Atty. John D Russell

Atty. John D Russell

Mr. John D Russell is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal law, personal injury law and 7 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 58 yrs experience 58 year
Call (801) 323-5000 Book Appointment

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About John D Russell at a glance

John D Russell is a wills, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Salt Lake City, Utah. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Texas (1968) and Utah (1969). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1968) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1965). Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John D Russell is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal law, personal injury law and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • John practices in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

John D Russell's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John D Russell is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Utah →

Probate

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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.

John D Russell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Utah →

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.

John D Russell is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Utah →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

John D Russell is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 John D Russell

Where is John D Russell's law office located?
John D Russell's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D Russell handle?
John D Russell focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has John D Russell practiced law?
John D Russell has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did John D Russell go to law school?
John D Russell earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact John D Russell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1968
B.A.
Grinnell College
- 1965

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1968
Utah
Admitted: 1969

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