Joel J Kittrell

Joel J Kittrell

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ... +2 more

8 East 300 S, Salt Lake City, Ut 84111, Suite 420, Salt Lake City, UT

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Licensed in Utah for 24 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2001

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The Kittrell Law Firm

8 East 300 S, Salt Lake City, Ut 84111, Suite 420, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111

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Joel J Kittrell's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Vanessa | January 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Don’t use Joel! Will take your money

I used him in my DUI case. An officer pulled me over and said I was swerving and drunk. I had had nothing to drink. I did the breathalyzer twice, but it wasn’t working right. So he took me to the station and did a blood test. But I had to spend the night in jail. When they got the blood test back, I ...had absolutely nothing in my system. The DUI got thrown out, but the officer said I refused to do the breathalyzer, so you automatically loose your license for 18 months. I hired Joel to help me get my license back. He said no problem and took my 5k. He did absolutely nothing to help me and then the day I got my license back he texts me that he got it back early for me, but it had been exactly 18 months. He just took my money and didn’t care that I couldn’t drive 18 months, when he said he could help. He actually wouldn’t t return my calls and his excuses was that he was always on vacation. Do not use him.

Posted by Tyler | October 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolute Professional.

Let me start off by saying my situation was starting to drain me emotionally & mentally. I had already been on probation when I hired Joel and then I picked up new charges and it definitely wasn't looking too good for me. Things started looking up after I had been referred to Joel, he was so on top ...of things during my trial and afterwards on probation. His communication is great and my life has changed completely. Joel looked out for my best interest when it started til the end. I just finished my probation with a successful completion and Joel was there and communicated with me from day one. I would consider him a close friend at this point. Very down to earth and professional is what it boils down to in my perspective. Thank you very much Joel!

Posted by Sean | September 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best in the Business

I struggled with addiction for 27 years and 18 arrests. Not only did Joel keep me out of prison on my final arrest (the first time I had used him). But he walked with me through the steps I needed to finally turn my life around. I have been sober for over 3 years now and haven't had another legal pro...blem. Thank you Joel...you are the best! P.S. I have referred multiple clients to Joel and they have had the same results.

Posted by Michael | August 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Amazing

Joel is an amazing lawyer, that is the easiest way to explain the outcome of my case(s). I was facing numerous charges that all carried the potential for life sentences so I retained Mr. Kittrell. I believed that I was lost without hope for a crime that I did not commit. I was taken into custody a...t the end of June/ beginning of July and at this point I felt that the rest of my life would be spent in a cell. Joel was honest from the onset explaining to me the situation and what could come of it. There is nothing worse than listening to an attorney explain to you what could happen while you are sitting in the county jail. Mr Kittrell earned my respect with his honesty and his desire to right the wrong. Joel communicated with me often which is unusual for an inmate to have access to his attorney and this is something that helped me through the toughest time of my life. With Joel's hard work, dedication and belief in our legal system I am a free man today as Joel with his research and hard work had the charges dismissed and I was home for Christmas with my family as was our goal. If you need an attorney that will work for you, your freedom or your rights I could not say enough to praise Joel. Thank you for giving me my life back and beleaving in me.

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Got what I was hoping

Mr. Kittrell kept me out of jail on a second-offense DUI. He did this by way of pushing my sentencing farther and farther away by filing motions. When my court date finally arrived, he was able to negotiate with the prosecutor who agreed to give me home confinement with work release. His fee was p...aid in full up front because the 6 months of time that elapsed since I was arrested allowed me to sell my vehicle. Highly recommended - worth the cost.

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Jonathan Jemming

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joel and I represented co-defendants on a felony level matter. Joel was not only a zealous advocate for his client, but was assistive in my case as well. We were able to resolve the matters favorably for both our clients. He is a great lawyer and a great human being."

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Nicholas Wells

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I'm a trademark attorney. I tried to help a friend who faced a criminal prosecution. Joel Kittrell saw me floundering in a court hearing and came to the rescue. He was courteous, explained the options to my friend, and was able to quickly find a solution with the prosecutor that was reasonable and effectively saved the day. Joel knows the procedures and he knows the people in the court system; they seem to respect his experience and know that he is a straight shooter. No theatrics, just solid advice on the best path to a resolution of a messy situation."

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Sean Druyon

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joel is a very experienced criminal attorney and is capable of handling other complex civil cases as well. He has recently presented at the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Attorney's on Multi-media in the courtroom and did a wonderful job. I strongly endorse him!"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Mark Edwards

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is always prepared and works very hard for all of his clients. He looks at every aspect of the case and makes sure no evidence is left out that will help his clients."

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Josie Brumfield

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kittrell is competent and very skilled at advancing his client's needs."

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Experience

Honors

2012

Rising Star, Mountain States Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Mountain States Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Mountain States Super Lawyers

2009

, Mountain States Super Lawyers

Associations

Utah State Bar

Member

Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

2001

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

University of Utah

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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