Paul M Grant

Paul M Grant

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

Po Box 58621, Salt Lake City, UT

About Paul

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 59%

38 years | 10,000 cases

59%
DUI and DWI 19%

38 years | 2,000 cases

19%
Domestic Violence 9%

38 years | 2,000 cases

9%
Juvenile Law 4%

32 years | 3,000 cases

4%
Personal Injury 4%

32 years | 220 cases

4%

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 37 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 1988

Active

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Location

Paul M Grant, Attorney At Law

Po Box 58621, Salt Lake City, UT, 84158-0621

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Paul M Grant's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Darren | May 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney

You should hire Paul

Paul is very knowledgeable and helped us navigate a very unique legal situation. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anybody needing legal representation. He listens to you and then goes to work to get you the best possible resolution. Paul is a five star lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Paul Grant - If your looking for someone to defend you in a criminal case, look no further.

I met Paul some five years ago as my case started. He was always direct and honest with me about the situation I faced - and I always felt like I was getting the information I needed without filtering it, or overly being optimistic. Paul knows the law, and he also knows the legal system. Our case las...ted an incredibly long 5 years - at one point we thought it was done, and then it came back with a vengeance. Paul breeds confidence, and he listens. Perhaps the most unique thing about Paul is that he cares. Paul was there through the whole experience. Later, given the case we faced, we brought in co-council (Tara Isaacson) and these two were an amazing team. I can't say enough good things about Paul (or Tara) to be honest, and if you find yourself needing council - seek out Paul. I certainly would.

Posted by Sherri | February 17, 2014 | Criminal Defense

He listen to me as human

Paul was very helpful in my unfortunate and complicated case, he was able to drop my two Felony 3rd degree to 1 Misdemeanor C and was able to save me of deportation and going to jail, he was aggressive in court and patient with me and my family, very supportive and has great smile, Paul you saved my... life and helped me to stay in the country with my baby daughter, I will never forget your help and I will recommend you to any of my friends that may get in trouble, God bless you and give you long life.

Posted by Kathy | July 13, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Lawyer

I retained Paul Grant to defend my son. He was charged with exploitation of a minor and sex with a miner. Paul did a fantastic job he was able to get all charges dropped and the case closed. If I ever need an attorney again Paul Grant would be the first one I would call. He has also given my family l...ots of free advice on different criminal situations.

Posted by Kelly | July 12, 2013 | Animal Law

The best in the west!!!!!

Paul Grant has represented my husband, my step daughter, my nephew, as well as my boss. My husband ended up goimg to prison due to his own neglegence and paul stood by not only him but me as well. The day he got sentenced. He came out and hugged me and told me he felt horrible. He has become a frien...d to all of us and he really cares about the people he represents. We had him help out our nephew with a case that would have put him in prison for a long time if not the remainder of his life, but because of his knowledge of the law and the people he knows it got dismissed. Then our daughter got into trouble with using a credit card that was not her's and once again Paul was there to help us. He got the cased dropped down to minor charges and she pays the money back and as long as she don't get into trouble she won't have a record, since she is only 19. Then my boss which owns a hotel here in Tooele. His dog Oden, had been accused of biting someone, which was false, again Paul came to the rescue to save Odie's life. Literally. The local police department and cheif of police wanted the dog to get euthanized, which broke everyone's heart. This turned my boss into a mess, knowing what the outcome could have been. But Paul went to the meeting that would decide the faite of this wonderful dog, and found many loop holes which had been over looked by the city. Paul brought this immediately to their attention and informed them the laws that was in place that would not allow them to take this dog from his owner merely on pure accusations. Well Odie is still here to this day thanks to the hard non-stop relenless work of Mr. Grant. I would reccomend him to everyone and anyone not only wanting an attorney , but a man with a big heart, and willinmg to do what it takes to give you the best chance at your desired outcome. He knows what he is doing and I have alot of people still with me today because of his hard work and dedication to his profession. I would not ever pay anyone else to represent me or my family besides Mr. Paul Grant. Give him a try and you too will be as happy as he has made all of us.

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tyler Ayres

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known him for years and observed as he repeatedly provides excellent service to his clients and the legal field. He has answered questions for me and provided advice without hesitation."

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Darwin Overson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is an excellent attorney and a quality person."

