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Jason C Hunter
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Biography
Jason C. Hunter practices in the areas of federal and state taxation, estate planning (including estate and trust administration and asset protection), and business planning. Jason provides legal counsel to individuals and businesses regarding various federal and state tax matters and he represents clients before the Internal Revenue Service and/or state tax authorities. He prepares and implements wills and trusts (revocable and irrevocable) to help clients accomplish their individual estate planning objectives, preserve their wealth, and minimize tax and administrative burdens. He advises clients regarding trust and estate administration, including representation in probate proceedings and preparation of estate tax returns. He counsels clients in forming charitable organizations (public charities and private foundations) and structuring charitable gifts (through outright gifts or use of charitable trusts). He advises clients in entity selection and the formation and operation of corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships, as well as the structuring and implications of business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations. Jason also counsels individuals and businesses in commercial financing and real estate transactions.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Business
28%
24 years | 250 cases
Estate Planning
28%
24 years | 300 cases
Real Estate
28%
24 years | 100 cases
Elder Law
10%
14 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Utah for 21 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 22 years
State: California
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Sage Law Partners, LLC
140 North Union Avenue, Suite 220, Farmington, UT, 84025
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Jason C Hunter's Reviews
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Posted by Doreen | May 12, 2010
Thorough and very detailed
Mr. Hunter was very knowledgeable in his field and we felt very confident in how he handled our legal matters. It brought us peace of mind to know our legal matters were handled properly and thoroughly. We felt his sincere interest in our needs and answered any questions we had regarding our legal i...
Posted by Mary | May 12, 2010
Jason C. Hunter
Jason has done some work for me and I would recommend him to anyone. I felt he gave me excellent counseling and did a thorough job of going over all my options.
Posted by Kevin | May 12, 2010
Great Estate Planning Attorney
Jason is very knowledgeable and easy to work with. He helped us with our estate planning (trust) and had some excellent suggestions we hadn't considered.
Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2010
Estate Plan from Jason Hunter
Jason Hunter was great to work with. Jason and his staff were very organized and professional. He was very personal and concerned about my personal situation. Jason quickly finished my estate plan and it was a good price for the services I received. I have recommended Jason to my family and frien...
Posted by Sarah Jane Jennings | May 4, 2010
Great Work
Jason is efficient, knowledgable and honest in his work. He worked very hard and kept us informed regarding our situation. He is very pleasant and professional to work with. I would recommend him to anyone!
Jason C Hunter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have collaborated with Jason over the past few months on a multi-jurisdictional project. Jason is extremely knowledgeable, and he is very approachable. He was always patient with my questions and would respond with a high degree of professional courtesy. His understanding of estate planning is multidimensional and sophisticated. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Hunter is engaging and provides direct and accurate advice. I have observed that he is professional with his clients and unshaken by conflict with opposing counsel. I strongly endorse Mr. Hunter in all areas of his practice."
"I recommend Jason. He is a very experienced attorney who delivers quality estate planning and business legal services. You will receive high quality representation if you hire Jason."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jason knows his estate planning matters. He works hard to carefully draft the estate plans he prepares. The real-world results of his plans will be what he presents to his clients and he takes time to explain any problems that might come up."
"I endorse Jason without reservation. It was a pleasure working with him when he was at my firm. He is an excellent and knowledgable attorney and a good friend."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jason is a contentious and thorough attorney. His grasp of complex estate planning concepts is impressive,"
"Jason is a details oriented, hard working, and personable attorney. We worked together on multiple estates ranging from small to those worth several hundred million dollars. Jason had a great eye for the smart moves clients should make and the experience to back up his beliefs. Through it all, he was a great mentor to a newer attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2020
2020 Mountain States Super Lawyers - Estate Planning & Probate, SuperLawyers
2016
2016 Mountain States - Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2013
Legal Elite - Estate Planning, Utah Business
2012
2012 Mountain States Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2011
2011 Utah Legal Elite - Estate Planning, Utah Business
2000
CALI - Legal Research and Writing, CALI
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Sage Law Partners, LLC
2010 - 2012
Partner, Pia Anderson Dorius Reynard & Moss
2009 - 2010
Partner, Froerer Hunter & Ahlstrom, PLLC
2008 - 2009
Associate/Of Counsel, Fabian & Clendenin
2006 - 2008
Associate, Bennett Tuller Johnson & Deere
2004 - 2006
Associate, Snow Jensen & Reece
2002 - 2004
Associate, KPMG
Associations
2010 - Present
Utah State Bar, Elder Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
Utah State Bar, Tax SectionMember
2006 - Present
Utah State Bar, Estate Planning SectionMember
2004 - Present
Utah State BarMember
2003 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2011 - 2012
Utah State Bar, Elder Law SectionChair
2010 - 2011
Estate Planning Counsel of Weber-DavisSecretary
2010 - 2011
Utah State Bar, Elder Law SectionChair Elect
2009 - 2010
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysMember
2009 - 2010
Estate Planning Council of Weber/DavisBoard Member
2007 - 2016
Centerville City Board of AdjustmentsBoard Member
2004 - 2006
Southern Utah University Alumni Association - Washington County ChapterPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Trust Litigation
Settled During Trial--Favorably
Trust Enforcement
Favorable Verdict at Trial
Asset Protection Settlement
Favorable for defendant
Estate Tax Savings with Defective Grantor Trust
Favorable--substantial estate tax savings.
Education
2003
Gonzaga Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Southern Utah University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Elder Law Section Bootcamp
Professionalism and Civility for Elder Law Attorneys
2011
Annual Meeting
Estate and Retirement Planning Panel Discussion
2010
NAPA Franchisee Conference
Estate/Business Planning: Making the Right Moves
2010
Federated Insurance Agent Conference - Utah
Estate Planning
2009
Trust in Trusts: Estate Planning Solutions for the New Economy
Trust-based estate planning solutions
2009
St. Benedicts Foundation - Estate Planning and Charitable Giving
Charitable Giving Solutions / Estate Planning
2009
Key Issues in Estate Planning and Probate
Transfer Tax, Probate, and Estate Planning Issues
Publications
2009
Key Issues in Estate Planning and Probate - NBI CLE Outline
Shifting Values and Transferring Interests--Overview of Federal Estate and Gift Tax Laws
2009
Key Issues in Estate Planning and Probate - NBI CLE Outline
Selected Issues in Probate
Languages
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I lost my job and wanted to rent my basement out to help make the house payment. I know others are doing it. HOA says no.
15 Jun 2018
Q&A
Can a trustee transfer property out of an irrevocable trust?
17 Jan 2013
Q&A
Collecting assets / Money for a judgment against LLC
24 May 2012