Atty. James E Karkut

Atty. James E Karkut

Mr. James E Karkut is a lawyer practicing water law, natural resource law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (801) 323-5000

Profile Summary

About James E Karkut at a glance

James E Karkut is an Atty. Advsr., Reg. Solr., Dept. of Interior based in Salt Lake City, Utah. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on environmental. Admitted to practice in Utah (1988). Educated at University of Utah (J.D., 1988) and St. Lawrence University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James E Karkut is a lawyer practicing water law, natural resource law
  • James received a B.A. degree from St. Lawrence University in 1973, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

James E Karkut's Areas of Practice

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

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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Where is James E Karkut's law office located?
James E Karkut's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Karkut handle?
James E Karkut focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has James E Karkut practiced law?
James E Karkut has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James E Karkut go to law school?
James E Karkut earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1973).
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What awards or recognition has James E Karkut received?
James E Karkut's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Utah
- 1988
B.A.
St. Lawrence University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1988

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