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Brooke Ashton
About Brooke
Biography
I enjoy helping clients to find practical solutions to their problems. Whether it be assisting an entrepenuer who is trying to start a new concept, dealing with day to day issues that arise in any business, or planning the estate needs for a client, there are many solutions to any problem.
When not working with clients, you can find me discovering new music, enjoying nature, traveling to new places, or meeting new people.
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Licensed in Utah for 18 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2007
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Location
Fetzer Simonsen Booth & Jenkins, PC dba Mountain West Law
50 West Broadway, Suite 1200, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
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Posted by Stacie | September 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Above and Beyond Service
I hired Brooke to help me, my grandparents and parents all set up trusts my family and I were apprehensive about the process but Brooke and her team helped me understand the process she walked us through and was able to help us secure the family legacy and farmland! I would recommend Brooke for all p...
Posted by Monique Flesher | August 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Entertainment
Business Needs
Brooke was very thoroughly and diligent when helping us with an album release project. Thank you Brooke!
Posted by Scott | August 01, 2017 | Franchising
Came away enlightened......
Consulted with Brooke who carefully explained the many aspects of franchising including activities that I normally would not have considered to be franchise related. Now I have a clear understanding and just enough information to know at what point I may need to hire professional attorney help in th...
Posted by Travis | June 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Buy / Sell Agreement
Had an unfavorable experience leaving my company and saw right away that I needed an attorney. Brooke became my voice and helped me be able to walk away with a fair agreement that would allow me to continue to work in my industry. Can't say enough about her availability to me as a client, work ethi...
Brooke Ashton
Replied last June 27, 2016Travis, it was a pleasure working with you. Please let me know if I can provide any assistance in the future!
Posted by Gina | June 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Franchising
Flexible and Comprehensive
Brooke engaged quickly on our project did a thorough review of the documents and provided guidance on all matters, legal and business that were important to making a franchise purchase decision. I highly recommend Brooke to assist in making such an important decision.
Brooke Ashton
Replied last June 27, 2016Thanks! It was great working with you and I wish you the best of luck in this new business venture.
Brooke Ashton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Brooke Ashton is a fabulous attorney. She is experienced and very knowledgeable. Her clients can depend on her to build a legal framework that fosters the growth of a business. Companies and individuals alike will enjoy Brooke's personal attention to their legal needs."
"Brooke is an excellent attorney with valuable experience and a diligent work ethic. I have referred several clients to Brooke because I trust her to do quality work and provide sound advice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brooke is a knowledgeable and intelligent lawyer."
"I highly recommend Brooke as a franchise attorney. Brooke has a vast knowledge of the registration and disclosure requirements, which helps her serve her clients to be able to expand their businesses across the country. Brooke also an excellent estate planning attorney, and can help protect her clients' assets through wills and trusts."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Committee of the Year Award - Co-Chair, Utah State Bar
2005
Cali Award for Trust and Estates, University of Kentucky College of Law
Work Experience
2007 - 2017
Attorney, The Franchise & Business Law Group
2002 - 2003
Clerk, Honorable James D. Ishmael Jr.
Associations
2007 - Present
American Bar Association, Forum on FranchisingMember
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2015
American Bar Association, Forum on Franchising, Women's CaucusCommittee Member
2010 - 2016
Utah State Bar, Disaster Legal Response CommitteeCo-Chair
2010 - 2011
Utah State Bar, Franchise Law SectionChair
2009 - 2010
Utah State Bar, Franchise Law SectionVice Chair
Education
2006
University of Kentucky College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
University of Utah
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Utah State Bar, Spring Convention
Business Growth Strategies: A Practical Guide to Advising Clients
2010
Utah State Bar, Continuing Legal Education
The Changing Face of Franchising: Alternatives and Surprising Trends
2009
Utah State Bar, Continuing Legal Education
Annual Update: ABA Forum on Franchising
2008
Utah State Bar, Spring Convention
Essentials of Drafting Effective and Compliant Distributor Agreements
Publications
2011
Utah Bar Journal
Disasters: Are You Prepared Personally and Professionally?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Operate as Out of state LLC
13 Feb 2023
Q&A
What is the best way for a fine artist, painter, designer to start a business? What type of will do I need?
04 Apr 2022
Q&A
Can I sue my tattoo artist if I'm confident he tried to hide a small penis in the art?
11 Mar 2022