Atty. Richard A Van Wagoner

Atty. Richard A Van Wagoner

Mr. Richard A Van Wagoner is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, government defense, securities and 2 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Richard A Van Wagoner is a Partner based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Spencer Fane. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on formation, business, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Utah Federal District Court Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals (1985). Educated at University of Utah (J.D., 1985) and Weber State College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Civic Involvement •Utah Bar Association - Constitutional Law Section •American Bar Association •Salt Lake County Bar Association •National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers •Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Richard A Van Wagoner is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, government defense, securities and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Weber State College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Richard practices at Spencer Fane in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

Richard A Van Wagoner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard A Van Wagoner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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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Where is Richard A Van Wagoner's law office located?
Richard A Van Wagoner's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is Spencer Fane. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard A Van Wagoner handle?
Richard A Van Wagoner focuses on formation, business, white collar, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Richard A Van Wagoner practiced law?
Richard A Van Wagoner has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Richard A Van Wagoner go to law school?
Richard A Van Wagoner earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
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What awards or recognition has Richard A Van Wagoner received?
Richard A Van Wagoner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Utah
- 1985
B.A.
Weber State College
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Utah Federal District Court Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1985

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