Atty. John E Hansen
Mr. John E Hansen is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, wrongful death, products liability and 2 other areas of law.
Personal Injury Law & More Attorney · Serving Salt Lake City, UT · 41+ Years Experience
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About John E Hansen at a Glance
John E Hansen is a Partner based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Scalley Reading Bates Hansen & Rasmussen, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Utah (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Utah (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1987), and Wyoming (1991). Educated at University of Utah College of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Utah (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Federal Bar Association (Past-President, Utah Chapter Former Vice President, Tenth Circuit) American Bar Association Utah State Bar Wyoming State Bar American Association for Justice Utah Association for Justice. Serves clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John E Hansen
- Mr. John E Hansen is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, wrongful death, products liability and 2 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- John practices at Scalley Reading Bates Hansen & Rasmussen, P.C. in Salt Lake City, UT
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John E Hansen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E Hansen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Salt Lake City.
Car Accidents in Salt Lake City
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
John E Hansen is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Utah →
Wrongful Death in Salt Lake City
John E Hansen is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Utah →
Personal Injury in Salt Lake City
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 E Hansen is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Utah →
Product Liability in Salt Lake City
John E Hansen is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Utah →
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 John E Hansen
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 John E Hansen's practice in the field of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John E Hansen brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Utah, U.S. District Court, District of Utah, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, John E Hansen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, John E Hansen 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 John E Hansen 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 John E Hansen Handles in Salt Lake City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John E Hansen has experience with under Utah law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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