Kevin S. Vander Werff

Criminal defense Attorney at South Jordan, UT

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Criminal defense

50%

The moment you are arrested and charged with a crime, your life changes. In an instant, you have transitioned into the stress and uncertainty of criminal allegations. At Rocky Mountain Defenders, PC, we truly believe that each one of our clients is innocent until proven guilty. The criminal attorneys at our firm have committed themselves to fighting for this cause.
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16 years, 1,084 cases
DUI and DWI

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In 2010, there were more than 7,000 drunk driving arrests in the State of Utah. Our state is continually cracking down on intoxicated driving, but unfortunately, many people are arrested who may not actually have deserved it. Intoxicated driving is the most commonly committed crime in Utah, especially in a large city such as SLC. If you recently were arrested for DUI, then you have come to the right place. At Rocky Mountain Defenders, our Salt Lake City criminal lawyers are skilled in this area.
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16 years, 1,077 cases
Personal injury

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5 years

SOMETIMES BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE. YOU NEED SOMEONE ON YOUR SIDE THAT WILL FIGHT FOR YOU!

Prior to joining Rocky Mountain Defenders, P.C., Kevin S. Vander Werff, Sr. worked for approximately 6 years as a full-time criminal defense attorney with Keith Barton & Associates, P.C. and previously as corporate in-house counsel for a technology company.

Mr. Vander Werff has experience in business law, bankruptcy law, insurance defense, criminal law and personal injury law. Kevin Vander Werff currently focuses his efforts as a criminal trial attorney whose practice is limited to criminal defense cases.

Kevin has tried both felony and misdemeanor jury trials and has dealt with a wide range of cases involving everything from sex charges to traffic cases. Many of Kevin's trials involve defending DUI cases. Kevin has received specialized training for DUI defense and has completed the NHTSA course for the Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) which is the same training received by police officers who are administering the Sobriety Tests in the field. Kevin has earned a reputation for aggressively defending his clients against criminal charges and is an effective negotiator when you need someone in your corner.

Mr. Vander Werff graduated with his Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Utah Valley State College in 1998. He attended law school at Creighton University School of Law in Omaha, Nebraska and was a visiting student at the J. Reuben Clark School of Law at Brigham Young University, receiving his Juris Doctor degree in 2001 from Creighton University. During law school, he clerked for the Federal Defender of Nebraska, David R. Stickman, where he learned the great importance of protecting constitutional rights of all citizens. While in law school, he served as president of the Intellectual Property Law Society.

Kevin is a member of the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and admitted to practice law in all state & federal courts in the state of Utah.

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Licensed for 17 years

State UT

Status Active

Acquired 2005

Updated 03/11/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Rocky Mountain Defenders, PC

(801) 899-7349 Office

(801) 576-2667 Fax

10421 S. Jordan Gateway

Suite 600

South Jordan, UT, 84095

criminaldefenselawyerutah.com/

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118 customer reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2013

Got my case dismissed!

Attorney Kevin Vander Werff got my case dismissed in Orem Justice Court in August. I was happy with Rocky Mountain Defenders.

Posted by Penelope Mazzola | January 23, 2023

The Best Of The Best!

Kevin Vander Werff is by far the best Attorney I've seen and hired here in the state of Utah. He does not let his clientele get pushed around and fights for them from the beginning to the end of the case. Not only is Kevin an Attorney, but an amazing individual and family man! Accounting, front office and Jason are also phenomenal in every aspect. Thank you! Don't look any further if you need representation.

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Posted by Heather | January 5, 2023

Great attorney and staff!

For the first time needing help through a situation like this , Kevin and his whole staff made the experience as smooth as possible. I knew nothing about court processes and they kept me well informed. I felt supported and they were professional and timely! I got the best outcome in a short time. I am very pleased. I highly recommend Rocky Mountain Defenders!

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Posted by Dah | October 18, 2022

Recommended

Highly recommended. Was very helpful. Got me out of a jam. I would recommend to anyone. Very pleasant to work with.

Posted by Kelly | October 4, 2022

A super attorney

Kevin's representation on my case was excellent and really was helpful with everything I'm very grateful for his services

Posted by Leo | September 26, 2022

Very highly recommended

Very professional, he did everything he said he would and then some to get the result that I asked for. He is very highly recommended

Posted by Brennen Davis | September 19, 2022

Highly Recommended

Kevin and his staff are great! They are always really helpful. My Domestic Violence case was resolved by plea in abeyance. Kevin was very helpful at explaining and helping me make sense of the process each step of the way. If I have any other cases I would recommend Kevin.

