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

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4.5 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | 1 star

Posted by Deborah | December 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Epic Fail

Kyle Witherspoon in my opinion did not defend me but sent me to the wolfs. He did not want to take on my case in the first place and he definitely let it show. With his lack or concern and care, he helped me into bankruptcy. My clear and only advice to others would be… Enter at your own risk.

Posted by Becky | January 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

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Updated: ***Kyle responded to this review saying he wanted to make it right. We had a couple of phone calls with some empty promises and no follow through. When things escalated with my case, he had no time for me and no suggestions for what to do other than find a new lawyer. If you decide to hi...re him, make sure he’s not friends with opposing counsel. His loyalty may not lie where it should.*** I really wish I didn’t have to write this. I hate writing reviews but really don’t anyone feeling like I do right now. Kyle was an amazing lawyer for a period of time. He listened well, seemed to really understand, and was very fair with his billing. I didn’t feel like I was being nickel and dimed to death. My custody is ongoing since I deal with narcissistic behavior in a high conflict co-parenting situation. My ex’s lawyer is excellent at drawing things out. I was so relieved to find a lawyer who would make things happen. BUT THEN THEY DIDNT. I called Kyle for an update and he scheduled an appointment over the phone to update me and me update him. I called him at the appointed times. No answer. I waited a bit, then tried again. Sent him a message to clarify the time. No answer. I’ve called and messaged several times since. Still no answer and we are months, and even years from anything happening.

Kyle Witherspoon

Replied last October 04, 2022

Hi, BB. Unfortunately, I'm not able to identify you simply based on this review, and thus reach out to you directly. Nevertheless, I'm sorry to hear of your disappointment in our representation. We are committed to client satisfaction, and I encourage you to reach out to me directly by email at [email protected], so that I can address your concerns and hopefully get them resolved. I look forward to hearing from you.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Timeliness cost me in my divorce

Would never, ever, ever hire Kyle again. Very nice guy, but not communicative about my case. I had urgency to file and between May and September, my ex was never served! And I finalized with him and got in everything I needed by early-June. I finally had to fire him and get a new lawyer to take over ...the case. My new lawyer filed THAT NIGHT. However, the delay made things worse between my ex and I, and he was no longer willing to give me the things he once agreed to early on. The lack of progress on my case affected my divorce and my relationship with my ex.

Kyle Witherspoon

Replied last March 18, 2019

I'm sorry to hear you were disappointed in your experience with my representation. You have chosen to remain anonymous in your review, and I of course respect that. Nevertheless, identifying you among my clients was not difficult (despite the fact that you wrote this review now when we parted ways over 6 months ago). I think the following bears note: •••••• First, I strive for client satisfaction and service above all else. The fact that you believe you did not receive that is something I take personally and find unacceptable. •••••• Second, as you know but did not mention, you were represented by me while at my previous law firm (which included that law firm's staff) for all but the last two weeks of my representation--during which time you were then represented by me at my newly formed law firm. You will no doubt recall that a big part of starting my own firm was my desire to improve client service through a more direct, hands-on approach to my clients and cases. All indications are that I have succeeded in that regard. •••••• Third, during those two weeks, I did significant work on your case. Work for which you were never billed--never charged so much as a single cent. I didn't have to do that, but I did; as a courtesy. Your documents were ready to file, and we had discussed them at length. Then, on a Friday, you gave me permission to file them--permission you revoked the next Monday when you decided without explanation you needed to change your strategy and your lawyer. I was genuinely chagrined to see you go in a different direction, but obviously accepted and supported your decision. •••••• Fourth, I am not surprised in the least that, when the rubber hit the road and it was time to actually negotiate a binding resolution, your former spouse turned out to be far less amenable to a sweetheart deal than your ex had led you to believe. That is extraordinarily common in divorces, as I told you and tell every client in that situation. I am truly sorry to hear that it happened to you after you left my representation. I'd like to think that had we continued together, the deal you struck--and your relationship with your ex--would both be better off. •••••• Fifth, and finally, if you ever need to enforce or modify your current agreement with your former spouse, I hope you'll reach out to me again. I would love an opportunity to change your mind--on the house. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Best, Kyle E. Witherspoon, J.D.

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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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