Mike McKell is known as an attorney who brings passion to representing both his clients and constituents. He is the founding partner of Utah Legal Team, a current member of the Utah State Senate, and an avid runner.
In 2012, Mike was elected to represent House District 66 in the Utah House of Representatives. In 2020, Mike was elected to the Utah State Snate. Currently he serves as the Senate Chair for the Business and Econonim Development Appropriations Subcommittee as well as the Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee. Mike has served on the Higher Education Strategic Planning Commission. Mike has enjoyed his work in Higher Education more than any other area during his time in the House because it gives him opportunities to help the youth of Utah to expand their educational goals. Mike believes that time and effort spent helping our youth achieve their dreams is one of the best ways of improving the community as a whole.
Mike has also served on the following committees: House Standing Judiciary Committee, Chair; Interim Judiciary Committee, Co-Chair; Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environmental Quality Appropriations Subcommittee, past Vice-Chair and past Co-Chair; and the House Special Investigative Committee (Investigation of John Swallow). Each of these positions has helped Mike gain the knowledge and experience he needs to lead and make a difference for those he serves.
In his professional life, Mike has been admitted to the Utah State Bar, the United States District Court for the District of Utah, the United State Supreme Court, and the Arizona State Bar.
Mike’s law practice is primarily focused on insurance law and representing those who have been injured through no fault of their own. His passion for helping those who have been wrongly injured is matched by his enthusiasm for working for his constituents as a member of the Utah House of Representatives. Mike is a strong advocate for the underrepresented, in court and in the legislature.
Mike has been recognized as one of Utah’s Legal Elite and as a Mountain States Super Lawyer Rising Star. He is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell and has a perfect 10.0 AVVO rating. Mike participates in the Utah Association for Justice as well as the American Inn of Court.
Mike is a proud son of Ferron, Utah. Though many may not know where Ferron is located on a map, don’t be embarrassed to ask. Mike will tell anyone it is a wonderful community where people care about each other and work hard. Mike’s father was a dentist and a hobby farmer, which provided many life lessons of hard work to Mike that continued to help him to this day.
He and his wife, Brandi, are parents of four children. Mike loves hunting, fishing, and the outdoors, but his latest interest is ultra-distance running. Mike qualified for the Boston Marathon and has a goal to run all six world major marathons and not break any additional bones in the process. Anyone who knows Mike has learned that he works relentlessly to achieve his goals and represent his constituents. If Mike possessed a superpower, it would be his love for working hard for his clients and his community.
RECENT AWARDS
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubble, bestowed on less than 10% of lawyers nationally, https://www.martindale.com/spanish-fork/utah/michael-k-mckell-4290613-a/
AVVO Superb Ranking, AVVO.com, https://www.avvo.com/attorneys/84660-ut-michael-mckell-3415675.html
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
Utah Legal Elite Rising Star, Utah Business Magazine
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
40 Under 40, Utah Valley Business Magazine, https://utahvalley360.com/2018/06/11/40-under-40-michael-k-mckell/
Outstanding Eagle Scout Award, Utah National Parks Council, Boy Scouts of America, bestowed on individuals who have made significant local, regional and statewide career achievements, http://blog.utahscouts.org/eagle-scout-trail/get-to-know-our-outstanding-eagle-scouts-part-3/
Education Partnership Award, Nebo School District
Representative of the Year, Utah Rural Telecom Association
Friend of Agriculture, Utah County Farm Bureau
Legislator of the Year, Utah Technology Council
Legislative Business Champion, Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce
Stewardship Award, Utah Division of Wildlife Services
Teddy Roosevelt Stewardship Award, Sportsman for Fish and Wildlife
Champion for Economic Freedom, Americans for Prosperity Utah
Practice areas
If you have been involved with a minor fender bender or a major collision, you will soon realize there are many people and things to deal with. The list includes receiving proper medical treatment, paying for medical expenses, filing insurance claims with your company as well as the other party’s insurance company, dealing with insurance adjustors from more than one company, and properly securing a rental car. Selecting the right attorney to handle your auto accident case is critical.
17 years
If you have been involved with a minor fender bender or a major collision, you will soon realize there are many people and things to deal with. The list includes receiving proper medical treatment, paying for medical expenses, filing insurance claims with your company as well as the other party’s insurance company, dealing with insurance adjustors from more than one company, and properly securing a rental car. Selecting the right attorney to handle your auto accident case is critical.
