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In 2009, Joshua Baron and Yossof Sharifi founded Sharifi & Baron in downtown Salt Lake City. They didn't have any clients and had to share a desk in a tiny office to get started. Since then they have represented hundreds of clients in nearly every court in the State of Utah.
Mr. Baron graduated cum laude from the J. Reuben Clark School of Law at Brigham Young University where he was Executive Editor of the Journal of Public Law and Associate Editor of the Education Law Journal. Mr. Baron began his career as a litigator at a law firm in Park City, Utah, representing developers, real estate agents, and construction companies. He later joined the Salt Lake City Prosecutor’s Office and served as an Assistant City Prosecutor.
Mr. Baron has experience in civil and criminal litigation, ranging from construction and real estate law, to criminal and constitutional law. He has been lead attorney on over 20 jury trials and numerous bench trials. He speaks fluent Spanish.
Mr. Baron is licensed to practice law before federal and state courts in Utah.
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2701 N Thanksgiving Way, #100, Lehi, UT, 84043
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Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
THANK YOU MR. BARRON
Joshua Baron got the Motion and Order to Dismiss. That is the best outcome. Mr. Baron is the best attorney I have ever worked with. He explained everything and was responsive when I had questions at our meetings. If anyone is looking for a knowledgeable attorney, with the best results, at a great pr...
Thank you!
Posted by TODD | September 10, 2021
Amazing and honest.
He actually tries to help people. Not drain their bank account. If I ever need any Legal help in the future Im calling Josh. He is a really nice guy.
Thanks, Todd. I'm glad I could earn your trust. I'm here for you if you need me.
Posted by Joshua | February 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Lawyer
Joshua Baron is exactly how I thought a Lawyer should be. He listened to my concerns and my ideas. Shared his thoughts and advise with me, and explained how or why we should proceed a certain way. He was spot on every time. Professional... Joshua Baron carries himself with a level of professiona...
I’m so glad I could help you. Thank you for your kind words!
Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Josh Baron: Honest, Straight-Up, Informative, and Realistic
When one needs a lawyer it is never a comfortable situation. Josh was very informative of the case and described the specifics. He was very clear in inquiring about my specific desired outcome which we achieved. Josh is a real person (not of the stereotype laywers often receive). I thank you Josh...
I am so glad I could help you. Thank you for your kind words.
Posted by Michael | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney
"TBLE" The Best Lawyer Ever!!!
There arent enough words i could put together to describe the exceptional job he did. I was in a position where i thought all hope was lost and my lawyer at the time was simply not getting the job done. Josh was efficient, accessible and very dependable. I would highly recommend his services for any ...
You're a great client, Michael. I'm happy I've been able to work with you and get you a great outcome.
"Mr. Baron is both knowledgable and approachable. I connected with him through LinkedIn some time ago and have been hungrily consuming his writings ever since. I endorse him without hesitation."
"Josh is the real deal. Patient, compassionate, kind, knowledgable, and a ferocious advocate. You can't do better than Josh Baron."
"Josh is the attorney you want when it matters. I first met Josh while interning as a prosecutor. His skill in negotiating is unparalleled and I sought him out as a mentor. Highly recommend him if you are facing charges that will impact your life or livelihood, he is who I would use!"
"I worked with Josh on a recent first degree felony case and he was fantastic. I'm also a criminal defense attorney and if I got in trouble, I'd call him. He is wonderful with his clients and extremely skillful in the courtroom."
"I knew Josh as a criminal attorney when I was a prosecutor. I also worked with his firm to handle their family law matters. Josh is an excellent attorney that I respect not only for his expertise, smarts and professionalism, but also because he thinks outside the box and will go the extra mile to seek justice for his clients."
"I got to see Josh's work as a prosecutor. I admired his passion and his representation of his clients. He works hard and knows his stuff. Josh is very well respected and I fully endorse him."
"I have seen Josh in action. I don't think I've met a more thoughtful attorney. He has an uncanny ability to see solutions to difficult problems. I fully endorse Josh."
"Josh has earned a lot of respect from his colleagues in the defense bar, myself included. He's very balanced and has a comprehensive understanding of the law. He's also well respected by the other side, which is important to the outcome of any case. I would recommend him."
"Josh is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He has earned a lot of respect with prosecutors and has the ability to help his clients in a way that other defense attorneys cannot because of his reputation. At least, that's how it was for me when I worked as a prosecutor."
"Josh is a very well balanced attorney. He can relate to a lot of different types of folks. He is a good family man and takes a lot of pride in his work as well. He has a way with clients and judges and prosecutors. I have seen him in court and he is very smooth. When you are smooth like Josh, and prepared as he always is, he can get great results for his clients because judges and prosecutors trust him. I would highly recommend him."
"I would recommend Josh to anyone who needs a stellar criminal defense attorney. He focuses his practice on criminal defense, has been a prosecutor, and he knows the law. He works tirelessly and aggressively for his clients' freedom. You would do well to hire Josh."
"Josh is smart, experienced and trustworthy. He treats people with respect and gets good results for his clients."
"As a prosecutor I had several opportunities to work as opposing counsel with Josh and always appreciated his hard work ethic and genuine concern for his clients well being. Josh is a good person and a stellar attorney and I am proud to endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Baron is a very thorough attorney, he has great work ethic and is very dedicated to his clients."
"I proudly endorse this lawyer. He is very sharp, professional and personable. One of the best in his field."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Start Mountain States, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star - Mountain States, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star - Mountain States, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Pro Bono Participant, J. Reuben Clark Law Society
2013
Top Lawyer, Global Directory of Who's Who
2011
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2009
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Utah Legal Services & Utah State Bar
2009 - Present
Partner, Sharifi & Baron
2008 - 2009
Assistant City Prosecutor, Salt Lake City Prosecutor's Office
2007 - 2008
Attorney, Wrona Law Offices
2007 - Present
Utah State BarAttorney Member
2007 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietyMember
2007 - Present
State Bar of Utah, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
Case dismissed with prejudice
Not guilty of all charges
All charges dismissed with prejudice
Not guilty of rape
Deal successfully negotiated
Not guilty of all charges at jury trial
Not guilty of all charges at jury trial
All charges dismissed
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
You Should Be a Criminal Defense Lawyer
2018
Criminal Defense
2018
The Nobility of Criminal Defense
2013
Disruptive Innovation for Lawyers
2011
Is the Constitution a just document?
2013
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