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Kristy L Hanson

4.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Provo, UT
Practice Areas: Family, Arbitration, Divorce & Separation

3319 N University Ave, Provo, UT

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 22 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2003

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Macarthur, Heder & Metler, PLLC

3319 N University Ave, Provo, UT, 84604-4438

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Kristy L Hanson's Reviews

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38 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Adoption

Posted by Kim | July 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Kristy Hanson is a miracle worker

Kristy Hanson is hands down the best lawyer we could have ever asked for; I wish we would have known about her from the beginning when I filed for divorce. I had a VERY high conflict divorce that had protective orders involved against my ex husband. I was referred to another attorney initially and in...stead of getting me results he kept ringing up my bill without accomplishing anything and caused nothing but negative ramifications to my children and I. Finally after 2 years of ongoing battles, 200K in paid legal bills and absolutely no results other than making our case worse and causing more stress, I fired my attorney and hired Kristy Hanson. From the moment we hired her she worked tirelessly to go above and beyond to protect my children and I and to get us the results we so desperately wanted. My previous lawyer made it seem our best possible option for my children was to have supervised visits with my ex husband so my children would be safe with my ex who was abusive my children and I. Kristy didn't just accomplish the goal of protecting my kids from my ex husband in just a few months of hiring her; but she was able to work with my ex husbands attorney and got them to agree for him to surrender his parental rights and let my new husband adopt them. She did all this for a fraction of the cost of our old attorney!! This was seriously something we never thought would be possible. Not only are my husband and I so grateful but our children are so happy because they do not have to live in fear anymore and they know they never have to see him again. She is honestly a miracle worker. Kristy not only is aggressive and a hard worker but she has great relationships with the other attorney's, mediators and judges / commissioners in the area; her reputation proceeds her. Kristy is invested and passionate about what she does and we owe everything to her. If you are thinking of hiring an attorney; we absolutely suggest you hire Kristy. You will not find a kinder, more invested, and hard working attorney than Kristy Hanson. Kristy thank you so much for keeping our children safe and making our dream a reality!

Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Fantastic adoption attorney!

Kristy finalized two adoptions for our family. She is incredible. She found and corrected mistakes that had been made before she was involved in our case. She was quick and efficient allowing us to finalize as soon as we possibly could. If we were to adopt again, we wouldn't anyone but Kristy!

Posted by paigieroo | June 16, 2015 | Adoption

so good!

this is the best lawyer in the business! you can trust her with everything in your case! I'm so happy I chose her to be my attorney because she was willing to help me even thought my case was really hard. I would for sure give kristy 5 stars and I recommend her for everyone out there looking for a di...vorce or an adoption

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Kristy L Hanson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marilyn Brown

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have nothing but respect for Kristy. She is a tough opponent who has a lot of knowledge and skill in family law. I also find her to be very thoughtful and fair in negotiation and settlement."

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Nathan Shill

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kristy is a great advocate for her clients. Kristy consistently demonstrates professionalism and a commitment to protecting her client's interests. Kristy seeks solutions for her client through settlement to reduce cost while still obtaining excellent results for her clients. When settlement is not possible, Kristy is willing to take an issue to court when it is necessary for her client."

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Ronald Wilkinson

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hanson is a tough, experienced family law attorney. She balances professionalism and advocacy without running up her client's bill. She seeks solutions when it serves her clients and heads for court when the other side is unwilling to reasonably compromise. She is knowledgeable and is readily able to suggest creative solutions where everyone comes out ahead."

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Tim Brown

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kristy is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced divorce attorney who is very results oriented and fights hard for her clients. She practices the highest standards of ethics and professionalism."

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Daniel McKay

Unknown lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have referred several individuals to Kristy over the years and all have indicated to me they appreciated her work and her efforts in representing their interests. I have also worked with Kristy on opposing sides of cases over the years and have always found her to be intuitive, level-headed, attentive and professional. She knows the law, understands the relevant facts, and exercises good judgment in picking the right issues to focus and advocate for. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Education

2002

American University, Washington College of Law

Languages

English

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