David Pedrazas

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David Pedrazas

also known as Law Office of, David Pedrazas

4.9
45 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

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

3920 South 1100 East,, Suite 320, Salt Lake City, UT

Virtual Consultation Available

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

27 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Family 50%

27 years | 1,000 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2013
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 27 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of David Pedrazas

3920 South 1100 East,, Suite 320, Salt Lake City, UT, 84124

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David Pedrazas's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Benjamin | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Quit wasting time and money and hire him

I just went through one of the worst 3 year divorce processess you could imagine. David was my second attorney that I hired about a year ago and I would give anything to make him my first attorney for the following reasons. #1. I got more accomplished with him in the second half of my divorce b...y a huge margin than I did with my first attorney. #2. He did it all for less than 20% of what I had paid my other attorney because he WILL NOT nickel and dime you in anyway shape and form. Do not be fooled by other attorney's who may charge a smaller retainer because that means nothing when they are calling you every week asking to refill the retainer because they have exchausted it over useless crap. David doesn't do that. He will tell you (at least a ballpark) of what its gonna cost and he will stick to it regardless of what happens. #3 If you are shopping for a divorce lawyer you are about to enter a purgatory you cannot imagine. As far as divorce attorney's go (and I went through one horrible one and shopped around for 4 months to find the right one for my second) he is the closest thing you will find to a rope to get you out of hell. Especially if you are a loving father fighting for your rights, and get custody of your child(ren) from a snake of an ex-wife who wants nothing more than to destroy you. #4. My divorce lasted 28 months. I hired David 20 months into the process and he got more accomplished in the last 8 months than the previous months combined. (and for far less money) #5. Probably the most important part of all of this is that David is a pitbull to fight for your rights. (and be advised that his argumentative and abrasive nature might actually get you in a heated discussion or two between the two of you...but I promise you that is exactly what you want in a divorce attorney. David is that way all the time and he WILL use that same ferocity against opposing council and the judge). Do not be turned off by his bluntness, and realism. It is exactly what you are looking for to get you fair justice in a divorce case. Even on the parts of your case you don't end up winning (because you can't control what a judge will do) he will make the best possible arguments to fight for you and what is yours(and he's so good he WILL get most of it), and he will do it with full knowledge of the law and absolute resolve to get everything he can for you. #6 He is FULLY COMPETENT at everything in divorce law and proceedure and all of that. He has been in practice for years, and knows the system, the rules, the players (other attorneys and the judges) and exactly the right and aggressive way to get it done. If you are a father like me fighting for your rights to get custody of your child, and not have to pay your x-wife every dime you've ever had to get it....STOP SHOPPING FOR ATTORNEYS and hire David. I will say it again...I wish to God I had found him from the beginning. If I could give 10 stars I would. He's very very very good, and he knows exactly what he is doing!!!! 'nuff said.

Posted by Lisjari | June 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Very knowledgeable and Professional

David Pedrazas represented my boyfriend in a Divorce/Custody. He's now ex wife had taken his 4 children across country and prohibited the kids to have any relationship with my boyfriend for almost 2 years, we had to hire a Private investigator and had no luck until his oldest contacted him behind the... mothers back. The ex wife justified her actions in court by making allegations of domestic abuse. It was a difficult case but David was so knowledgeable, honest and he fought for my boyfriend's truth. At the end the judge granted relocation of the kids and now my boyfriend has sole physical custody of his kids. I can't express enough how much he helped our family and how grateful we are for him. I really believe without him we wouldn't have won this case, he basically got everything my boyfriend wanted. David really cares about his clients and he's joy at the end of court demonstrated his commitment to bringing the children home. Thank you again David for your tremendous help we are immensely grateful.

Posted by Amber | November 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent Lawyer

David Pedrazas helped me with a jurisdiction case. I lived in a separate state with my children while my husband lived in Utah and David was able to help me so I never needed to travel. He knew exactly what to do and was able to win 2 cases for me! Couldn't have done it without him!

Posted by Melynda | June 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Simply the Best

I worked for David as a legal assistant for about a year and a half. I did not know David beforehand. My friend had hired him for her divorce and she was impressed by his character. When I interviewed with David, I was immediately impressed by him and his upfront and honest attitude. He will not tell... you what you want to hear just to blow smoke up your skirt; he will tell you what needs to be said, whether you like it or not. Having gone through four different attorneys during my husband’s custody case with his ex-wife, I came to realize how important that is and how rare that trait is to find in attorneys. David is never out to make a “quick buck” and screw you over on billing, as I have seen other attorneys do. He is extremely knowledgeable and will defend his clients with the upmost integrity. My husband hired David to complete his custody case after seeing how impressed with him I was. Sadly enough, my husband and I are now going through a divorce and I cannot hire David, as that would create a conflict since he previously represented my husband. I have hired another attorney for my divorce and although he is good, he does not represent me as well as I know David would. I would recommend David to anyone going through a divorce or custody case- especially if there is high conflict. His knowledge, persistence, and punctuality cannot be beaten.

Posted by Jenny | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best attorney . El mejor abogado.

I came to Mr. Pedrazas desperate and looking for help for my custody case since my ex-husband created a very dirty case against me. I though there was nothing that I can rescue from my case because in the past I hadn't a good representation. I needed someone who could really defend me and give m...e again the hope of recovering my case. Finally after looking for a good attorney in Utah I founded Mr. Pedrazas, who gave me back the hope. I saw the light at the end of the tunnel. After I saw him at court I Knew that he was the lawyer I was waiting for. We still in the process, but I just highly recommend Mr. Pedrazas. I am so thankful.

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David Pedrazas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brent Chipman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had a very difficult divorce modification that went to trial. David was professional and courteous throughout the process. He remains personable even as he vigorously represents his client."

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Wade Taylor

Family lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with David on several cases. He is well educated and represents his clients vigorously. I have found that he is aggressive when he needs to be; however, also understands the benefit of reaching a positive settlement for all involved."

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Lorenzo Miller

Family lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has handled several of my own clients' divorces and family law matters. David takes each case seriously, and is an aggressive attorney. Simply stated, he gets the job done and he does it right. I would not hesitate to refer my own clients to him, since I do not do divorce or family law cases, and my clients recommend him as well."

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Cory Wall

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with David as opposing counsel on a number of cases over the years. He is very good to work with and is an excellent advocate for his clients. ."

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Brent Chipman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Wade Taylor

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lorenzo Miller

Criminal defense lawyer

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Cory Wall

Family lawyer

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Clayton Simms

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Utah, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Premier Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2014

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Utah, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of David Pedrazas, PLLC

Associations

2015 - Present

Salt Lake County Bar Association

2009 - Present

Utah State Bar, Family Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Granger v. Granger

Appeals Court Reversed and Remanded Case back to District Court

Zavala v. Zavala

Court of Appeals upheld decision

In the matter of the adoption of M.J.B

Court of Appeals upheld decision

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Education

2005

Brigham Young University

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1997

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Utah Court of Appeals Oral Argument Zavala v. Zavala

2010

Utah Court of Appeals Oral Argument In the matter of the adoption of M.J.B

2006

Utah Court of Appeals Oral Argument Marchand v. Marchand

Languages

English

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