Atty. James Esparza

Atty. James Esparza

James Esparza is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, personal injury litigation, real property litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a M.M. degree from Northwestern University in 1987, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About James Esparza at a glance

James Esparza is a Member based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at James Esparza Law Firm. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Utah (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Utah (1986), U .S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1988), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at Northwestern University (M.M. University, 1987) and University of Utah (J.D., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Utah State Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Esparza is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, personal injury litigation, real property litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a M.M. degree from Northwestern University in 1987, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at James Esparza Law Firm in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

James Esparza's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Esparza is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Utah →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Esparza is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Utah →

Real Estate Law

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

James Esparza is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Utah →

Civil Litigation

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

James Esparza is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Utah →

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 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 James Esparza

Where is James Esparza's law office located?
James Esparza's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is James Esparza Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Esparza handle?
James Esparza focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has James Esparza practiced law?
James Esparza has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Esparza go to law school?
James Esparza earned their education at (M.M. University, 1987); (J.D., 1985).
How can I contact James Esparza for a consultation?
You can contact James Esparza directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Esparza received?
James Esparza's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

M.M. University
Northwestern University
- 1987
J.D.
University of Utah
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Utah
Admitted: 1986
U .S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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