Atty. James H Faust
Mr. James H Faust is a lawyer practicing general law, family law, probate and 2 other areas of law.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Salt Lake City, UT · 53+ Years Experience
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About James H Faust at a Glance
James H Faust is a Member based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at James H. Faust, PC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Utah (1973). Educated at University of Utah Class of 1973 (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James H Faust
- Mr. James H Faust is a lawyer practicing general law, family law, probate and 2 other areas of law
- James received a degree from University of Utah in 1973, and has been licensed for 53 years
- James practices at James H. Faust, PC in Salt Lake City, UT
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James H Faust's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James H Faust handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Salt Lake City.
Probate in Salt Lake City
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Family Law in Salt Lake City
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Salt Lake City
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Salt Lake City
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.
Salt Lake City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Salt Lake City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Salt Lake City Choose James H Faust
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James H Faust's practice in the field of probate, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James H Faust brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, family law, and estate planning, James H Faust can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Salt Lake City
A Salt Lake City-based practice means James H Faust attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James H Faust Handles in Salt Lake City
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