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Steve S Christensen

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  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Licensed for 28 years
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About Steve

 

Solving the important problems of my clients requires all 28 years of my experience, careful research and creative analysis. Understanding a client's goals helps me prioritize my work. Then I give clients an accurate assessment of their case. Third, I want to get all of the information I need to help them achieve their goals. To help me accomplish these three goals, I need clients to keep good records and to bring the records they have for my review. I enjoy meeting with clients to discuss potential solutions to their problems. I want clients to feel welcome and well served at our firm's office. I take time to give them a list of options to solve their problems and to help them understand what a court will do in a case like theirs. When clients cannot solve their problems without court intervention, I want to find the most effective way to get the relief the client needs. I strive to have a close working relationship with the client not only to make my representation more efficient and effective, but also to help me understand how the client wants to handle the important situations and decisions in the litigation process. Litigation needs to be focused on the specific relief the client wants.

 

Outside of the office I have had a long tenure working on a local and district level with the Boy Scouts of America and three of our sons and I have our Woodbadge beads. I have also volunteered in the Salt Lake public schools on various committees. I enjoy playing tennis with my wife and practicing musical instruments with my children. Going to and from the office I often listen to recorded literary works or college lectures.

Practice areas

OtherLitigationPersonal injuryChild custodyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 25%

    24 years

  2. Child custody: 25%

    24 years

  3. Personal injury: 20%

    29 years

  4. Litigation: 20%

    29 years

  1. Family: 10%

    24 years

Languages spoken

English, Japanese

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Contact

340 East 400 South
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CHRISTENSEN LAW, Counselors and Practitioners

340 East 400 South
Salt Lake City, UT, 84111

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
UTActive199211/04/2019
CANot Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)199011/04/2019

Professional misconduct


This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority.

  • Probation
    issued in UT, 2017

    updated on 01/26/2018

    Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

  • Discipline with Actual Suspension
    issued in CA, 2019

    updated on 07/23/2019

    This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Avvo Contributions
Legal answers140
Legal guides2
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Utah's Legal EliteUtah Business Magazine2014
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
OwnerChristensen Law2015 - Present
Managing MemberChristensen, Corbett & Pankratz2012 - Present
Managing MemberChristensen Thornton, PLLC2009 - 2012
Managing PartnerHirischi Christensen, PLLC2002 - 2009
OwnerSteve S. Christensen, P.C.1998 - 2002
AttorneyEarly, Maslach & Price1991 - 1998
Law ClerkBooth, Mitchel & Strange, LLP1988 - 1990
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Utah State BarMember1993 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember1990 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1989
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Complex Assets in DivorceDividing Trust Assets in Divorce2016
Complex Assets in DivorceDividing Real Property2016
Advanced Divorce LawTracing Assets in Divorce2016
Bankruptcy in DivorceEthics When Divorce is Complicated by Bankruptcy2015
Family Law from A to ZDrafting Enforceable Settlement Agreements2014
Annual Spring ConventionDrafting Qualified Domestic Relations Orders2011
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Hogan v. Winder, No. 12-4167, United States Court of Appeals Tenth CircuitAffirmed against client
Hogan v, UTOPIA, No. 13-4069 & 13-4073, United States Court of Appeals Tenth CircuitReversed in part and remanded for client.
Smith v. Simas, 2014 UT App 78Affirmed against client.
Dahl v. Dahl, No. 13-4023, United States Court of Appeals Tenth CircuitReversed in part and Remanded for client
Wolferts v. Wolferts, 2013 UT App 235Affirmed against client.
Williams v. Williams, 2013 UT App 111Affirmed for client.
Donnelly v. Donnelly, 2013 UT App 84Affirmed against client.
Morkel v. Davis, No. 11-4166, United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth CircuitAffirmed against client.
UTOPIA v. Hogan, 2013 UT App 8Reversed in part and remanded for client.
Davis v. Davis, 2011 UT App 311Affirmed in part for client.
Doyle v. Doyle, 2011 UT 42Affirmed against client.
J.C. v. State of Utah, 2011 UT App 215Affirmed against client.
Dahl v. Harrison, 2011 UT App 389Affirmed against client
Dahl v. James R. Taylor, No. 20100262-CA, Utah Court of AppealsReversed in part and remanded for client.
Doyle v. Doyle, 2009 UT App 306Affirmed against client.
Dahl v. The Fourth District Court of the State of Utah et al.., No. 20080897-CA, Utah Court of AppealsAffirmed against client.
Forex Liquidity v. Critchfield, No. 2:2007cv00416, Utah District CourtAffirmed against client.
Tschaggeny v. Milbank Ins. Company, 2007 UT 37Affirmed against client.
Madsen v. Madsen, 2006 UT App 267Reversed in part and remanded for client.
Wardle v. Bowen, 2005 UT App 226Client substantially prevailed on appeal.
Butterfield v. Farnes, CV-1994-0005449-OCReversed and remanded for client.
Travelers/Aetna Ins. Company v. Wilson, 2002 UT App 221Affirm against client.
Rehn v. Rehn, 1999 UT App 41Reversed in part and remanded for client.

