Kyle E. Witherspoon

Kyle E. Witherspoon

also known as Sorensen Witherspoon, LLC, Witherspoon Law, LLC

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Litigation

5200 S Highland Dr, Suite 303, Salt Lake City, UT

About Kyle

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 75%

I represent, advise, and fight for clients in all aspects of: Divorce (contested and uncontested); Alimony; Child Custody; Child Support; Division of Assets; Enforcement; Mediation; Modification; Paternity; Separation; and Spousal Abuse

75%
Family 24%

I also represent clients in all areas of Family Law: Adoption; Child Abuse; Civil Unions; Domestic Partnerships; Domestic Violence & Protective Orders; Guardianship; Marriage; Mediation; Name Changes; Paternity; and Prenuptial Agreements

24%
Litigation 1%

Given my history in high-stakes litigation at several top nat'l firms, I will, on a very select basis, represent & advise local clients in litigation. Includ: Business litigation; Civil, Constitutional, Election, and Public Interest litigation.

1%

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 11 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois

State: Illinois

Active Out of State Lawyer - Permitted to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 16 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2009

MCLE Non-Practicing

No misconduct found

Location

Sorensen Witherspoon, LLC

5200 S Highland Dr, Suite 303, Salt Lake City, UT, 84117

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Kyle E. Witherspoon's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Austin | June 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing Experience

Kyle helped me in a child custody case and was absolutely amazing. From day 1 when he heard my circumstances, he Was on board and ready to fight for me! He showed lots of care in my situation and I would recommend him to anyone. If he says he will take your case so it because he will do whatever he c...an to make sure you come out happy!

Posted by Yeorgi | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mind at ease

I was nervous and scared for my divorce process but Kyle made it easy and walked me through step by step to ensure I knew what was happening. He made sure I understood what we were doing and why. Really personable.

Posted by Henry | August 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommended

Kyle is an excellent attorney. He provides very good and appropriate counsel. One of the things I appreciate the most about him is that he is careful not to over promise and under deliver. He manages expectations well. He absolutely does not create false hopes or make predictions about things that ar...e uncertain. If he were to make predictions I think he would be correct a vast majority of the time though. He understands the law and how things roll out in court. He is especially wise when it comes to what information matters to the court and how it should be presented. The opposition has lacked this skill and I have witnessed them suffer severely and their case get worse than it already was, because of it. I am very confident with him representing me. Anyone else should feel the same. You can trust he will give you the best counsel you can get. My case has been an uphill battle and we have won in every circumstance. Kyle does not offer temporary peace of mind by way of predicting future outcomes in your favor. He doesn't need to. He simply delivers when the time comes and the peace that comes from WINNING is lasting.

Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Good attorney

My attorney helped with my case. My ex was very difficult and vindictive. He helped get a fair outcome and avoid dragging my divorce out.

Posted by Suzanne | February 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Thanks!

If 2020 wasn’t crazy enough! I found myself in need of a great family attorney to help me fight a battle I couldn’t on my own. I’m grateful for Kyle’s help and his humor. He had my back and was understanding. Thanks for fighting the bullies! Keep up the good work.

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Kyle E. Witherspoon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Chase Adams

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kyle is an excellent attorney. He is intelligent and hard working. I have sent referrals his way and have no question he will take care of those I do. I highly endorse Kyle."

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Stephen Oliver

Family lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have found Kyle to have a vast wealth of knowledge in the law and have always been impressed with his courtroom demeanor. I endorse this laywer."

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Kaitlyn Gibbs

Family lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kyle is an experienced and well-educated attorney who passionately advocates for his clients. I strongly endorse him as an attorney."

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Brigman Harman

Litigation lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kyle is a very competent attorney. He is a devoted advocate and passionate about the law. I can fully endorse him."

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Elliot Smith

Family lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kyle is an exceptional attorney with a big personality. He is great in the courtroom and great with clients. I fully endorse him and his legal practice."

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Kyle Adams

Litigation lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kyle has a brilliant legal mind, an incredible ability to picture the end from the beginning so as to effectively strategize, and a passion for what he does. Added together, it makes for one hell of a lawyer. I have worked with Kyle as co-counsel on many matters and have sat back and watched him as he has litigated cases. As an attorney I have tried to emulate much of what he does. I strongly endorse Kyle Witherspoon."

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Matthew Kober

Family lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Kyle is an amazing person and attorney. He is very passionate about what he does and directs that passion to the benefit of his clients. I highly recommend him."

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James Hunnicutt

Family lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kyle is very smart, effective, and professional. He is a solid attorney."

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Jared Hales

Family lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kyle is a highly skilled and intelligent attorney. The most important skill a family law attorney can possess is the ability to communicate. Kyle is one of the best communicators I have ever met. He communicates effectively with his clients, opposing counsel and the court. I highly recommend Kyle Withersfor your family law case."

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Eric Vogeler

Litigation lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kyle is an excellent attorney--sharp, passionate, engaged, and zealous in his advocacy. Kyle is a great writer and oral advocate--the consummate courtroom litigator. He is a pleasure to work with and against. I don't hesitate in recommending clients to him."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

10 Best Family Law Attorneys (Utah), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2020

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 (Utah), National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2020

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 (Utah), National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best Family Law Attorneys (Utah), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2019

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2018

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 (Utah), National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

10 Best Family Law Attorneys (Utah), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine

2017

10 Best Family Law Attorneys (Utah), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2009

Faculty Award for Meritorious Achievement+Distinguished Service, Brigham Young University--J. Reuben Clark Law School

2008

Faculty Award for Meritorious Achievement+Distinguished Service, Brigham Young University--J. Reuben Clark Law School

2006

Malcolm O. Sillars Award for Excellence in Collegiate Debate, University of Utah

Work Experience

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk to Assoc. Chief Justice Thomas R. Lee, Utah Supreme Court

Associations

Utah State Bar

State Bar of Texas

Education

2009

Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2006

University of Utah

BS - Bachelor of Science: Speech Communication & Argumentation

Speaking Engagements

2018

TBD (forthcoming)

Effective Legal Writing in Family Law--CLE

2016

Western Hunting and Conservation Expo

Current Issues in Wildlife Law Facing Guides & Outfitters

2015

Utah State Bar Spring Convention

The Devil’s Advocate is Dead: Marshaling After State v. Nielson

Publications

2018

Forthcoming 2018, coauthored with Ryan Gregerson Effective Legal Writing in Family Law
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