administrative and state court levels.
📩 Send your résumé + letter of interest to
[email protected] and [email protected]
by December 1, 2025.
Lead investigations and prosecute lawyer-discipline
cases at the administrative and state court levels.
📩 Send your résumé + letter of interest to
[email protected] and [email protected]
by December 1, 2025.
November 21, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Now Hiring: Disciplinary Counsel (Office of Professional Conduct)
Lead investigations and prosecute lawyer-discipline
cases at the administrative and state court levels.
📩 Send your résumé + letter of interest to
[email protected] and [email protected]
by December 1, 2025.
Lead investigations and prosecute lawyer-discipline
cases at the administrative and state court levels.
📩 Send your résumé + letter of interest to
[email protected] and [email protected]
by December 1, 2025.
The holidays are coming, and so are the big dinner-table debates. 🦃🎄 For lawyers and their families, it can get extra spicy. This season, bring the same grace home that you bring to work. Sometimes the best closing argument is: “Let’s eat pie.” 🥧
November 21, 2025 at 4:35 PM
The holidays are coming, and so are the big dinner-table debates. 🦃🎄 For lawyers and their families, it can get extra spicy. This season, bring the same grace home that you bring to work. Sometimes the best closing argument is: “Let’s eat pie.” 🥧
⚖️ Bar Commission Meeting – November 21 ⚖️
These monthly meetings guide the work of the Bar and support its mission to serve the public and the legal profession. Agendas and materials are organized by the Bar President and available to the public online: www.utahbar.org/uljc-rental-...
These monthly meetings guide the work of the Bar and support its mission to serve the public and the legal profession. Agendas and materials are organized by the Bar President and available to the public online: www.utahbar.org/uljc-rental-...
November 20, 2025 at 10:59 PM
⚖️ Bar Commission Meeting – November 21 ⚖️
These monthly meetings guide the work of the Bar and support its mission to serve the public and the legal profession. Agendas and materials are organized by the Bar President and available to the public online: www.utahbar.org/uljc-rental-...
These monthly meetings guide the work of the Bar and support its mission to serve the public and the legal profession. Agendas and materials are organized by the Bar President and available to the public online: www.utahbar.org/uljc-rental-...
Lauren Harvey was a dedicated volunteer and site director for the Pro Bono Initiative throughout her law-school career. Now that she's graduated, Lauren continues to volunteer regularly with PBI!
Sign up to help: www.law.utah.edu/pro-bono-ini...
Sign up to help: www.law.utah.edu/pro-bono-ini...
November 19, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Lauren Harvey was a dedicated volunteer and site director for the Pro Bono Initiative throughout her law-school career. Now that she's graduated, Lauren continues to volunteer regularly with PBI!
Sign up to help: www.law.utah.edu/pro-bono-ini...
Sign up to help: www.law.utah.edu/pro-bono-ini...
Lawyers: AI isn’t the problem but misuse is.
• Verify AI outputs with real sources
• Never enter client info into tools that train on prompts
• Bill honestly
• Firms need AI policies
• Learn and experiment
Responsible AI = more accessible legal services.
📽️Watch the video.
• Verify AI outputs with real sources
• Never enter client info into tools that train on prompts
• Bill honestly
• Firms need AI policies
• Learn and experiment
Responsible AI = more accessible legal services.
📽️Watch the video.
November 18, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Lawyers: AI isn’t the problem but misuse is.
• Verify AI outputs with real sources
• Never enter client info into tools that train on prompts
• Bill honestly
• Firms need AI policies
• Learn and experiment
Responsible AI = more accessible legal services.
📽️Watch the video.
• Verify AI outputs with real sources
• Never enter client info into tools that train on prompts
• Bill honestly
• Firms need AI policies
• Learn and experiment
Responsible AI = more accessible legal services.
📽️Watch the video.
In 1940, 33 determined law students reached a milestone moment — admission to the Utah State Bar. Their achievement, highlighted in the Salt Lake Telegram, marked the beginning of careers dedicated to justice and public service.
Submit your memories: tinyurl.com/5f8jspfk
Submit your memories: tinyurl.com/5f8jspfk
November 18, 2025 at 2:49 AM
In 1940, 33 determined law students reached a milestone moment — admission to the Utah State Bar. Their achievement, highlighted in the Salt Lake Telegram, marked the beginning of careers dedicated to justice and public service.
