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Alec E Cannon
also known as Alec Cannon
About Alec
Biography
Alec Cannon began his legal career working as a Deputy Court Clerk for the 3rd District Juvenile Court in Salt Lake City. He then enrolled in law school at the University of Oregon, where he graduated in the top 10% of his class. During his time in Oregon he clerked for two years for the U.S. Department of Justice's local U.S. Attorney's Office. As a law clerk, Alec represented the federal government in numerous misdemeanor criminal prosecutions and provided legal assistance to Assistant U.S. Attorneys on both felony criminal prosecutions, as well as civil matters involving federal government agencies.
Upon graduating from law school, Alec returned to his native Salt Lake City where he clerked with the State of Utah's School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration before being hired as an associate attorney at the natural resources law firm Lear & Lear LLP. Alec has represented a number of oil and gas companies in litigation in state and federal courts, as well as in state and federal administrative agency proceedings. He has also prepared dozens of complex mineral title opinions for oil and gas companies. Alec joined the Rudd Firm in 2015 and advises clients on immigration matters, eviction actions, criminal defense cases, estate planning matters, and on aviation law as it pertains to the use of unmanned aircraft (i.e., drones).
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Utah for 13 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
The Rudd Firm, PC
201 S Main St Ste 275, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111-2360
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Alec E Cannon's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best immigration attorney
Alec is the best immigration attorney I have come across in my 15 years dealing with immigration attorneys. I am so grateful to him because he took me under his wings when my previous attorney botched up my case and had an rfe on my application. I was blessed to have found Alec. I could see the di...
Posted by Jansen | August 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best lawyer I’ve ever had
Alec helped me with a dispute and he was very prompt and easy to talk to. He was very understanding and compassionate. I feel lucky and grateful to have found him!!!
Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Unresponsive and slow to get work done
Alec was slow to complete work for me that I hired him for, Despite this, I referred a friend to him for work whom he failed to follow up with or complete after several attempts. He also failed to respond to my attempts to give him more work. I would seek another attorney for your needs.
Alec Cannon
Replied last October 20, 2017I'm sorry you had a negative experience! I'd be more than happy to discuss with you at your convenience.
Posted by Felipe Cezar | September 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
VISA issues resolved Overseas
Alec was an indication from a friend dealing with Immigration, who had nothing but compliments about him. I was not in America when I first contacted Alec and still I never felt less supported for hiring his services abroad. We pushed all agreements through till a case conclusion that was extremely s...
Alec Cannon
Replied last September 14, 2017Thank you! It was a true pleasure serving you!
Posted by anonymous | March 3, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very attentive and fast
He answered my questions promptly and clearly. I will meet him personally for more detailed information on my case.
Alec E Cannon's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Cannon provides quality and clear answers on AVVO. I endorse Mr. Cannon."
"I endorse Attorney Cannon for his genuine dedication and compassion practicing in the area of immigration law. I am confident Counsel Cannon would be a good choice for handing an immigration matter well."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
"Alec is a gifted and sharp lawyer. I have referred a number of people to him with no hesitation. I trust him to communicate with and take care of clients. I heartily endorse him and his practice."
"Alec is an excellent lawyer with a strong educational background and great experience. He has a terrific personality and is well suited to handle important and difficult legal issues. I endorse Alec whole-heartedly."
"Alec is an excellent attorney. He works hard to provide the highest level of service to his clients."
"Alec and I worked at Lear & Lear in Salt Lake City for almost 2 years between 2014 and 2015. Alec is a conscientious and very hardworking professional. Besides his impressive legal research and writing skills that have provided the primary basis for many briefs and opinions at Lear & Lear, Alec is extremely pleasant to work with and highly dependable. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs an immigration law attorney."
"Alec is a great immigration attorney. I've seen him handle many difficult matters very quickly and effectively. I refer all my immigration clients to Alec."
"Alec is a hardworking attorney who cares about his clients. He is a streaky 3 point shooter."
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"I am pleased to endorse Alec Cannon as a fellow attorney, in the area of immigration law. As an attorney who has been practicing in the area of immigration law for almost twenty years, and who has read many of Mr. Cannon's detailed, well-written, and informative responses to a wide variety of questions about immigration law on Avvo.com, it is clear to me that he has excellent knowledge of immigration law. Furthermore, his answers show a real concern for the persons asking these questions and a very genuine interest in helping them."
"Alec is an exceptional attorney. I've referred countless clients, family, and friends his way over the years because I know they'll receive top-notch service and advice."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Order of the Coif, University of Oregon School of Law
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Attorney, McGregor & Oblad PLLC
2015 - 2017
Attorney, The Rudd Firm, PC
2012 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Lear & Lear, LLP
2012 - 2012
Law Clerk, School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration
2010 - 2012
Law Clerk, U.S. Attorney's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Utah chapter)Member
2012 - Present
Utah State BarMember
2012 - 2015
Utah Association of Professional LandmanMember
2012 - 2017
Utah State Bar, Litigation SectionMember
2012 - 2015
Rocky Mountain Mineral Law FoundationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Whitmer v. PRC et al
Settlement
Mountain Oil & Gas v. Plumb et al
Summary judgment at district court; settlement on appeal
Montana & Wyoming Oil Company v. Newfield
Settlement
Education
2012
University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Utah State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Constitution Day at West High School
Constitutional Rights of Juveniles
Languages
English
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can the beneficiary of I-129f petition - Fiancée visa - withdraw the application? If yes, how can it be done?
28 May 2017
Q&A
Can one work in mexico with valid h1b? Or it can just be used to enter for tourist/business purpose?..how long i can stay / work
16 Oct 2016
Q&A
How long does it take to process an F1 reinstatement and can you work on campus while you await the decision?
14 Jun 2016