Atty. Rick J. Sutherland
Rick J. Sutherland is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.
Employment Law Management & More Attorney · Serving Salt Lake City, UT
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About Rick J. Sutherland at a Glance
Rick J. Sutherland is a employment and litigation attorney based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Educated at University of Utah (J.D., 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rick J. Sutherland
- Rick J. Sutherland is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Rick J., who practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah, has been recognized since 2021
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rick J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Rick J. Sutherland's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rick J. Sutherland handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Salt Lake City.
Employment Law in Salt Lake City
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Rick J. Sutherland is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Utah →
Civil Litigation in Salt Lake City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Rick J. Sutherland is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Utah →
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 Rick J. Sutherland
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 Rick J. Sutherland's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Rick J. Sutherland 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 Rick J. Sutherland 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 Rick J. Sutherland Handles in Salt Lake City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Rick J. Sutherland has experience with under Utah law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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