Atty. Kenneth M. Bitner
Ken has been with Terry Jessop & Bitner (formerly Corbridge Baird & Christensen) since 2001 and is currently a partner in the firm. He was born in Santa Barbara, California, but was raised in the Cottonwood Heights area of Utah.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Salt Lake City, UT · 28+ Years Experience
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About Kenneth M. Bitner at a Glance
Kenneth M. Bitner is a Shareholder based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Terry Jessop & Bitner. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Utah (1998) and U.S. District Court, District of Utah (2001). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D., 1998) and Brigham Young University (B.S. Accountancy, 1994). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Utah State Bar. Serves clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Kenneth M. Bitner
- Ken has been with Terry Jessop & Bitner (formerly Corbridge Baird & Christensen) since 2001 and is currently a partner in the firm
- He was born in Santa Barbara, California, but was raised in the Cottonwood Heights area of Utah
- Ken graduated from Brigham Young University with both Bachelor and Master degrees in Accounting in 1994
- He returned to BYU and graduated from the J. Reuben Clark Law School in 1998
- During his time at BYU Ken focused on estate planning and tax issues
- Ken is licensed to practice in the state and federal courts of Utah
- Prior to joining the firm, Ken worked as an associate in a small law firm specializing in estate planning and asset protection
- Ken's legal practice focuses primarily on estate planning, probate litigation and business formation
- He enjoys meeting people and answering their questions about wills and trusts with the hope that each person leaves more informed than when they arrived
- Ken also represents a number of small businesses and advises them with respect to forming their business, reducing their liability risk and structuring their transactions
- Ken is married with two children and loves hiking, reading and playing volleyball and wallyball (volleyball in a racquetball court)
Practice Areas Explained
Kenneth M. Bitner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth M. Bitner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Salt Lake City.
Trusts in Salt Lake City
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Probate in Salt Lake City
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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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Business & Corporate Law in Salt Lake City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Kenneth M. Bitner is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Utah →
Civil Litigation in Salt Lake City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Kenneth M. Bitner
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 Kenneth M. Bitner's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Kenneth M. Bitner brings 28+ 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 and U.S. District Court, District of Utah, Kenneth M. Bitner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Kenneth M. Bitner 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 Kenneth M. Bitner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Kenneth M. Bitner Handles in Salt Lake City
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