Atty. M. Joy Douglas

Atty. M. Joy Douglas

M. Joy Douglas is a lawyer practicing family practice.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (801) 323-5000 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About M. Joy Douglas at a glance

M. Joy Douglas is a family law attorney based in Salt Lake City, Utah. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Utah (1989) and U.S. District Court, District of Utah (1989). Educated at University of Utah (J.D., 1988) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.F.A., 1977). Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • M. Joy Douglas is a lawyer practicing family practice
  • M. Joy received a B.F.A. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1977, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • M. Joy practices in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

M. Joy Douglas's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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

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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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Common questions about M. Joy Douglas

Where is M. Joy Douglas's law office located?
M. Joy Douglas's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Joy Douglas handle?
M. Joy Douglas focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has M. Joy Douglas practiced law?
M. Joy Douglas has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did M. Joy Douglas go to law school?
M. Joy Douglas earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.F.A., 1977).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Utah
- 1988
B.F.A.
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Utah
Admitted: 1989

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