Atty. Stephen Mayfield
Stephen J. Mayfield is an attorney at York Howell, practicing in the areas of corporate law, asset protection, estate planning, federal tax law, charitable giving and trust and probate administration.
Corporate Law And Governance & More Attorney · Serving South Jordan, UT · 22+ Years Experience
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About Stephen Mayfield at a Glance
Stephen Mayfield is a Partner based in South Jordan, Utah, practicing at York Howell. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in Utah (2004), Nevada (2006), and Wyoming (2020). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D. Denver, 2004) and University of Utah B.A. Japanese (—). Active member of State Bar of Nevada Utah State Bar. Serves clients in South Jordan, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen Mayfield
- Stephen J. Mayfield is an attorney at York Howell, practicing in the areas of corporate law, asset protection, estate planning, federal tax law, charitable giving and trust and probate administration
- Stephen advises businesses and individuals on various tax issues within the context of corporate transactions, emerging entities, and estate plans
- He assists entrepreneurs form limited liability companies and corporations, and he advises medical professionals with practice administration, compliance and restructuring
- Stephen represents clients regarding mergers and acquisitions, leases, non-disclosure agreements, non-compete agreements, and purchase agreements
- He also assists companies and individuals with succession planning and preparation of buy-sell agreements
- Stephen has also successfully represented clients before the Internal Revenue Service
- Stephen is licensed in Utah and in Nevada where he practiced for a prominent Las Vegas law firm for five years before returning to Utah in 2013
- He continues to represent Nevada clients and others who seek to utilize Nevada’s favorable asset protection laws and devices
- Stephen currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Food and Care Coalition located in Provo, Utah
- Stephen is a graduate of the University of Utah and the Chicago-Kent College of Law (Illinois Institute of Technology)
- He earned his LLM in Taxation from Denver University
- Stephen lives in American Fork, Utah with his wife and three children where his son Neil is currently a member of the nationally recognized American Fork High School Marching Band
- Stephen speaks Japanese having lived in Japan for three years, including one year studying on scholarship at the University of Shinshu in Nanago, Japan
- He is also an avid cyclist and skier
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen Mayfield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Mayfield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in South Jordan.
Trusts in South Jordan
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Probate in South Jordan
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Business & Corporate Law in South Jordan
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in South Jordan
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Power of Attorney in South Jordan
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in South Jordan
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 South Jordan 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.
South Jordan Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a South Jordan-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 South Jordan Choose Stephen Mayfield
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 Stephen Mayfield's practice in the field of trusts, probate, business, tax, and poa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Mayfield brings 22+ 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, Nevada, and Wyoming, Stephen Mayfield can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and business, Stephen Mayfield can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in South Jordan
A South Jordan-based practice means Stephen Mayfield 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 Stephen Mayfield Handles in South Jordan
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Stephen Mayfield directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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