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Tara Isaacson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Paul closely on a very serious criminal matter. I was impressed with his passion for getting a good result for the client. With his hard word and dedication, the client got an amazing result. He truly cared about the case."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Murad

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great attorney!"

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Jarrett Blakeley

Unknown lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Cooney

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Unknown lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Russell Hebets

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Neal Kuvara

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Rudy Bautista

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul has been and remains to be a powerhouse in upholding the rights of the innocent and wrongfully accused in Utah. Further, he has maintain the reputation of a gentlemen, respected by all, while going the extra mile to help his clients."

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Ann Marie Taliaferro

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kind. Knowledgeable. Experienced. One of the top."

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Craig Pankratz

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"When I was a prosecutor, Paul represented many criminal defendants that I was prosecuting. He always protected his clients' rights and gave them sound advice whether to accept a deal or take their cases to trial. Not only do I endorse him, I respect him."

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Philip Wormdahl

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Paul to be a knowledgeable and dedicated criminal defense lawyer. I endorse his practice."

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Robert Miner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Paul for years. I often see him in court passionatley arguing with prosecutors for a better outcome for his clients. Paul doesn't just go through the motion of being a defense attorney. He gives every client his best."

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Russell Pietryga

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Grant is an excellent criminal defense attorney with years of experience. Mr. Grant uses his experience and knowledge of criminal law to ensure the best possible results for his clients."

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J. Lyness

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. When I started my practice it included some criminal defense along with my specialty of personal injury. I stopped taking criminal cases but I still get calls from people looking for a criminal defense lawyer. I knew of Paul Grant and he impressed me with his intelligence, knowledge, legal skills and courtroom presence. I refer those people to Paul and I highly recommend him as a criminal defense attorney."

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B. Morgan

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Anita Dickinson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Schatz

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Tara Isaacson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Druyon

Criminal defense lawyer

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Darwin Overson

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Shapiro

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patrick Cooney

Unknown lawyer

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Colin McCallin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ann Marie Taliaferro

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rudy Bautista

Criminal defense lawyer

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Craig Pankratz

Litigation lawyer

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Philip Wormdahl

DUI and DWI lawyer

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James McPhie

Unknown lawyer

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Mark Moffat

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Miner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Russell Pietryga

DUI and DWI lawyer

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J. Lyness

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2011

Client Rating Preeminint 5 of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Felony Trial Attorney, Salt Lake Legal Defenders Association

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Trial Attorney, Paul Grant Attorney At Law

1994 - 1997

Attorney, Utah Attorney General's Office

1988 - 1994

Trial Attorney, Salt Lake Legal Defender Assoc.

Associations

2018 - Present

America's Top 100 Attorneys

member

2013 - Present

Salt Lake County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

Utah State Bar, Criminal Law Section

Attorney Member

1988 - Present

Utah State Bar

1988 - Present

Federal Bar Association

2019 - 2020

Americas Top 100 Crimial Defense Attorneys

Member

2019 - 2020

Americas Top 100 Crimial Defense Attorneys

Member

1997 - 2010

Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. White

Dismissed

State v Thedell

Evidence suppressed and case dismissed

State v Cropper

Case dismissed

City v Cropper

Case Dismissed

State v Ramakrishna

Case dimissed

State v Bell

Dismissed

State v. Bulzan

Dismissed

State v Carlsen

Abeyance

Berard

$78,000 Settlement

State v Lane

Dismissed

State v Keener

Dismissesd

State v Hansen

Dismissed

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Education

1987

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

Speaking Engagements

2016

I Lost My License

Drivers License Division Collateral Consequences

2015

The Breath of Civility

Civility

2013

Interview

Impairment of a Judge

2010

Gotcha's in Criminal Law

Criminal Law Basics

2005

Defending Difficult Cases

Criminal Law

2004

Defending Patriotism

Criminal Law

1996

The Impact of Drugs and Alcohol on Juveniles

Drugs & Alcohol and Juveniles

Publications

2016

Salt Lake Tribune Utah Man Accused of Paying

2016

Salt Lake Tribune Man Gets Misdemeanors

2012

Salt Lake Tribune Salt Lake City Man Ordered to Stand Trial in Mother's Death

2007

Salt Lake Tribune Utah Dismisses Case

1993

Pacific Reporter Second State v. Rosenbaum

1992

Pacific Reporter Second State v. Strickling

Languages

English

Activity

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