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also known as Jonny Jemming
Jonathan "Jonny" Jemming is a Salt Lake City based Utah trial and appellate lawyer. Jonny practices law throughout the State of Utah and is also admitted in the State of Alaska.
Jonny is a former Assistant Attorney General for the State of Utah and has handled all types of cases, from felony drug crimes to environmental justice matters in the Inupiat-led Alaskan Arctic. Jonny has also served more than two years as a public defender with the Salt Lake Legal Defender's Association handling a range of violent and non-violent offenses.
Jonny practices regularly in justice and District Courts from Logan to Moab, Utah. His environmental practice is primarily in the Federal Courts.
Education
- Juris Doctor, S.J. Quinney School of Law, University of Utah, SLC, Utah.
- MA, Political Science, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona.
- BA, History, Westminster College, SLC, Utah.
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Acquired: 2018
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State: Utah
Acquired: 2004
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Millcreek, SLC, UT, 84109
43 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Experienced and Strategic DUI attorney
Jonny was great! i was charged with my first DUI, BAC 0.86, as well as speeding (15 mph over). The speeding charge was dismissed, and the DUI was reduced to "careless driving". i think this was the best possible outcome. Jonny is one of the few top rated DUI attorneys who provides you direct ac...
Posted by Curtis | September 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Felony reduction
I had a felony hanging over my head from 25 years ago, that I thought I got rid of. Apparently they forgot to reduce my charges upon completion of my probation.(cannabis charges) I contacted Jemming‘s law office when they would not expunge this from my record when I applied a few years ago. Their tea...
Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Fight or Flight
Working with Mr. Jemming has been absolutely fantastic. He is understanding and informative, helping me make decisions that work best for me in my case. Mr. Jemming explained the consequences for both sides of either fighting the case or taking a deal. I decided to fight, and the outcome thus far as...
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
All 9 charges dismissed
Jonny and his firm worked very hard for me over the last 1.5 yrs. Over that time he diligently not only worked on my case but took care of my mental health as well! His work in the court room was astounding! He got all 9 of my charges dismissed from my abuser at the time who took advantage of the sit...
Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I would highly recommend!!!!
I was treated with respect even with the charges that were given. Mr. Jemming did such an excellent job. He listens and got my side of the story and the end result couldn’t have been better. My business license’s saved and I get to move forward without stress. I’m grateful!! Hire him. He is th...
"I have worked with Jonny on multiple DUI cases, as well as other criminal defense matters. He is a smart and dedicated advocate for his clients. Jonny listens and genuinely cares about the folks he represents. He is also very skilled at identifying issues that can make or break a case, and is not afraid to fight for the best outcome for his clients. Jonny has been a great mentor to me in my practice, and I would recommend him to anyone dealing with a criminal matter."
"I have had many opportunities to observe Jonny in court. He is very well versed in the law and fights hard for all of his clients. He pushes back against the criminal system with clever, well researched motions and wins many of his cases this way. Jonny is also not afraid to go to trial. He is respected by judges who rely on Jonny's interpretation of the law. Jonny is an exceptional advocate."
"Jonathan Jemming is a very skilled criminal defense lawyer. I don't hesitate to recommend Jonny. He has a lot of experience and knows how to get good results for his clients. I've been impressed by his ability to analyze complex legal situations and come up with a game plan for his criminal defense clients. Great lawyer!"
"I am familiar with Jonny Jemmings work as a criminal defense attorney. He does an excellent job and truly cares about his clients."
"Mr. Jemming has great experience. He's a former prosecutor and is now a zealous defense attorney. He knows the law and fights hard for this clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jonny has the knowledge to give his clients the best representation possible and the courage to fight where other attorney's may back down. I endorse Jonny."
"Jonny is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate. He has an unmatched understanding of DUI law and the Fourth Amendment. He is through and well-respected, and gets great results for his clients."
"Jonny's work can be fairly described as both thorough and compassionate. I've referred clients to him on a number of occasions knowing that they are in good hands."
"Jonny is one of the best DUI and criminal defense attorneys in the state. He has handled numerous trials and gotten great results for his clients."
"Jonny is a bright, thoughtful and skilled attorney. I regularly refer cases to him because I know I can trust him to do an excellent job with clients. You can't go wrong with Jonny on your defense team!"
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2003
O'Hara Fellow, S.J. Quinney College of Law
2004 - Present
Attorney at Law, The Law Office of Jonathan G. Jemming
2016 - 2019
Trial Lawyer, Salt Lake Legal Defender Assoc.
2008 - 2010
Assistant Borough Attorney, North Slope Borough
2006 - 2008
General Counsel, State of Utah, Governor's Office
2004 - 2006
Assistant Attorney General, State Of Utah, Division Of Natural Resources & Division Of Physical Resources
2016 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2011 - Present
Utah Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2004 - 2006
Utah Model Uniform Jury Instructions Committee (Civil)Attorney Member
Appellee victory.
Affirmed in favor of our client, the father of A.R.A.
Affirmed in favor of State.
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MA - Masters
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Legal Answers
My son is 16 and my wife thinks I have been doing drugs with him. I have been clean and sober for years.. I have been on suboxon
06 Aug 2021
If a person is Pro Se do they have the same legal rights as if they had an attorney?
06 Jan 2021
Any advice for a ticket of operating with expired plates?
14 Dec 2020