Atty. Michael J Malmquist

Atty. Michael J Malmquist

Mr. Michael J Malmquist is a lawyer practicing appeals, environmental & natural resources, energy & utilities and 4 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Salt Lake City, UT · 38+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Michael J Malmquist at a Glance

Michael J Malmquist is a Shareholder based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Parsons Behle & Latimer. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on environmental, appellate, and energy. Admitted to practice in Utah (1988) and U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1990). Educated at Gustavus Adolphus College (B.A. Environmental, 1977) and University of Utah, College of Law J.D. 1988 Order of the Coif University of Utah, College of Law J.D. University of Utah Law Review University of Utah, College of Law J.D. Co-Chair of Natura (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Michael J Malmquist

  • Mr. Michael J Malmquist is a lawyer practicing appeals, environmental & natural resources, energy & utilities and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1977, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices at Parsons Behle & Latimer in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J Malmquist's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J Malmquist handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Salt Lake City.

Environmental Law in Salt Lake City

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Appellate Practice in Salt Lake City

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Energy & Utilities Law in Salt Lake City

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Michael J Malmquist

Where is Michael J Malmquist's law office located?
Michael J Malmquist's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is Parsons Behle & Latimer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J Malmquist handle?
Michael J Malmquist focuses on environmental, appellate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Michael J Malmquist practiced law?
Michael J Malmquist has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael J Malmquist go to law school?
Michael J Malmquist earned their education at (B.A. Environmental, 1977); (—).
How can I contact Michael J Malmquist for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael J Malmquist received?
Michael J Malmquist's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Salt Lake City Choose Michael J Malmquist

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 Michael J Malmquist's practice in the field of environmental, appellate, and energy.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Michael J Malmquist brings 38+ 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. Court of Federal Claims, Michael J Malmquist can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering environmental, appellate, and energy, Michael J Malmquist 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 Michael J Malmquist 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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Education & Law School Background

B.A. Environmental
Gustavus Adolphus College
- 1977
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University of Utah, College of Law J.D. 1988 Order of the Coif University of Utah, College of Law J.D. University of Utah Law Review University of Utah, College of Law J.D. Co-Chair of Natura
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Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Utah
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1990

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