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Kurt M. Helgesen
also known as Kurt Helgesen
About Kurt
Biography
Kurt was born and raised in Kaysville city and graduated from Davis High School in 1996. Kurt has lived in Davis County the majority of his life and enjoys helping others on a daily basis. Kurt specializes in the areas of Contract Litigation, Criminal Law and Family Law, handling all family law issues with an emphasis on matters involving Child Custody disputes.
Kurt has five children of his own and seeks to understand each one of his clients, not only as a client but as a parent and/or unique individual. Kurt possesses a broad understanding of the legal process, which he has acquired through working with the firm and those around him, as well as through the time he served as an intern Law Clerk for the Court, and as a volunteer representing victims of domestic violence. Kurt's insight and understanding of the law and legal process helps him obtain favorable results for his clients.
Kurt is a very capable, dedicated attorney who has helped many clients obtain their desired results in paternity & custody actions, simple to more complex divorce cases, adoptions, contract disputes, and criminal as well as juvenile court matters. Kurt will fight hard for his clients' rights and freedoms. His clients like him and appreciate his hard work, dedication and not great, but good sense of humor. Kurt takes a personal interest in each case he takes on and looks forward to the different challenges that each one presents.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
14 years
Divorce and Separation
10%
14 years
Juvenile Law
10%
14 years
Child Custody
4%
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-250 per hour
Contingency
33%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Utah for 14 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Helgesen, Houtz & Jones
447 North 300 West, Suite 6, Kaysville, UT, 84037
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Contracts & Agreements
Posted by Clint | April 26, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements
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I was having problems with a used car purchase. The dealership sold me some warranties that they said I could cancel if I wanted to, but when I tried to cancel them, they would not let me. They kept on giving me the run a round and that is when I knew I needed Kurt's expertise on the matter. As so...
Kurt M. Helgesen's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I've worked with Kurt and other members of his firm as opposing counsel on a number of cases and have been impressed by his professionalism and the manner in which he zealously represents his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a mediator I have mediated several cases for Kurt and I find him to be dedicated and competent professional who looks out for the best interest of his clients. I would strongly recommend his services."
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"I've worked with Kurt on a number of different cases. Kurt is a great attorney who is dedicated to his clients. He puts everything into each case he is involved with. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Kurt is an honest, dedicated, intelligent attorney. I have worked with Kurt for several years as an attorney and I admire his willingness and zeal. Kurt is a great attorney, has a good sense of humor and is very personable. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt is smart, likeable and honest. He is dedicated to his clients and has a very creative legal mind. Kurt is a great problem solver. Clients like him and appreciate his hard work and results. He will fight hard for you and your family."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2014
Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 10 Best Ciminal Lawyer Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Helgesen, Houtz & Jones P.C.
2010 - 2010
Intern (Law Clerk), Second Judicial District Court of Utah
2005 - 2010
Paralegal, Helgesen, Houtz & Jones P.C.
Associations
2012 - Present
Utah Association for Justice
2011 - Present
Utah State Bar
Sample of Legal Cases
Herland v. Izatt 2015 UT 30
Supreme Court reversed the District Court in Plaintiff's favor and remanded to District Court. Final Outcome is pending.
Education
2010
Washburn University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Utah
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
N/A
Legal Articles
Law Blog
Languages
English
Activity
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03 Jun 2013
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Can my ex give consent for our child to be baptized, take it away, and reestablish it only as long as we give in to his demands?
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