Posted by Dillon | September 19, 2022

Great positive person!

Made my experience easy and handled matters very well thanks Kev and the whole team that works around you! Great group!

Posted by Nate | September 16, 2022

Smooth process, no hidden fees

Kevin and his staff really did great job addressing my case and the concerns I had with professionalism. These are good people to have assist you in your case, they know what they’re doing, they’re kind, and they’re communication with me was consistent in regards my case.

Posted by anonymous | July 5, 2022

He is good

He help me alot he talks to you a help you take care of your needs he understanneedd the law. And know what to do to help we're it needed he is very good at what he dose to help talks like he know what he knows

Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2022

Professional

Kevin has by far been the best lawyer for me, wanted a better put come but he explained why and I understood cause of the situation I was getting the best I could get! I can't wait for him to help me on my up coming case!!!

Posted by Thomas | June 3, 2022

Thomas J Allen

I was very happy with the way my case was taken care of I felt like my live was in very good professional hands

Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2022

I definitely recommend Kevin and his team. Have been such a great help with my case in every aspect, very flexible payment plans as well. Definitely One of the best lawyers in the state of Utah.

Posted by Chelsea | May 16, 2022

Very personable

I highly recommend this attorney office. Payment plan is great, this office helped the most of our all the other Attourney offices I called for my Dui case. Very informative and educated with years of experience.

Posted by SHANE | May 9, 2022

Easy to work with

These guys are easy to work with. Dave and Kevin are great. They always return my phone calls. They were fast and efficient. Is they were professional and friendlyfriendly

Posted by Defendant | April 19, 2022

Defendant

Very professional. They genuinely seem to truly care about the cases and have empathy. Always one call away. Would recommend !

Posted by Robert | February 21, 2022

Defendant

Really cared and worked with me on my case. Pushed through to understand that we are just normal people, and not criminals like that justice system wants us to believe. We couldn't have done this alone, we couldn't have done this without Kevin, Dave, and Jason. I will never go to another defender, ever.

Posted by Jeff | February 17, 2022

The best I never had!

So, I received a mailer regarding my assault charge. I failed to contact them, until after I retained representation. Dave went above and beyond with info on how to snap my current council into line. I still may switch over…

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2022

Defendant

I was so scared and stressed but RMD had my back from day one. From dealing with small town crooked cops to payment arrangements to help represent me. I felt supported and the one on one with Dave made me feel cared for. Wherever I turned with other defenders in my area, I felt taken advantage of. I'm glad I had RMD on my side.

Posted by Cam | February 13, 2022

Best attorney I could ask for

Struck deals with the prosecution I wouldn’t have expected in any lifetime I’ll live. Always is there listens to my story and fights with all he can.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER
ROCKY MOUNTAIN DEFENDERS, P.C.
2011 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney
Keith Barton & Assoc.
2006 - 2011

Attorney
PSNET Inc.
2006 - 2007

Law Clerk
Bremer Whyte Brown & O'meara
2001 - 2002

Clerk
Federal Defenders Office District of Nebraska
1996 - 1998

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Education

Creighton University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001

Utah Valley University
Undergraduate
1998

Legal Cases

Theft, 2nd Degree Felony, Receiving stolen property
Case Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Assault Charges
Case dismissed on eve of trial

Violation of Protective Order
Case Dismissed

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Associations

National College of DUI Defense
General Member
2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
2015 - Present

National Association of Distinguished Counsel
Member
2015 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association
Member
2014 - Present

Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Attorney Member
2009 - Present

Utah State Bar
Member
2005 - Present

Intellectual Property Law
President
2000 - 2001

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Languages Spoken

English

Portuguese

Honors and Awards

Selected General Member
National College for DUI Defense
2015

Top One Percent
National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015

Top 50 DUI Attorneys in Utah
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2014

DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
2011

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Stephen Allred

Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have watched Kevin in court many times. He is well respected by all parties. Kevin is a great attorney and does high quality work."

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kevin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

Adam Pomeroy

Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 27
Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked with Kevin on numerous cases. He works hard for his clients and is dedicated to getting them the best results possible. I endorse this lawyer."

Steven Shapiro

Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 24
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

Summer Shelton

Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Scott Benson

Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 28
Relationship: Other

"Kevin is a competent, experienced, and knowledgeable attorney. Kevin is dedicated to his clients, many of whose cases present challenging legal issues. He is also one of the most affable and caring people in the legal profession."