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James Preston Alder
also known as James P. Alder, Jim Alder
About James
Biography
James P. (Jim) Alder was born and raised in Providence, Utah. He began his legal career in natural resources before transitioning to estate planning. Jim is a member of WealthCounsel, a national organization of estate planning attorneys dedicated to providing high quality and customized estate and business planning to clients.
Jim is also a member of the Utah State Bar's Estate Planning and Elder Law Sections and the Salt Lake Estate Planning Council. His law practice emphasizes wills and trusts, business law, probate and trust administration and related areas. Jim has served on the Utah State Alzheimer's Task Force and as a member of the Board of Directors for the Alzheimer's Association Utah Chapter, which focuses on the advancement of Alzheimer's-related research and the provision and enhancement of care and support for those affected. Jim has also served on the Board of Directors for Camp Kostopulos, a Salt Lake City organization providing activities for special needs children. He current servers as Legal Counsel for the NFA Freedom Alliance.
Jim brings a youthful exuberance to the practice of law, and offers a caring approach to serving clients. He enjoys biking, climbing, golf, snowshoeing, hiking, spending time with his wife Ireland, and most of all, playing with his stepson Gavin. If he could find more time, Jim would love to travel (especially in Europe), ski more, get into cross-country skiing, or do any of the things listed above (play more with Gavin, in particular).
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
35%
21 years
Trusts
35%
21 years | 550 cases
Elder Law
10%
21 years
Guardianship
10%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 260-300 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Utah for 28 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Alder Law Group, P.C.
2159 S 700 E, Ste. 135, Salt Lake City, UT, 84106
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Posted by Ivanka | August 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
The Best!!!
The Alder Law Group was highly recommended by a friend and that was the best referral ever! These trusts are complicated; I wanted mine done right and really needed the professional guidance to help me make good, informed choices. From my first interaction with Ireland, I felt in really good hands. J...
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2010 | Trusts
Excellent professionalism, outstanding service
Jim helped me set up my living trust and took the time to really listen to my concerns and address my needs. Jim was very professional and took time to create a trust that was specific to my circumstances. He continues to follow up with me to make sure that my trust remaines effective. Jim is a g...
James Preston Alder's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"When my dear friend and colleague Laura Milliken Gray moved overseas, she put her trust in Jim Alder to continue her practice and to care for her clients. Having met and worked with Jim, I can see why Laura put her trust in him. Jim is a caring, compassionate, ethical attorney who does not judge his clients, but instead puts his heart and soul into designing the right estate plans for their unique needs and goals. I believe that Jim Alder holds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism, continually strives to expand his knowledge and expertise, and truly cares about each and every client he works with. Jim is a gem in his community and I highly recommend him."
"Jim and I are part of an exclusive group of Estate Planning attorneys from around the country who are dedicated to constantly improving and keeping up with the law. I had the pleasure of attending an intense seminar with Jim where we exchanged ideas on substantive areas of the law as well as running a law practice. Jim is considerate, patient, and dilligent and I would recommend him to anyone who needs thoughtful and thorough Estate Planning and other related legal services."
"Jim is a very thoughtful man who represents his clients with honesty and integrity. I now that Jim will not compromise his principles and honors the desires of his clients by enforcing their wishes in his estate planning. Jim is also a dedicated husband and father who knows what family really means."
"Jim strikes me as a very careful, deliberate, and thoughtful attorney -- qualities which are essential for an attorney that practices Estate Planning. In addition, he is a pleasant person to be around and is an attentive listener. Also great qualities for an attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend Jim as an Estates/Probate attorney because I know he would do what was necessary to provide the level of service that each unique case deserves."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim is an exceptional Estate Planning Attorney who knows how to get the job done. He is enthusiastic, friendly, and extremely professional. I am honored to be "Of Counsel" to his firm and I have great respect for his legal abilities and professional follow through."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2010
Care Champion, Alzheimer's Association Utah Chapter
2010
Best Family Law Attorneys and Law Firms in Salt Lake City, saltlakecity10.com
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, Alder Law Group, P.C.
2005 - 2008
Attorney, James R. Baker, LC
2001 - 2003
Associate Attorney, Clyde Snow Sessions & Swenson
1997 - 2001
Legal Counsel, Western States Water Council
Associations
2012 - Present
Kostopulos Dream FoundationBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
Utah State Bar, Elder Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
Alzheimer's Association Utah ChapterPresident of the Board of Directors and Legal Counsel
2008 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2008 - Present
Utah State Bar, Estate Planning SectionMember
2007 - Present
Salt Lake Estate Planning CouncilMember
2011 - 2012
Best Buddies UtahAdvisory Board
2011 - 2011
Utah State Alzheimer's Task ForceTask Force Member
2010 - 2012
Utah State Bar, Elder Law SectionBoard Member, CLE committee co-chair
2009 - 2010
Intermountain Healthcare FoundationMajor Gifts Committee member
Sample of Legal Cases
Guardianship of a minor child
Guardianship awarded to client
Guardianship/Conservatorship and Trust Planning
Successful appointment and approval of trust
Probate/Trust Administration Contest
Successful replacement of the successor trustee and appointment of special administrator
Probate/Special Needs Trust
Successful probate and creation of special needs trust
Dispute of will/appointment of personal representative
Negotiated settlement giving client a part of the estate
Education
2001
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1997
Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Utah State University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Wall Street Meets Main Street radio show
Estate Planning
2011
Medicare Set-Aside Trusts
Avoiding Medicaid Disqualification and Maintaining An Ethical Practice
2010
Wall Street Meets Main Street radio show
Estate Planning
2010
Transformation Station business entity seminar
Business Entity Selection
2010
Tenth East Senior Citizen Center luncheon
Top Ten Estate Planning Mistakes
2010
Estate Planning for LGBT Couples
Benefits of Estate Planning
2009
Estate Planning for LGBT Couples
Benefits of estate planning
2009
Elder Law: Advanced Strategies and Techniques
Elder law issues and strategies
2008
Estate Planning for LGBT Couples
Benefits of estate planning
Publications
1999
Federal Non-Indian Claims to Water
Federal Non-Indian Claims to Water
1998
State Watershed Strategy Guidebook
State Watershed Strategy Guidebook
Languages
German
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
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