Aaron J Nielson

Aaron J Nielson

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 22 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt

299 So Main Street # 1300, Salt Lake City, UT

About Aaron

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 70%

Stopped for a traffic violation and accussed of being drunk, have been drinking and police jump to conclusions, have drugs in your system from use in the prior days or if drugs are found in your car. Police push the limits all of the time and you need to fight back and protect your rights.

23 years | 5,000 cases

70%
Criminal Defense 20%

While DUIs and Domestic Violence are the most common types of criminal defense cases we handle, Aaron has handled thousands of cases that involve other types of crimes. Theft, traffic violations, fraud, drugs, burglary, sex crimes, white collar and more are all types of crimes we have handled. We handle criminal cases in all city, state and federal courts.

23 years | 6,000 cases

20%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

We handle chapter 7 & chapter 13 bankrupcty cases. These are the 2 most common for individuals. Call to find out what you qualify for and which type of case will solve your problems best.

21 years | 5,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 22 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 16 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2009

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Aaron Nielson

299 So Main Street # 1300, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111

Law Offices of Aaron J Nielson

8201 164th Ave NE #200, Redmond, WA, 98052

Law Office of Aaron Nielson

All Utah Courthouses, Salt Lake and all surrounding cities, UT

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Aaron J Nielson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Bankruptcy & Debt

Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt

How did I get in to this????

Why am I writing a review? How do I get into these things? I guess that theme has been playing with my life lately. How did I get into a fight over a repossessed car and end up with an attorney that could really help. Man I felt my mess would never end. I searched ads for help and found lots of ...companies offering to help for a fee or you send them your info and they will be in touch. Finally I found Aaron's chesspiece website. He said he has a few and is trying to find out what works. Well Aaron helped me by listening to my problems and then helping me. I really mean helping me and not be defending my assault charge or filing my bankruptcy and getting me out of debt. I really mean he helped me by really talking to me and finding out the real problems. Wide did I kick the crap out of the tow truck driver? Why was I behind on my payments? why do I keep getting payday loans, why isn't my paycheck enough. We did this small workback and then talked about my job. My job was enough to cover the basics but not for the credit cards, medical bills, collections, attorney and everyone else that just wanted money. I pay my credit card so they stop calling my work and I don't pay my car. Then they show up and take my car so I smack the driver. Off to jail. Now no new paycheck coming this next week. See how did i get here? Aaron and I talked about my prioriteez and decided I should pay for rent, food and take care of my family 1st. Then screw the others that keep calling. He gave me a number to have them call and the calls stopped. Then he told me he needed me to do and I got him some info and he did the bankruptcy for me. Now I've got no debts and my paycheck covers rent, food and even fun. I know how I got here, I listened to Aaron and he fixed it for me. Even smacking the tow truck driver is going to be better. It doesn't go away but I don't have to go to jail and it would show up on my future record so it is kind of like it went away to.

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Aaron J Nielson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Aaron is an excellent attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and highly respected in the legal community."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Quick

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I used to consult with Aaron on debtor/creditor matters when I practiced in bankruptcy. He was always helpful and insightful. Now that I no longer handle bankruptcy cases, I refer anyone with difficult debt matters to Aaron with confidence that he will handle them with care."

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Jeffrey Perry

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Aaron is the lawyer you want in your corner. He takes the time to analyze and truly understand his clients' issues. Aaron's work ethic, and his legal acumen, enable him to provide best-in-class legal guidance and representation. Aaron is a true professional."

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David Hirsch

Unknown lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Nielson is a dedicated and skillful attorney who is a valued member of the Avvo community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients and is generous in sharing his time and expertise by spending time participating on this site. It is my pleasure to endorse him."

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Edward Flint

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Aaron is a hard-working and caring criminal defense attorney."

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Sean Druyon

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Aaron is a great lawyer with a sincere desire to make a difference for all his clients. He is someone I would trust with my legal problems."

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David White

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Aaron Nielson is a well respected attorney within the legal community. Aaron is known to work hard for his clients, and he has a well understanding of the law."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Aaron. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Josie Brumfield

Unknown lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Vander Werff

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Ciocca

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Steven Shapiro

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have had the opportunity to work with Aaron on many occasions over the last two years. During that time I have found that he has an excellent understanding of the law and a devotion to helping his clients in any way possible. I have also had the opportunity, as a supervising attorney, to listen to feedback from clients about Aaron and the way he practices law. His clients feel that he is there for them and that he is both willing and able to go to bat for them; I echo their sentiments. I am pleased to endorse Aaron Nielson as counsel in both criminal defense and bankruptcy matters and would highly recommend him to prospective clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2009

Super Lawer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, 24 x 7

2006

Trial Lawyer of 2006, YLD-UCAO

2004

Frequent Trier (Most Cases Tried), Tay City MC

2003

Young Lawyer, M&M

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Aaron Nielson Law

2005 - 2007

Prosecuting Attorney, Utah County

2003 - 2004

Attorney, Miller & Miller

Associations

2015 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Eagle Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Creditor-Debtor Section

Member

2009 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Washington

Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

2008 - Present

Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2003 - Present

Utah State Bar

Member

2005 - 2008

National District Attorneys Association

Associate Member

Sample of Legal Cases

in re: Jurca

All debts discharged in bankruptcy

Oak Harbor vs Steveson

Minor traffic ticket.

Washington vs Smith

Case Dismissed

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Education

2003

Oklahoma City University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1999

University of Phoenix

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1998

University of Phoenix

BS - Bachelor of Science

1994

University of Utah

AS

Speaking Engagements

2013

Career Planning

Law as a Career

2012

Career Planning

Law as a Career

2011

Career Planning

Law as a Career

2007

Utah Valley University

Trial Preparation

2007

Lehi PD Continuing Education

DUI

Publications

2013

Amazon You Have the Right to Remain Silent - USE IT !

2012

Amazon Step by Step Bankruptcy for New Lawyers

Languages

English

Activity

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