Atty. James E Ellsworth

Atty. James E Ellsworth

Mr. James E Ellsworth is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, general practice, construction litigation and 6 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (801) 323-5000

Profile Summary

About James E Ellsworth at a glance

James E Ellsworth is a Shareholder based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Kirton Mcconkie. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, construction, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Utah (1989), Utah Supreme Court Salt Lake County Bar (1989), United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit (1989), and United States District Court for the District of Utah (1989). Educated at Brigham Young University B.A. International Relations Brigham Young University B.A. 1986 In-depth study of Finland and the Finnish language while pursuing Bachelor of Arts Degree in Internati (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James E Ellsworth is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, general practice, construction litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices at Kirton McConkie in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

James E Ellsworth's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

James E Ellsworth is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Utah →

Construction Law

James E Ellsworth is one of 36,357 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Utah →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Salt Lake 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 venue, 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 James E Ellsworth

Where is James E Ellsworth's law office located?
James E Ellsworth's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is Kirton Mcconkie. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Ellsworth handle?
James E Ellsworth focuses on real estate, zoning, construction, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has James E Ellsworth practiced law?
James E Ellsworth has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James E Ellsworth go to law school?
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How can I contact James E Ellsworth for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James E Ellsworth received?
James E Ellsworth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Brigham Young University B.A. International Relations Brigham Young University B.A. 1986 In-depth study of Finland and the Finnish language while pursuing Bachelor of Arts Degree in Internati
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1989
Utah Supreme Court Salt Lake County Bar
Admitted: 1989
United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
United States District Court for the District of Utah
Admitted: 1989
All Utah State Courts
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1990
United States Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1990
United States District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1990
All District of Columbia Courts
Admitted: 1990

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