Submit your memories: tinyurl.com/5f8jspfk
Submit your memories: tinyurl.com/5f8jspfk
We stand with the judiciary's statement that “Threats of violence against judges or court personnel are unacceptable, dangerous, and may violate state or federal law.”
READ ENTIRE STATEMENT: tinyurl.com/2s3exndc
READ ENTIRE STATEMENT: tinyurl.com/2s3exndc
November 17, 2025 at 9:29 PM
We stand with the judiciary's statement that “Threats of violence against judges or court personnel are unacceptable, dangerous, and may violate state or federal law.”
READ ENTIRE STATEMENT: tinyurl.com/2s3exndc
READ ENTIRE STATEMENT: tinyurl.com/2s3exndc
A huge thank-you to our incredible sponsors for making this year’s Fall Forum possible! Your generous support helps us bring this event to life and create meaningful connections for our legal community. We couldn’t do it without you!
November 15, 2025 at 6:31 PM
A huge thank-you to our incredible sponsors for making this year’s Fall Forum possible! Your generous support helps us bring this event to life and create meaningful connections for our legal community. We couldn’t do it without you!
✨ What an incredible Fall Forum! ✨Thank you to everyone who joined us for two days of learning, connection & collaboration. Colleagues came together to meet, network, exchange ideas, and spark new opportunities that will carry us forward long after the forum ends. 🍂🤝utahbar.org
#UtahStateBar
#UtahStateBar
November 14, 2025 at 11:57 PM
✨ What an incredible Fall Forum! ✨Thank you to everyone who joined us for two days of learning, connection & collaboration. Colleagues came together to meet, network, exchange ideas, and spark new opportunities that will carry us forward long after the forum ends. 🍂🤝utahbar.org
#UtahStateBar
#UtahStateBar
Special thanks to Utah lawyer legislators who participated in the Bar's Fall Forum today. We appreciate your updates on potential legislation and answers to questions posed by several legal professionals.
- Sen. Weiler & Sen. Brammer; Rep. Pitcher, Rep. Loubet & Rep. Abbott
- Sen. Weiler & Sen. Brammer; Rep. Pitcher, Rep. Loubet & Rep. Abbott
November 14, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Special thanks to Utah lawyer legislators who participated in the Bar's Fall Forum today. We appreciate your updates on potential legislation and answers to questions posed by several legal professionals.
- Sen. Weiler & Sen. Brammer; Rep. Pitcher, Rep. Loubet & Rep. Abbott
- Sen. Weiler & Sen. Brammer; Rep. Pitcher, Rep. Loubet & Rep. Abbott
Day 2 of Fall Forum is underway! We are looking forward to CLEs, awards, and informative breakout sessions on professionalism, civility, well-being, and strengthening relationships. Litigation Section Trial Academy is in the house, too! utahbar.org/fallforum
#Lawyering #FallForum #LegalProfession
#Lawyering #FallForum #LegalProfession
November 14, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Day 2 of Fall Forum is underway! We are looking forward to CLEs, awards, and informative breakout sessions on professionalism, civility, well-being, and strengthening relationships. Litigation Section Trial Academy is in the house, too! utahbar.org/fallforum
#Lawyering #FallForum #LegalProfession
#Lawyering #FallForum #LegalProfession
Day 1 of the 2025 Fall Forum is in the books! What a kickoff to this year’s theme: Optimizing our Practice and Strengthening our Relationships.
Thanks to everyone who joined us for a day of learning, connection, and community. See you tomorrow for Day 2! 👋
🍁www.utahbar.org/fallforum
Thanks to everyone who joined us for a day of learning, connection, and community. See you tomorrow for Day 2! 👋
🍁www.utahbar.org/fallforum
November 13, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Day 1 of the 2025 Fall Forum is in the books! What a kickoff to this year’s theme: Optimizing our Practice and Strengthening our Relationships.
Thanks to everyone who joined us for a day of learning, connection, and community. See you tomorrow for Day 2! 👋
🍁www.utahbar.org/fallforum
Thanks to everyone who joined us for a day of learning, connection, and community. See you tomorrow for Day 2! 👋
🍁www.utahbar.org/fallforum
ABA President Michelle Behnke visited Utah this week! 🎉 She graciously accepted BYU's invitation to speak with law students, toured Provo, and spent time connecting with our incredible Utah legal community.
