Tara L Isaacson

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Tara L Isaacson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Sex crime Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Sex Crime, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI ... +4 more

445 E 200 S Ste 150, Salt Lake City, UT

Virtual Consultation Available

About Tara

Biography

I have been a criminal defense lawyer since 1996. I pride myself in clear communication with my clients. I have an incredible support staff that makes sure each case is closely monitored from beginning to end. I love being an aggressive and thorough advocate for my clients.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Sex Crime 25%

30 years

25%
Domestic Violence 20%

30 years

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

30 years

15%
White Collar Crime 15%

30 years

15%
Juvenile Law 10%

10%
Violent Crime 10%

10%
Expungement 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 29 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Tara Isaacson Law, LLC

445 E 200 S Ste 150, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111

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Tara L Isaacson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ryan | November 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional outcome

Exceptional outcome... I was referred to Tara when I ran into some legal issues. Tara and her team were able to work with the county prosecutors office. They kept me informed through the whole process. They were honest with the outcome right off from the get-go. And it turned out exactly as they had ...predicted. They were able to help me put my life back together and move on away from a horrible situation. I would recommend them to absolutely anyone looking or in need of representation.

Posted by Joshua | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Utah's Best Criminal Defense!!

Retaining Tara as my defense attorney was the best decision I could have made. Tara could not have been more helpful during an incredibly hard time with the added stressors of Covid-19. She was responsive and transparent, keeping me thoroughly informed on the process, possible outcomes, and her actio...ns on my behalf. If you’re looking for a great lawyer who’s determined, hard working, upfront and honest, I would highly recommend working with Tara Isaacson.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Look no further!

Tara was the best lawyer! She was available when we needed her, answered all our questions quickly and helped us get the best possible outcome we could get. I would definitely recommend Tara to anyone.

Posted by Paul | May 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Trust, Intelligence and Safety

I became entangled in a Patriot Act related violation while traveling through an airport. It eventually resulted in a grand jury letter two years later. I faced felony charges from the federal court in Austin, Texas. It included a penalty of 5 years imprisonment and a $250,000 fine. No matter what I ...tried to do to resolve the situation it only got worse with each new event with the differing federal government agencies. We thought we were going to lose our home and I would be in prison for at least 2-3 years minimum. Searching for legal counsel was seemingly impossible adding to my family stress levels. I needed someone we could trust and believe my side of the events and walk us through the process - returning calls in a timely manner. My wife and I made at least 4 dozen phone interviews with differing attorneys in Utah and Texas trying to find help - about 45 calls on a checklist we had. More so difficult in our search, we needed a licensed federal attorney to represent us. We eventually found Tara's firm along the way and received a referral from a counselor at Kirton/McConkie who represent large clients in the Salt Lake area on a national scale. John Wayne said: "Life is hard, it's even harder when you're stupid." - That's what was happening to me - no matter what I did to resolve the matter, it made things worse. Not until we hired Tara did things get turned around. She was direct and quick with putting me back on track - she asked me what the exact facts were. She also went to work communicating with the federal prosecutor in Texas. As a result, I wasn't apprehended by US Marshals, I wasn't forced to find a bondsman and putting up a hefty bail, and over the course of months, her actions on my behalf and helping me find additional legal counsel in Texas, I was eventually able to stay out of prison and continue providing for my family. She explained everything to me in the process and it became clear how much more severe my problems were than I initially understood. I also studied up on her and knew she'd taken some extreme client problems and worked them out in the courtroom and with prosecutors. The best advice is to simply stay out of trouble but sometimes trouble finds you when you've made dumb mistakes. Hire Tara and move forward as she will get you and your family through it. Please. I feel like I lost 10 years of my life which could've been avoided had I found her sooner.

Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney!

I was falsely accused of sexual touching by a minor client and after visiting with 5 different defense attorney's I chose Tara and Wally. And I'm so glad I did! She was always available for my calls/texts, kept me informed of their progress and proactively went on the offensive to gave the ADA the in...formation he needed to make sure charges weren't even filed. They were incredibly professional and empathetic at the same time. They are worth 6 stars.

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Tara L Isaacson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nathan Evershed

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tara Isaacson is known to the criminal justice community as one of the finest defense attorneys around. I was opposing counsel on a few cases and admired her preparation, knowledge of the facts, knowledge of the law, and advocacy in court. I highly endorse her."

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Kyler Ovard

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tara is the best of the best. She is smart and aggressive. She is also respected by judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys. If i were charged with a crime, I would hire Tara."

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Aaron Nielson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tara is one of the best in the State. I've learned a lot from her in several ways including as opposing counsel when I first started and as fellow attorney now. I've had the chance to listen to her speak at several engagements and she always has excellent advice for the other attorneys she's helping."

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Paul Grant

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I needed co-counsel on a complicated sex abuse case. The client was charged with many first degree felonies. Together we won the case. She is a fantastic lawyer."

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Darwin Overson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tara is a great lawyer as well as a great person. She is professional and extremely talented. Her track record speaks for itself."

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Jessica Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you want the cream of the crop for your criminal defense attorney, hire Tara Isaacson. No attorney has a better reputation than Tara, and the reputation come honestly. She is smart, measured, and an earnest advocate. Judges respect her and prosecutors fear her! You can't go wrong with Tara as your attorney."

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Danielle Hawkes

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tara is one of the highest quality criminal defense lawyers in Utah. She is smart and passionate and has a great reputation in the legal community. I would of course recommend her to someone in need of representation."

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Dianna Cannon

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Tara Isaacson. She is an excellent attorney, cares about her clients, and knows the law. I refer my clients to her for criminal matters because I know that she will handle their case promptly, professionally, and obtain the best possible outcome for them."

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Josie Brumfield

Unknown lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathan Evershed

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Kyler Ovard

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Paul Grant

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Greg Law

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Lindsay Jarvis

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Happy Morgan

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Jessica Peterson

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Josie Brumfield

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Danielle Hawkes

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

1995

Reva Beck Bosone Award, Women Lawyers of Utah

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Partner, Bugden & Isaacson LLC

1996 - 2002

Partner, Bugden, Collins & Morton

Associations

2012 - Present

American College of Trial Lawyers

Fellow

1996 - Present

Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Former Board Member

1996 - Present

Women Lawyers of Utah

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Warren Jeffs

Conviction set aside, charges dismissed

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Education

1996

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

JD

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

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