17 years
Languages spoken
Portuguese
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Inactive | 2015 | 05/22/2022 |
UT | Active | 2005 | 05/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 46 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Laugavegur Ultra Marathon Finisher / Fastest American | Laugavegur Ultra Marathon | 2021 |
Utah Legal Elite | Utah Business Magazine | 2021 |
2019 Champions for Economic Freedom | Americans for Prosperity - Utah | 2019 |
40 Under 40 | Utah Valley Business Magazine | 2018 |
Representative of the Year | Utah Rural Telecom Association | 2017 |
Legislative Business Champion | Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce | 2017 |
Friend of the Taxpayer | The Utah Taxpayers Association | 2017 |
2016 Business Champion | Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce | 2016 |
Friend of Agriculture | Utah County Farm Bureau | 2016 |
Utah Business Coalition | Legislative Business Champion | 2016 |
Outstanding Eagle Scout - Lifetime Achievement Award | National Eagle Scout Association, Boy Scouts of America | 2015 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Legislative Allstar | Deseret News | 2014 |
Legislator of the Year | Utah Applied Technology Council | 2014 |
Teddy Roosevelt Dedication Award | Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife | 2013 |
Legislator of the Year | Utah Division of Wildlife Resources | 2013 |
Utah Legal Elite | Utah Business Magazine | 2012 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Dr. Carroll Service Award | Community Service Awards | 2011 |
Utah Legal Elite - Rising Star | Utah Business Magazine | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Utah State Senator | Utah State Senate | 2021 - Present |
Attorney | Utah Legal Team - McKell Thompson Hunter | 2005 - Present |
Utah House of Representatives | State of Utah | 2013 - 2020 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Utah Judicial Conduction Commission | Commissioner | 2021 - Present |
Uniform Law Commission | Commissioner | 2021 - Present |
Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education | Member, Legislative Advisory Committee | 2019 - Present |
Utah House of Representatives | Representative | 2013 - Present |
Utah Lake Commission | Board Member | 2013 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 2013 - Present |
Utah Association for Justice | Board of Governors | 2010 - Present |
American Inns of Court | Member | 2006 - Present |
Utah Valley University | Adjunct Professor | 2006 - Present |
Kiwanis Club of Spanish Fork | Member | 2005 - Present |
Utah State Bar | Member | 2005 - Present |
Spanish Fork Chamber of Commerce | Board Member | 2010 - 2012 |
Central Utah Bar Association | Member | 2005 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Deseret News | Sens. Adams and McKell: Big Tech poses a major threat to free speech | 2021 |
Daily Herald | Where's the faith in Utah County Republicans? | 2016 |
Salt Lake Tribune | Commissioner deserves credit for solving meat-inspection problem, not blame | 2015 |
Deseret News | My view: EPA's impossible ozone standard needs touch of reality | 2015 |
Salt Lake Tribune | Op-ed: White-collar crime registry gives Utahns powerful tool to fight fraud | 2015 |
Provo Daily Herald | YOUR ELECTED LEADERS: EPA driven by ideology, not common sense | 2015 |
Harvard Latino Law Review | •The Changing Face of Justice: A Survey of Recent Cases Involving Courtroom Interpretation | 2003 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Idaho | JD - Juris Doctor | 2005 |
Southern Utah University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit | Panel VII : Water | 2021 |
Utah Politics | Inside Look Into Utah Politics | 2021 |
Utah Idaho Kiwanis Annual Meeting | Community Service and Politics | 2021 |
International Car Rental Show | Making a Difference: Communicating Car Rental's Message to Local & State Politicians | 2021 |
Central Utah Bar Association | 2021 Legislative Review | 2021 |
Salem Hills High School Government Classes | Roundtable with Representatives | 2019 |
Salem Hills High School Government Classes | Roundtable with Representatives | 2019 |
Monthly Meeting | Utah State 2019 Legislative Session Overview | 2019 |
Lunch Speaking Engagement | Legislative Review | 2019 |
Bills and Bagels | Legislative Review | 2019 |
Bills and Bagels | Legislative Review | 2019 |
6th Annual Government and Administrative Law Seminar | Governmental Immunity and HB 311 | 2019 |
Utah State Bar Annual Convention | Turmoil in the Utah State Legislature: Separation of Powers and Other Issues that Really Interest Lawyers | 2018 |
National Association of Personal Financial Advisors | Under the hood of the Utah State Legislature | 2018 |
MLS U.S. Legal System Course, University of Utah | An In-dept Review of the Legislative Process | 2018 |
Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce Legislative Policy Committee | 2017 Legislative Review | 2017 |
UTAH STATE BAR PARALEGAL DIVISION BROWN BAG | Understanding the Legislative Process and What to Look For in the Upcoming Legislative Session | 2016 |
Governor's Honors Academy | Preparation: The Business Plan that Matters | 2015 |
Graduation Ceremony | Graduation | 2014 |
Central Utah Bar Association | Special House Investigative Review - John Swallow | 2014 |
Utah Association for Justice Annual Conference | Legislative Review | 2013 |
UAJ Legislative Review | Legislative Review | 2013 |
A. Sherman Christensen American Inn of Court | Under the Hood of the Legislature | 2013 |
A Day on the Hill with Worker's Compensation | Legislative Review | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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ATV Accident | Over $300,000.00 |
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Richard Geller, Unknown Attorney on Nov 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Michael. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Car accident Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Geller, Unknown Attorney on Nov 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Michael. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Car accident Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on May 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
John O'Brien, Car accident Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Nathan Alder, Litigation Attorney on Dec 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mike McKell is a lawyer I respect and trust. He does a very good job for his clients and enjoys a wonderful reputation in our community.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Oct 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Alan Mortensen, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with Mike both in his personal injury and as a legislature. He is top flight at both. I can recommend him without reservation to help those that have been injured and need a friendly hand.
Garrett Handy, Unknown Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Gilchrist, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He shows excellent judgment & skills
Kenneth Prigmore, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 28, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer! Mike is a professional that can help you attain the best possible outcome for your case.
G. Sullivan, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 27, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mike for several years. I have had associations with Mike in his work as a Utah State Legislator. Clearly, Mike knows the law and the strategies to develop a case and represent his clients in the best possible manner. He has the uncanny ability to boil down complicated legal issues in a way that a Utah jury will understand. He clearly knows how to represent a client and get a great result for the people he works with. I whole heartedly endorse him.
Peter Summerill, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mike McKell always practices with his client's best interests at heart, leading to quicker, and better, resolutions all around. Highly recommended.
Leonard McGee, Real estate Attorney on Aug 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
George Tait, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 8, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mike is a good guy who cares very much about his clients doing his best to represent them when injured by others. I also understand that he is trying to make a difference in his community by running for public office - GOOD LUCK MIKE!
Ryan Springer, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 27, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I know attorney Mike McKell, and he is an outstanding legal advocate for people who have been seriously injured. I strongly recommend him.