Reviews

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Review Steve Christensen

Perfect

Posted by SheldonThu Dec 06 2018

Steve was great an very understanding an is very smart for custody battles he's very great to work with thanks steve
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Seriously waste of time and money.

Posted by anonymousFri Sep 01 2017

I had hired Steve Christensen in 2015 and every time I would meet him, he would ask me the details about it. Every time I had to provide me all the details and had to pay him for his time. He is very slow and does not respond to your message and call. I was with him for about 4-5 months and there was no progress in my divorce case at all. I consulted with other attorneys and no one suggested me to go with him. The moment I hired other attorney, I could see the progress in my divorce. I had wasted my 5 months and few thousands dollar by hiring him. I would not recommend anyone to hire him. Seriously waste of time and money.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney
Steve Christensen's response: Dear Client, I am sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with us two years ago. We pride ourselves in timely responses to clients and diligent representation in the courts to get clients a result as close to what they want for a reasonable price. I wish we had delivered the service you were seeking. Sincerely, Steve Christensen
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Attorney endorsements

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Theodore Weckel, Family Attorney on Apr 6, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Steve has an easy going style which works well in resolving one's case with opposing counsel. He is diligent and knowledgeable in the family law area. Steve has a good courtroom style, and I recommend him without reservation.

Trevor Casperson, Family Attorney on Jan 6, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I had the pleasure of litigating against him in an evidentiary hearing. He was well spoken, well prepared and his arguments were sound. Any clients considering him would be well served in their litigation needs.

Jeremy Miller, Health care Attorney on Dec 30, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I have worked with Steve on many jury and bench trials. His experience and knowledge is invaluable to clients. He is creative in solving problems and addressing issues. He is detailed in preparation and the courtroom. I recommend him without reservation.

James Newell, Real estate Attorney on Jul 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Jeremy Earle, Car accident Attorney on May 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

This lawyer is conscientious and dedicated in his representation. I endorse him for his work helping people who have been injured. He strives to get the best results possible for his clients.

Diana Huntsman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 23, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Steve has been opposing counsel against me on a number of cases over the years. He has always represented his client's interests well, both in court and in settlement efforts.

Judd Nemiro

I endorse this lawyer.

Thomas King, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 9, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Steve was on the other side of a long running, complicated divorce case. I thought he did well with a difficult matter.

Ryan Fishman, Debt collection Attorney on Feb 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Steven Alves, Workers compensation Attorney on Feb 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Todd Gardner, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 5, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Steve is very thorough, tenacious and follows through on commitments.

Craig Pankratz, Appeals Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

Steve is a good man and attorney. I've worked with him for almost four years and have seen how hard he works for his clients. He does everything he can to get the best result possible for them. Even when there are setbacks, he has a long-term perspective and the ability to get things back on track. I give him my endorsement.

Cory Wall, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Our firm has handled a number of cases with Steve on the other side. He is always a pleasure to work with and is an effective advocate for his clients.

Troy Jensen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer for family law and domestic cases.

David Corbett, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker

Steve has extensive experience in divorce, custody, and other family law cases. He knows how to get positive results for his clients.

Marco Brown, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I worked as a guardian ad litem on a case with Steve for quite some time. He was always very thorough and prepared for every hearing and for trial. His client seemed well pleased with Steve's representation and skill in the courtroom. You would do well to hire Steve for your family law case.

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  • Hourly Rates$275-$275/hour
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