Justin D Caplin

Justin D Caplin

4.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 12 years

Child custody Lawyer at Saint George, UT
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Abuse

107 S 1470 E #105, Saint George, UT

About Justin

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Child Abuse 50%

Protect your child from abuse and guard against false allegations of abuse. Abuse cases we handle include Child Protective Orders; Abuse & Neglect; Abuse-related custody determinations, including modifications. (We do not handle criminal charges).

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Child Custody 50%

Protect your relationship with your child. All child custody related cases, including Custody, Paternity, Custody Modification, Domestic Violence, Protective Orders, Juvenile Court, DCFS, Grandparents or Other Individuals.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour

Retainer

Always


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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 12 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nevada for 6 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2019

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Turner Stack & Caplin

107 S 1470 E #105, Saint George, UT, 84790

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Justin D Caplin's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Misty Amendola | February 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Crappy don't use if your kids are abused by father.

Justin Caplin asked my daughter to drop her protective order in exchange for supervised visits. The judge would have given her that if he saw the protective order. I saw the father beat the kids. Children had complained about father molesting them. This lawyer did nothing to help us. My daughter got ...minimum child support and no alimony then, He quit on us and didn't even tell us he left the firm!!! Terrible. He knows nothing about child custody and will not give you anything. Father got full custody and My daughter was accused for coaching kids to say they were abused. My daughter got nothing. My daughter is now going to jail because she was a stay home mom to support his carrier and now she has to support the father. Because the father puts them in day care full time She can't afford to pay the excessive daycare bills and the child custody payments. but what is worse the kids are with their abusive father and my daughter has no visitation rights at. We had several several people to testify and statements from bishops teachers renters and other people but he didn't use one of them. He is a terrible lawyer don't use him. if you use this guy you will loose big time and he will help the other team win not you.

Justin Caplin

Replied last March 07, 2022

I always strive to provide the legal and personal guidance to my clients that will help them succeed in court and in their post-divorce life with their children. Sometimes people may not like my advice, sometimes they may not take my advice. The facts of every case require a deep and sensitive look at what is best in that situation, especially in cases involving protective orders. In reviewing protective orders and advising a course of action, I look at several factors, including 1) strength of evidence and likelihood of prevailing; 2) what is gained by the protective order; 3) duration of the orders within a protective order (for example, a typical child protective order against a parent remains in place for only 150 days); 4) whether there are alternatives that provide better outcomes or a longer duration of orders; 5) other factors depending on the type of protective order and the situation. I am not permitted to disclose confidential information about a particular case. However, this review is not accurate of results I’ve received during my involvement in any case. If you would like to discuss anything with me, please contact me at 435-674-6800.

Posted by Karen | June 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Compassionate Attorney at Turner Law Firm

Justin Caplin, he’s an amazing attorney. I was very satisfied in the way he handled my case. His kindness, knowledge, and his willingness to fight for me was way beyond my expectations. He went up against one of the most unethical attorneys in St George and came out with excellent results. Just...in followed the law and stuck up for what was right or what he believed to be right. Which is protecting his clients. Justin is full of heart, but tough in his actions . He’s fair. He was always available to answer my questions. He knows what he’s doing and I would highly recommend Justin Caplin for your legal issues at Turner Law Firm.

Posted by Brandon | May 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best family and child protective lawyer I know of!

After previously fighting this out for years with other attorneys; I hired Justin in a divorce case wherein I also needed to protect my children physically from past and potential future abuse. With Justin I was able to hand it over to him and trust that he was handling the case properly and with gre...at care for me and my children. The results were just what I had hoped for. His advise was spot on and his knowledge and experience with the law was exactly what I needed. He is the right man for the job and I could not be happier. After several other attorneys failed to represent my children properly he was a true blessing to us all!

Posted by Lora | September 11, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Service from this Lawyer

I needed help with a problem I was having on my divorce decree. I talked with Justin Caplin about it and hired him to help resolve the issues. I was very happy with his service as an attorney. He was very prompt in responding to questions I had, and I appreciated how he always got right back to me.... He kept me well informed about what was going on with my case. When we went to court, he was very well prepared. He presented the case well before the judge and won the case. I would recommend using Justin as an attorney.

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Justin D Caplin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Chase Van Oostendorp

Family lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel on many cases with Justin over the years. I have never seen him engage in anything close to shady or unethical practices. He is a fierce litigator, and is well versed in the law. His clients are blessed to have his guidance through divorce and custody cases. I endorse Justin without reservation."

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Nicolas Turner

Family lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Justin is a great attorney. He has helped many clients in the St. George area find solutions to complex and emotional legal issues. Justin understands the law and is very capable in the court room. Turner Law is lucky to have him on our team."

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Peter Stack

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Justin is a zealous advocate for his clients both in and out of the courtroom. He is willing to go the extra mile to ensure that his clients' interests are being represented. I endorse this lawyer."

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D. Dickinson

Family lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin Caplin is an experienced family law attorney. He knows how a case should resolve. This helps him be an effective litigator in court. This also makes him a skilled negotiator. He is also kind an compassionate and truly works hard for his clients. I endorse Justin Caplin."

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Ronald Wilkinson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great lawyer - knowledgeable and a great advocate!"

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Zachary Starr

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Justin is a great attorney and a pleasure to work with. He is both knowledgeable in the law and grounded in common sense, which is a great asset for his family law clients."

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Peter Stack

Family lawyer

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Luis Loubet

Estate planning lawyer

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Ronald Wilkinson

Child custody lawyer

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D. Dickinson

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Southern Utah Divorce Law, LLC

2018 - 2021

Attorney, Turner Law

2017 - 2018

Attorney, Fisher & Hunter Law

2013 - 2017

Attorney, Moody Brown Law

2011 - 2013

Law Clerk, Moody Brown Law

Associations

2018 - Present

Southern Utah Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Kiwanis

Member

2013 - Present

Utah Family Defenders Association (formerly the Parental Defense Alliance)

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

Utah State Bar

Attorney Member

2014 - 2017

A. Sherman Christensen American Inn of Court

Associate

2013 - 2017

Central Utah Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

2016 UT App 201, Mota v. Mota

Affirmed by Court of Appeals

2015 UT App 260, Andersen v. Andersen

Dismissal Affirmed by Court of Appeals

TLP v. DDP

Obtained custody for Father; No contempt.

KS v. AML

Obtained Child Protective Order against dangerous father

2014 UT App 206. In the Interest of E.T., et al.

Obtained Custody, Closed DCFS involvment, Affirmed by Utah Court of Appeals

Lehi City v. D.T.

Charges dismissed.

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Education

2012

Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Utah State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2008

Dixie State College

Associates of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

Southern Utah Bar Association Family Law CLE

Family Law Case Law Review

2023

Utah AFCC 2nd Southern Utah Symposium

Family Law 101 for Mental Health Practitioners

Languages

English

Spanish

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