Voted by his colleagues to the Super Lawyer list in Utah, Christopher J. Salcido is one of the best Utah Divorce Attorneys and Utah Criminal Defense Lawyers in practice. Chris has a reputation of out of the box thinking and brings a vast experience to the table in divorce and family law matters such as custody disputes, alimony issues, child support, paternity, and more. Chris is also well known for his methods of aggressive criminal defense. In criminal defense matters, Chris represents people all over the state of Utah facing such charges as DUI, drug possession, assault, theft, felonies, etc. Many clients are referred to Chris when they are facing multiple issues overlapping the family law and criminal areas. For instance, Chris is especially known for helping those facing a divorce, protective order, and domestic violence allegation. He works to get all pending legal matters resolved and is equally committed to his clients matters whether they are the accused or the accuser. Over the years, Chris has helped many families in Utah facing divorce and family law matters. He understands a divorce will be one of the most trying times in a person’s life and is committed to seeing his clients through the process with compassion. Chris’s reputation in this area includes being an effective advocate in mediation. Most his divorce and family cases settle out of court to his client’s benefit, saving them time and money in the process. Where necessary, Chris can take you divorce the distance to trial, he is a skilled litigator. It is important to Chris that all people charged with crimes are protected from constitutional violations and state over reach. To this end, Chris’s reputation as a Super Lawyer in criminal defense is known. He doesn’t lack confidence in his ability to fight in court, to ensure the defendants he represents get their best possible outcomes.
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- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
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- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
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- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
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- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
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- SLF was established with the intent to provide legal services to protect individuals and families and their businesses. Whether it is ensuring that you are made whole after a life changing accident, defending your rights against the strong arm of the state, or adding value to the business you have built, we will protect you.
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- Top rate attorney in Utah. Super Lawyers list in Utah.
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- Decorated Veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan.
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Salcido Law Firm - Utah Criminal Defense Attorney | Salt Lake Divorce Lawyer
- Q. was charged with possession 58-37-8(2)(D) and use or possession 58-37A-5(1) both misdemeanors. in SLC,UT what to expect?
- A: To give you a good idea on what to expect we would need to know more about the circumstances involved and your criminal history if any. If this is a first offense for marijuana possession, and assuming you are hiring counsel, you might be able to get this resolved in a better way than you may initially think. Speak with a criminal defense attorney as soon as you can. Most of us offer free consultations over the phone.
- Q. I ended up getting him drugs thinking that he was an old associate of mine but he was really an undercover cop that got
- A: Sorry you didn't provide enough information to give a meaningful review of your case. I would suggest calling speaking with a criminal defense attorney.
- Q. How do I prove my husband's innocence with a gun charge? His brother and I are an eye witnesses to his innocence.
- A: To answer your question properly would require a more detailed conversation then what can probably be responded to here. You should speak with a criminal defense lawyer asap.