#law #ruleoflaw #accesstojustice #probono
#law #ruleoflaw #accesstojustice #probono
November 13, 2025 at 9:30 PM
ABA President Michelle Behnke visited Utah this week! 🎉 She graciously accepted BYU's invitation to speak with law students, toured Provo, and spent time connecting with our incredible Utah legal community.
#law #ruleoflaw #accesstojustice #probono
#law #ruleoflaw #accesstojustice #probono
Welcome, Utah lawyers, to the Fall Forum! ⚖️ The energy is already high as colleagues connect over a lively lunch with great conversations, new connections, and plenty of shared insights.
Materials & agenda: utahbar.org/fallforum
#UtahStateBar95
Materials & agenda: utahbar.org/fallforum
#UtahStateBar95
November 13, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Welcome, Utah lawyers, to the Fall Forum! ⚖️ The energy is already high as colleagues connect over a lively lunch with great conversations, new connections, and plenty of shared insights.
Materials & agenda: utahbar.org/fallforum
#UtahStateBar95
Materials & agenda: utahbar.org/fallforum
#UtahStateBar95
Qualified applicants are sought to fill a Justice Court Judge position following the retirement of Judge John M. Dow in January.
🔹 Deadline: Dec. 12, 2025
📝 Apply: justicecourtvacancies.utah.gov
📩 Contact Matthew Flygare at [email protected] or 435-843-3157.
Info: tinyurl.com/3zae6ryc
🔹 Deadline: Dec. 12, 2025
📝 Apply: justicecourtvacancies.utah.gov
📩 Contact Matthew Flygare at [email protected] or 435-843-3157.
Info: tinyurl.com/3zae6ryc
November 13, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Qualified applicants are sought to fill a Justice Court Judge position following the retirement of Judge John M. Dow in January.
🔹 Deadline: Dec. 12, 2025
📝 Apply: justicecourtvacancies.utah.gov
📩 Contact Matthew Flygare at [email protected] or 435-843-3157.
Info: tinyurl.com/3zae6ryc
🔹 Deadline: Dec. 12, 2025
📝 Apply: justicecourtvacancies.utah.gov
📩 Contact Matthew Flygare at [email protected] or 435-843-3157.
Info: tinyurl.com/3zae6ryc
Applications are now open for the position of District Court Judge of the Third District Court. This vacancy is due to the upcoming retirement of Judge Barry G. Lawrence on May 16, 2026.
Deadline: December 15, 2025
Submit your application through the official online system.
judicialvacancy.utah.gov
Deadline: December 15, 2025
Submit your application through the official online system.
judicialvacancy.utah.gov
November 12, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Applications are now open for the position of District Court Judge of the Third District Court. This vacancy is due to the upcoming retirement of Judge Barry G. Lawrence on May 16, 2026.
Deadline: December 15, 2025
Submit your application through the official online system.
judicialvacancy.utah.gov
Deadline: December 15, 2025
Submit your application through the official online system.
judicialvacancy.utah.gov
Following Judge Mark Kouris’s upcoming retirement (Feb. 1, 2026), 5 nominees have been selected:
S. Grace Acosta, Joel Ferre, Patricia Kuendig, Todd Olsen, and Lance Talakai.
Public comments accepted until noon, Nov. 22nd at [email protected]
MORE INFO: tinyurl.com/42mcv6vv
S. Grace Acosta, Joel Ferre, Patricia Kuendig, Todd Olsen, and Lance Talakai.
Public comments accepted until noon, Nov. 22nd at [email protected]
MORE INFO: tinyurl.com/42mcv6vv
November 12, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Following Judge Mark Kouris’s upcoming retirement (Feb. 1, 2026), 5 nominees have been selected:
S. Grace Acosta, Joel Ferre, Patricia Kuendig, Todd Olsen, and Lance Talakai.
Public comments accepted until noon, Nov. 22nd at [email protected]
MORE INFO: tinyurl.com/42mcv6vv
S. Grace Acosta, Joel Ferre, Patricia Kuendig, Todd Olsen, and Lance Talakai.
Public comments accepted until noon, Nov. 22nd at [email protected]
MORE INFO: tinyurl.com/42mcv6vv