$ 300-325 per hour
Michael is at his best when he is advocating for his clients. He has successfully settled or litigated hundreds of cases. His clients’ interests motivate every step of his practice, and they fuel his dynamic courtroom presence. Michael is energized, not paralyzed, by the complexities of the law.
Driven to excel, Michael refuses to quit until he reaches his goals. He instinctively knows what should be done in a case, and wastes little time moving forward to achieve justice for his clients. Michael channels his contagious energy into everything he does. It's no surprise that he loves what he does.
When you first meet Michael, you'll feel like you've known him forever. Michael has the ability to become well-acquainted with individuals, which magnifies his capacity to feel his client's emotions. Michael intuitively understands their hopes, dreams, fears, and sorrows, and through the power of the law, he is eager to help them transform their negative and scary emotions into positive and empowering ones.
Michael earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science (Magna Cum Laude) with a Minor in Legal Studies from Weber State University.
Michael is the Founding Partner of Hepworth & Associates, LLC - Attorneys at Law. He is also the Principal Broker and President of Hepworth & Fisher, LLC, located in Bountiful, Utah, and Vice President and General Counsel for Hepworth Investment Group, LLC, a real estate development company.
Michael’s practice areas include criminal defense, real estate law, litigation, and personal injury.
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Acquired: 2014
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320 W 500 S, Suite 200, Bountiful, UT, 84010
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Posted by Matthew | September 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney
for me to leave a review you either have to be amazing or garbage. I am aware of how late this review comes. I should have done it back in 2014 when Michael and John left me hanging and ruined my life. but I like mikes brother he is a solid dude so I tried to just move on and forgive and forget. they...
Posted by Jason | April 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Michael had been shadowing our case with another attorney in his firm for the past year and when that attorney had a family emergency Michael stepped in and got the job DONE! We are involved in a nightmare real estate case and have felt Michael's personal attention to our case has been exceptional....
Posted by Kelly | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Michael will be my attorney for life! There is truly no one else I trust for all of my legal needs. His integrity and character are exemplary and his commitment to his clientele is second to none. I have recommended him to my entire family and many close friends who have all thanked me and praised t...
Posted by Chris | April 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Mike is awesome. He was very helpful when it came down to property laws. He helped my family and I with our property on strawberry when a big company was trying to strong arm us. He advised us of our legal rights, what was permitted within the law, and how we could protect our property. He also wa...
Posted by anonymous | April 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Mike is a genius! He took my worries away and made it a great experience! I have already recommended him to several others and will continue to do so! Thanks Mike
"Negotiation is a skill that is essential to good lawyering. Mike has been involved in thousands of negotiations. His combined negotiation and legal skills benefit all of his clients, both in criminal and in family law endeavors."
"I have known Michael for many years. He is responsive, creative, and smart. In addition, you can rely on his integrity. I heartily endorse him!"
"Michael is a client focused attorney with a sound understanding of how to represent his clients' best interests and legal rights with professionalism. Michael's expertise allow him to advise his clients of their best course of action, and provide them support and counsel through the legal process. Michael is a real estate attorney who is able to help anyone with their property concerns or transaction needs. I would strongly recommend him to you."
"Mike Hepworth has a great reputation in the community and he works hard to live up to the standards and expectations set by his client and colleagues. Mike has extensive experience in the real estate field and can help with any of your concerns or problems. I have known and worked with Mike for several years now, and I have seen how hard he works to make is clients happy. Additionally, Mike has the skills need to successfully handle many other areas of the law including, criminal and family law, estate and business planning, as well as all types of real estate related law."
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Best Defense Team, University of Denver, Strum College of Law
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, Hepworth & Associates
2014 - Present
Davis County Bar AssociationMember
DUI and DOS dismissed; client accepted a plea of reckless driving, Class C Misdemeanor.
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Juris Doctorate
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BS - Bachelor of Science
2017
Continuing Legal Education
2015
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