$ 250-300 per hour
Dan is happily married to his lifelong love and high-school sweetheart. Together they have five amazing children. He loves the outdoors and is enthusiastic about fishing, backpacking, skiing, and golf. Despite the fact that he lives in Utah County, he is a devoted supporter of the University of Utah Utes.
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$ 250-300 per hour
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Acquired: 1997
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175 W Canyon Crest Rd Ste 205, Alpine, UT, 84004-2016
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Posted by David | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Outstanding Lawyer
I've known Dan for over 20 years and have consulted with him on a number of projects. He is exceptional and everything you could ever want in an attorney. He's honest, open, thorough, determined, and personable with a great depth of knowledge and experience. In one specific case he prepared a contrac...
Posted by Gary | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Simply the best.
Hands down the best attorney I have ever used. Dan has a unique legal mind that is not common in those practicing the law. Dan has always given me solid legal advice and explains it in a way that makes sense to the non legal expert. I have found many attorneys say that everything you want to hear ...
Posted by Rick | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Would definitely recommend
Dan was very professional and easy to work with. He is very knowledgeable in his field and I could trust his advice. He was also very fair in his charges. He seems to genuinely want to give good service and have his clients walk away happy. Best experience I've had with an attorney.
Posted by Ben | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
The best lawyer period!
I have used Dan for my legal needs for over 10 years now. His knowledge and understanding of the law allow him to be concise and direct in his assessments of any situation that I have needed his help with. He is the consummate professional and I would recommend his services to anyone in need of grea...
Posted by Barry | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Not your stereotypical lawyer..........
Dan does not fit the stereotype of a lawyer. Think of the opposite of all you hear about most lawyers and that describes Dan. He is honest, humble, and truly loves helping people. He has gone out of his way to take a personal interest in the work he has done for us. His advice and knowledge...
"Dan is the consummate professional. We've worked on what you would consider opposite sides in deals and litigation matters. He understands and defends his client's interests and finds a way to accomplish what he must while maintaining a constructive and positive tone and interaction with the other side. The best part: he is careful with his words and is always true to them."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is very knowledgeable on the law of fair housing and reasonable accommodations. He does an excellent job preparing the case for court and handling the appeal issues."
"Dan represented a party in a very complicated federal equitable receivership with which I was involved. Dan adeptly represented his client with skill and professionalism. He is bright, conscientious, and knowledgeable in his field. I recommend him without reservation."
"Dan is an outstanding individual and a top notch lawyer. I have worked with Dan on cases, and he has worked for me. He is careful, diligent, detailed, bright, and an exceptional advocate!"
Contracts and agreements lawyer
Litigation lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2013
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2012
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2011
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2010
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2009
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2008
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2005
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2004
Certificate of Achievement, ABA National Trial Academy
1997
Parker Award for Outstanding Performance in Jurisprudence, J. Reuben Clark Law School
1997
Excellence in Constitutional Law, Foundation Press
1997
Outstanding Accomplishments in Legal Research and Writing, Code-Co Publishing Co.
1997
Scholarly Writing Award, J. Reuben Clark Law School
2012 - Present
Managing Partner, McDonald Fielding PLLC
2007 - 2012
Partner, Smith Hartvigsen, PLLC
2005 - 2007
Owner, McDonald Law, PLLC
2003 - 2005
Shareholder, Kirton & McConkie
2000 - 2003
Associate, Kirton & McConkie
1997 - 2000
Associate, Nielsen & Senior
1995 - 1997
Law Clerk, Nielsen & Senior
1994 - 1995
Law Clerk, Utah Attorney General's Office
2005 - Present
Utah State Bar, Real Property SectionMember
1997 - Present
Utah State BarMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Utah State Bar, Litigation SectionMember
2011 - 2011
Utah State Bar, Constitutional Law SectionPresident
Decree of judicial foreclosure and a $15.164 million judgment against the guarantors.
Summary judgment in my client's favor for $3,645,873.28
The case against my client was dismissed on a motion for judgment on the pleadings.
The lawsuit against my client was dismissed.
Alamar Ranch obtained a $5.4 million judgment against Boise County
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BS - Bachelor of Science
1992
A.S.
2013
Group Homes & the Fair Housing Act: You Don’t Always Have to Say “Yes”
2013
Group Homes & the Fair Housing Act: You Don’t Always Have to Say “Yes”
2012
Model Ordinances – Group Homes
2012
Fair Housing Act Landmines
2011
Group Homes: The Feds, The State and Your Zoning Ordinance
2011
Group Homes and the Fair Housing Act
2011
Fair Housing Act
2010
Documented Disclosure
1999
1997
English