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Biography
Rob Latham wants you to be free ... free from the punishment bureaucracy, and free from family policing. He provides his clients with a broad range of expertise and working knowledge of the legal system. He is a fourth-generation Utah native and has spent more than two decades championing our ability to pursue happiness and enjoy the blessings of liberty.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
23 years
Drug Crime
25%
23 years
Violent Crime
22%
23 years
General Practice
10%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-350 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Utah for 31 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of J. Robert Latham
3143 South 840 East, Suite 420, Saint George, UT, 84790
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Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
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When my dcfs case started I was absolutely terrified. Terrible even more knowing that I could not afford to pay for an attorney and was given a court appointed attorney Mr. Robert Latham. After time went on as I got to know Mr. Latham and saw how hard he has worked on my case and how much he cares fo...
J. Robert Latham's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Rob Latham as a criminal defense attorney of extraordinary ability and among the best work ethic I have ever witnessed. Rob is always meticulously prepared for every case, every hearing, and is also extremely proficient at juvenile law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have gotten to know Robert at events sponsored by the local defense bar. Robert is well respected in the legal community for his advocacy on behalf of the defense bar at the Utah State Legislature. He also has a wealth of knowledge and experience as a criminal defense attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend Robert's services."
Edward Flint
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Appellate Attorney of the Year, Parental Defense Alliance of Utah
2015
New Parental Defender of the Year, Parental Defense Alliance of Utah
Associations
2020 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws - Legal CommitteeLifetime Member
2013 - Present
Utah Family Defenders AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Utah Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLifetime Member
Sample of Legal Cases
In re B.T.B., 2020 UT 36
Court of appeals' decision to remand affirmed.
In re B.T.B., 2018 UT App 157
Order terminating parental rights vacated, case remanded, adverse line of precedent disavowed.
Specht v. Big Water Town, 2007 UT App 335
Appeal of summary judgment dismissed for lack of jurisdiction.
Education
1994
University of Utah
Juris Doctor
1991
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2023
Utah Family Defenders Association Annual Conference
Lessons from remands
2022
Annual meeting of the Juvenile Law Section of the Utah State Bar
Discussion of new developments in juvenile law
2018
Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Annual Seminar
Legislative update
2018
Parental Defense Alliance of Utah Fall Multi-Hour CLE Training Event
In re BTB
2011
Students for Sensible Drug Policy of Utah State University presents: Know Your Rights!
Surviving police encounters
2010
Associated Students of Westminster College Academic Forum
Criminal laws and public policies on drug possession and use
2009
UACDL Annual Seminar: The Criminal Defense Lawyer's Toolbox: Cutting-Edge Strategies For Defending the Accused
Helping criminal defendants in the Utah Legislature
2007
Utah State Bar Annual Criminal Law Section Seminar
Legislative update
Publications
1993
Utah Law Review
J. Robert Latham, Note, Recent Developments in Utah Law Legislative Enactments, 1993 Utah L. Rev. 366 (1993)
Languages
English