Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Litigation is not limited to the courtroom. It often begins there, but does not always end there. Litigation frequently occurs in the context of other disputes or controversies that do not necessarily involve a judge or jury. These are called “disputes.”

Many disputes are resolved without litigation, and these can be resolved by mediation or negotiation, which is simply a form of negotiation between two parties instead of three or more.

Trial also frequently occurs in the context of other trials. Multiple trials may occur as a case goes through successive stages of trial procedure, such as appeal hearings and rehearings. A criminal case may also include pre-trial proceedings, such as investigation, arrest, indictment, bail determination and plea bargain negotiations.

If you are involved in a civil dispute with someone else about money or property and you need legal assistance to protect your rights, it will be helpful for you to learn about the different ways in which our firm can help you resolve that dispute. Our firm handles all types of litigation and provides counsel in all phases of civil litigation.

It’s common to see litigiousness as a negative character trait. The litigious person, we say, is touchy and can’t stand to lose, whereas the reasonable person knows to walk away sometimes. But litigation and dispute resolution are some of the most important things we do.

If you’re an entrepreneur, you’ll probably get sued at some point. If you’re involved in a business partnership, there will be disputes. If you live with other people (or even if you don’t), there will be conflicts that need to get resolved. And sometimes these disputes will have no easy answer. Wouldn’t it be nice if you didn’t have to go to court? We have 20+ years experience in Litigation & Dispute Resolution. As one of the most trusted and respected attorneys in the state, Ascent Law has been named as the Best in Salt Lake City by the Salt Lake Tribune in Business Law in 2021. Direct communication and responsiveness, not canned calls or preset email messages. Contact us today to get started on your case. Lack of foreknowledge can devastate your life and your case. No one in their right mind wants to go through litigation, but some cases simply cannot be avoided. The best way you can protect yourself is to hire a attorney with a reputation built on results. Ascent Law is recognized as Best Lawyers’ 20201 in Salt Lake City Utah.

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Michael Anderson

People who want a lot of Bull go to a Butcher. People who want results navigating a complex legal field go to a Lawyer that they can trust. That’s where I come in. I am Michael Anderson, an Attorney in the Salt Lake area focusing on the needs of the Average Joe wanting a better life for him and his family. I’m the Lawyer you can trust. I grew up in Utah and love it here. I am a Father to three, a Husband to one, and an Entrepreneur. I understand the feelings of joy each of those roles bring, and I understand the feeling of disappointment, fear, and regret when things go wrong. I attended the University of Utah where I received a B.A. degree in 2010 and a J.D. in 2014. I have focused my practice in Wills, Trusts, Real Estate, and Business Law. I love the thrill of helping clients secure their future, leaving a real legacy to their children. Unfortunately when problems arise with families. I also practice Family Law, with a focus on keeping relationships between the soon to be Ex’s civil for the benefit of their children and allowing both to walk away quickly with their heads held high. Before you worry too much about losing everything that you have worked for, before you permit yourself to be bullied by your soon to be ex, before you shed one more tear in silence, call me. I’m the Lawyer you can trust.

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