Nicholas J Gottwald

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Nicholas J Gottwald

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 12 years

Family Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

34 S 500 E Ste 105, Salt Lake City, UT

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About Nicholas

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 30%

30%
Divorce and Separation 30%

30%
Family 30%

30%
Estate Planning 5%

5%
Trusts 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 175-225 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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+ 3

Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 12 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Nelson Taylor & Associate, PLLC

34 S 500 E Ste 105, Salt Lake City, UT, 84102-1023

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Nicholas J Gottwald's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tyler W | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Brilliant and effective attorney

I hired Nick Gottwald to help me with a complicated child support case. He did a great job listening and adapting my input into legal action. He has a ton of experience so he is able to offer great advice on what strategies will actually work (in court and in mediation). Nick is a great communicator,... he's kind, professional, and you can tell he is passionate about the work he does and he wants to help you succeed. He worked well with the opposing counsel - leading and building trust. Ultimately Nick guided this case to a settlement which was the best outcome for everyone. Billing was easy and straightforward. I would highly recommend Nick and his firm. Thank you Nick!

Posted by Andrew | May 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce case

Nick Gottwald helped me with my divorce case. He was extremely professional and communicated efficiently. He was realistic, fair, and advocated for me throughout the whole process.

Posted by Gregory | May 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Punctual and easy to work with

Nick took care of my divorce seamlessly. He explained my options and the entire process clearly on my initial consultation. Once things got moving all documents that needed submission were done so in a timely fashion. The entire process could not have been any faster. Recommend him in handling your d...ivorce.

Posted by Daniel | February 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

When you need a lawyer who will be realistic and fight for you, go to Nick. Family Law and Divorce, he's represented me.

Nick Gottwald represented me in my divorce in 2021. He's also represented me in two family matters since then pertaining to my divorce. Repeatedly, he's provided a clear and sound voice of experience, tempered by the reality of the law. He's knowledgeable and experienced--but what's more is he tak...es an overarching view of family law, which makes him understand the context of the law. He's saved my family, my kids, and I owe him far more than the money he charged.

Posted by Katy | November 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

An attorney who truly listens

I highly recommend Nick for any matters of family law. Divorce was a road I never wanted to walk down, but thanks to Nick’s clear communication, efficient work and legal expertise, I am now on the other side in a more favorable position than I ever dreamed possible. Thank you!

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Nicholas J Gottwald's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew McAdams

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Nick on a family law client of his who ended up getting charged with multiple felonies. I was only helping in an advisory capacity. Nick was outstanding in his representation of his client. He fought incredibly hard for his client and ultimately persuaded the prosecution that the charges were not appropriate, and Nick was successful in getting the prosecution to dismiss the criminal case entirely."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Top Pro, Thumbtack

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Nelson, Taylor & Assoc.

2011 - 2013

Clerck, Nelson, Taylor & Assoc.

Associations

2013 - Present

Utah State Bar

Member

Education

2013

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Russian

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