Atty. Richard L Petersen

Atty. Richard L Petersen

Mr. Richard L Petersen is a lawyer practicing real estate, trust administration, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Provo Provo 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (385) 472-1007 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Richard L Petersen at a glance

Richard L Petersen is a formation, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Provo, Utah. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Utah (2003). Educated at Creighton University School of Law (J.D. University, 2002) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1999). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional Affiliations Member, Utah State Bar Member, Central Utah Bar Association Member, Utah Valley Estate Planning Council Member, Utah Valley Estate Planning Roundtable. Serands clients in Provo, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Richard L Petersen is a lawyer practicing real estate, trust administration, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1999, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Richard practices in Provo, UT

Practice Areas Explained

Richard L Petersen's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Richard L Petersen is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Utah →

Trusts

Richard L Petersen is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Utah →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Richard L Petersen is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Utah →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Richard L Petersen is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Utah →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Provo 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard L Petersen

Where is Richard L Petersen's law office located?
Richard L Petersen's law practice is located in Provo, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard L Petersen handle?
Richard L Petersen focuses on formation, trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Richard L Petersen practiced law?
Richard L Petersen has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Richard L Petersen go to law school?
Richard L Petersen earned their education at (J.D. University, 2002); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact Richard L Petersen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard L Petersen received?
Richard L Petersen's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. University
Creighton University School of Law
- 2002
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 1999

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 2003

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