Atty. Scott D Cheney

Atty. Scott D Cheney

Mr. Scott D Cheney is a lawyer practicing business transactions, corporate finance, corporate law and 4 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Business Transactions & More Attorney · Serving Salt Lake City, UT · 34+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Scott D Cheney at a Glance

Scott D Cheney is an Utah Atty. General's Off. Litigation/Civil based in Salt Lake City, Utah. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on employment, business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Utah U.S. District Court, District of Utah U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1992). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1992) and Utah State University (B.A., 1986). Serves clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Scott D Cheney

  • Mr. Scott D Cheney is a lawyer practicing business transactions, corporate finance, corporate law and 4 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Utah State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Scott practices in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

Scott D Cheney's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott D Cheney 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.

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Business & Corporate Law in Salt Lake City

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions in Salt Lake City

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Securities Law in Salt Lake City

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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 Scott D Cheney

Where is Scott D Cheney's law office located?
Scott D Cheney's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott D Cheney handle?
Scott D Cheney focuses on employment, business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Scott D Cheney practiced law?
Scott D Cheney has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Scott D Cheney go to law school?
Scott D Cheney earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Scott D Cheney for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Salt Lake City Choose Scott D Cheney

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 Scott D Cheney's practice in the field of employment, business, m&a, and securities.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Scott D Cheney brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering employment, business, and m&a, Scott D Cheney 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 Scott D Cheney 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 Scott D Cheney Handles in Salt Lake City

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Scott D Cheney 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.

Wrongful termination claims
Employment
Workplace discrimination
Employment
Wage and hour disputes
Employment
Non-compete agreement review
Employment
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Scott D Cheney directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1992
B.A.
Utah State University
- 1986

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Utah U.S. District Court, District of Utah U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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