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Posted by Jason | August 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Schatz Saved My Life

I was arrested, walking back to my truck in a parking lot while driving through Utah. I spent three nights in jail, had to pay to get my truck back, and was charged with a DUI. I must have called 20 lawyers but I could tell out of the gate that Mr. Schatz knew the law and was not just trying to mak...e me feel better. Utah/Iron County did not want to give up but thankfully Mr Schatz did not either and won my case (Totally Dismissed) I had to wear an ankle bracelet for a month and he got that taken off for a portable breathalyzer which I was on for two months then Mr. Schatz got that taken away. In all I had to appear in court via zoom around six times but never had to say a word. Everytime I heard Mr Schatz argue in court it was like I was watching a movie (he was that good and prepared) . I had asked Mr. Schatz a couple of times why don’t you tell them That I am a teacher, A father, 51 years old and I’ve never been in trouble in my life And Mr. Schatz would say every time you Utah does not care and he was right. Thankfully, Mr. Schatz cared and knows the law inside and out, Process process and procedure I thought the prosecutors had a slam dunk case against me Upon examining the videos and knowing the law like he does, Mr. Schatz was able to find enough holes to wear by the last day in court the judge described the case against me as”embarrassing”. In all, it took 12 months, but thankfully, Mr. Schatz never gave up, Never asked for more money for all the work he was doing, And in the end, the case was dismissed and is now going to be expunged. I never lost my license and never lost my job . I can’t recommend Mr. Schatz enough .

Posted by Timothy | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Charged too much for a public defender result.

I went to this lawyer for 2 cases. My situation was difficult I was under so much stress. I caught another case and being in my situation I went with him. I later find out that he never went to court and what i paid for everyone else charges 75% less than him. I got a standard deal that i would have ...gotten without him both cases costed as much as as four cases from any other lawyer. For what i paid i can only say predatory. I should have gone by myself so I could see what was going on. I found out why I didn't go to court. It's because he didnt did everything by mail. And didnt even catch mistakes that first 2 minutes the lawyer I talked to caught. I feel misrepresented and treated like fast food. I'm so disappointed and feel I've been taken advantage of. I have advice from his paralegal and the other source I asked (a lawyer) their advice was completely the same and his was not I wouldn't put my trust in this lawyer at all. Totally taken to the cleaners on pricing. Sum it all up, I paid down Perrin money for brown label beer. If you have this kind of money have at it but too expensive for the result I got. Shop other lawyers his pricing is unfair and predatory.

Jason Schatz

Replied last August 30, 2019

Timothy, I'm sorry you feel that way. However, to set the record straight I made 2 court appearances on your behalf at which I was able to get you excused from appearing for your convenience. Before you retained me we discussed what we new about the case at that time and the nature of the charges you were facing (felony possession of controlled substance with intent to distribute) and I quoted you a fee consistent with the fee I charge to represent a Defendant on that nature of felony offense. No promises of a dismissal were made and you agreed to the fee for representation and engaged me to represent you. I obtained all the necessary discovery, evaluated it carefully and reviewed it with you. I negotiated a pela deal involving the reduction of the felony to a misdemeanor and you agreed the plea agreement was fair and reasonable based on the facts and evidence in your case and you chose to accept the plea offer. As do most of the people I represent I know that you had hoped that we would find a way to get your case dismissed but unfortunately that does not always happen. I wish you the best in the future. Jason

Posted by Yuri | June 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Good experience!

Being from another state I needed a good lawyer to represent me in Utah. I had a very good experience and service in this case. I definitely would recommend Jason A. Schatz for any DUI issues. He kept his word and resolved my case. Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

I would hire Jason Schatz again very knowlegable attorney got the best result possible.t

I hired Jason after getting many opinions about my case. Our first consultation was in the evening while he was on vacation. I was being charged with a DUI. I was talking on the phone not paying attention and had a accident. I got a better than expected result in my case and would recommend Jason to ...my friends and anyone facing DUI charges. He is knowledgeable but most importantly I felt like he understood the situation, and had my best interest at heart. There hopefully isn't a next time but I would hire him again in an instant.

Posted by Carl | March 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Did not care about me or the law.

I had hired a different lawyer from this firm in hope of getting a evidentury trial, as my first lawyer was not up to par. Jason Schatz took over my case and ignored my every desire. He did not get me a new hearing and only got me a slightly better plea. I know he traded me for someone else..

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