Atty. E. Jay Overson

Atty. E. Jay Overson

About E. Jay Overson Awards Silver Client Champion This award is granted to attorneys who have received at least 3 client reviews, and have an average review score of 4.0 or higher.

Cedar City Cedar City 16 J. Erfahrung 16 year
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About E. Jay Overson at a glance

E. Jay Overson is an Associate based in Cedar City, Utah, practicing at Bishop & Leigh Attorneys at Law. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on divorce and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Utah (2010). Educated at Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., 2010) and Southern Utah University (B.S. Criminal, 2006). Active member of 2010-Present, Southern Utah Bar Association. Serands clients in Cedar City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About E. Jay Overson

Awards

Silver Client Champion This award is granted to attorneys who have received at least 3 client reviews, and have an average review score of 4.0 or higher. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

E. Jay Overson got this award in 2021

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

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AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

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Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

E. Jay Overson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases E. Jay Overson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Cedar City 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 E. Jay Overson

Where is E. Jay Overson's law office located?
E. Jay Overson's law practice is located in Cedar City, Utah. The firm is Bishop & Leigh Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does E. Jay Overson handle?
E. Jay Overson focuses on divorce, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has E. Jay Overson practiced law?
E. Jay Overson has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did E. Jay Overson go to law school?
E. Jay Overson earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S. Criminal, 2006).
How can I contact E. Jay Overson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Michigan State University College of Law
- 2010
B.S. Criminal
Southern Utah University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 2010

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