Joseph L. Nemelka

Joseph L. Nemelka

also known as Joseph Lee Nemelka

3.8
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Juvenile, Car Accidents

6806 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 175-275 per hour

Contingency

25%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 32 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 1993

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Law Offices of Joseph L. Nemelka

6806 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT, 84121

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Joseph L. Nemelka's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mary | May 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wow -Joseph L. Nemelka - You Won Everything for me Today in Court.!

05/27/2025 Thank you, Joe for making my huge “asset” win happen in court today! I was in awe of how you commanded the courtroom! You are amazing! "Thank you," is not a big enough stateme...nt! I could not believe what you accomplished in as little as one hour.! You were concise, undeterred, and directly to the point! You should be on TV! I will always give you an extremely powerful recommendation for anyone who wants to win his or her divorce case! You were very thoughtful to offer my former-husband divorce negotiations last week and all through the divorce process, which he refused to his detriment! I am sorry I was overly expressive in court! I am more humble and calmer now. I was just so excited because the judge gave me everything you asked for in my behalf and even more! This was an extremely difficult case as my former-husband has a very strong, difficult and unyielding personality! I do “sort of” feel bad that he did not have legal representation of your caliber and skills although his legal team did have impressive reputations! I also give ultimate honor and glory to my precious, all-powerful loving Savior! Respectfully and thank you again so very much! Mary

Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Vacation Much

He never gave me information about my case. Every time I would contact him he was on vacation and would inform me that he will contact me once he gets back to his office. That never occurred, then I receive an email saying "Testing... testing..."!! No information about my case and expected me to pay... $300 more because of that email. I missed the court date and haven't been able to track down my ex-wife since. If you like throwing your money away, this is where to do it.

Posted by Melissa P. | January 28, 2015 | Child Custody

Great Attorney!!!

Joe Nemelka has been my attorney for almost 3 years. I have been going through a custody battle since 2012. Joe is very professional and he gives a fast response to your concerns. He tells you the truth... not what you want to hear like some attorneys!! I love that he is to the point and tells you re...alistically what the courts will see, he never delivers broken promises. He doesn't waste my money and is truly an honest and genuine attorney. I have recommended him to family and he has done a great job for them as well. Thanks Joe!

Posted by Jan | February 02, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommend!

Joe was referred to me by my mediator when mediation broke down between my ex and I. Joe was a life saver in a very difficult situation. He was always on top of everything and communicated with me throughout the whole process. I continue to recommend him to others.

Posted by Val | April 11, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

STAY AWAY!

About 6 months into my case, I had a court hearing that Nemelka didn't even show up for. There wan't much movement on my case until that time but it was only the 2nd hearing. I should have seen it coming as I couldn't get them to return phone calls or emails and then I finally had to show up at the...ir office unannounced before getting any attention. They were very responsive up till the point that they got my $5,000 retainer... Even that is outrageous! Who can afford that? So I put down my retainer and Nemelka Lawyer immediately went silent. Following the hearing they didn't show up to I got little more attention and finally fired them and found another lawyer. I'm still trying to get over $2,000 back from them. I basically got little to nothing in exchange for $5,000 bucks. Do yourself a favor and find someone else to represent your interests.

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Joseph L. Nemelka's Lawyer Endorsements

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Randal Moore

Unknown lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the community."

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Russell Pietryga

Child abuse lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nemelka is an excellent lawyer and is highly respected in the legal community. I have worked with and against Mr. Nemelka over the last several years and have been very impressed with his knowledge of the law and expertise in the courtroom."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

1992

Award of Excellence - Evidence, American Jurisprudence

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney at Law, Joseph Lee Nemelka, P.C.

Associations

1993 - Present

Utah State Bar

Lawyer

Sample of Legal Cases

Allen v. Hillyard

Court awarded Mother sole physical custody and allowed her to move with the minor child to South Carolina.

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Education

1993

University of Idaho College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University of Utah

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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