Atty. Brian D Shelley

Atty. Brian D Shelley

Brian Shelley is a co-founding partner of Swenson & Shelley. As a child, Brian felt a strong connection to the underdog.

St. George St. George 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About Brian D Shelley at a glance

Brian D Shelley is a Member based in St. George, Utah, practicing at Swenson & Shelley Law. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (2011) and Utah (2012). Educated at Pepperdine University School of Law J.D. cum laude (—) and Brigham Young University Bachelor's Business, Finance (—). Serands clients in St. George, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian Shelley is a co-founding partner of Swenson & Shelley
  • As a child, Brian felt a strong connection to the underdog
  • During his short-lived career of playing football, some of Brian's teammates determined they would hit the most undersized, least athletic opponent to "send a message.” As the plot unfolded, Brian performed a surgical-like leg sweep of his own teammate in order to keep the unsuspecting rival out of harm's way
  • After receiving both physical and verbal repercussions from his team, Brian decided to stick with his life-long passion...soccer
  • Helping injured individuals recover lawful benefits from insurance companies gives Brian the satisfaction of representing the underdog daily
  • He enjoys balancing the playing field by holding insurance companies responsible to pay claims fairly
  • Brian completed his undergraduate degree in Business, Finance at Brigham Young University
  • He then pursued a law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law, graduating cum laude
  • He is licensed to practice law in Utah and California
  • Brian has a wife and four young children
  • When not working, Brian can be found coaching three soccer teams, rock climbing, cooking, and traveling
  • Brian loves Lake Powell and the beaches of Southern California and Hawaii
  • Having lived on three continents and having visited over 25 countries, Brian deeply values the opportunity to see new places, experience new cultures, and meet the wonderful people that can be found in all places

Practice Areas Explained

Brian D Shelley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian D Shelley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

Practicing law in Utah. Legal matters in Utah are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. George are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Utah state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Utah brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Utah courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian D Shelley

Where is Brian D Shelley's law office located?
Brian D Shelley's law practice is located in St. George, Utah. The firm is Swenson & Shelley Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian D Shelley handle?
Brian D Shelley focuses on business, m&a, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Brian D Shelley practiced law?
Brian D Shelley has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Brian D Shelley go to law school?
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Education

Pepperdine University School of Law J.D. cum laude
- In Progress
Brigham Young University Bachelor's Business, Finance
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2011
Utah
Admitted: 2012

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