
Amy Hayes Kennedy, Divorce Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law · 4.5/5 rating from 17 verified client reviews
PartneratDart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing divorce in Salt Lake City since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 17 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Amy Hayes Kennedy is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Amy has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Divorce · Estate Planning · Family Law
- Handles Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Amy Hayes Kennedy: Amy Hayes Kennedy is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Amy has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Amy takes on
Amy concentrates on divorce, estate planning, family law, and prenup. Each area below outlines the kind of case Amy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Divorce
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Estate Planning
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Family Law
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Prenup
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Divorce cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Amy takes divorce matters in Salt Lake City, Utah. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Amy takes estate planning matters in Salt Lake City, Utah. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Amy takes family law matters in Salt Lake City, Utah. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Prenup cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Amy takes prenup matters in Salt Lake City, Utah. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Amy Hayes Kennedy — divorce lawyer in Salt Lake City
Amy Hayes Kennedy is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Amy has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.
Ms. Amy Hayes Kennedy is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, estate planning, marriage & prenuptials and 1 other area of law. Amy received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years. Amy practices at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT.
Amy's approach to divorce cases
Ms. Amy Hayes Kennedy is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, estate planning, marriage & prenuptials and 1 other area of law. Amy received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years. Amy practices at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT.
Clients Amy works with
Amy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for divorce, estate planning, and family law matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Utah
J.D. · 1997
San Jose State University
B.A. Political · 1993
Jurisdictions
Amy's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
Utah
1997 · ACTIVE
Amy studied at J.D. in University of Utah and B.A. Political in San Jose State University.
Law school and academic background
Amy completed J.D. in University of Utah and B.A. Political in San Jose State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Amy runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Amy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Amy's professional memberships and bar associations
Salt Lake County Bar Association Utah State Bar (Member: Family Law Section, Women Lawyers of Utah) Collaborative Family Lawyers of Utah
membership
Locations
Amy Hayes Kennedy's office in Salt Lake City
Amy's primary office is at 257 E 200 S, Suite 1050, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC
257 E 200 S, Suite 1050
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
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Client reviews of Amy Hayes Kennedy — 4.5/5 rating from 17 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Amy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing divorce attorneys in Salt Lake City.
4.5
17 client reviews
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How to hire Amy Hayes Kennedy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new divorce attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Amy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Amy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Amy's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Amy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a divorce attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many divorce matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Amy
Amy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in divorce practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every divorce matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Amy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Amy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many divorce practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Amy Hayes Kennedy
How much does it cost to hire Amy for a divorce case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Amy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Amy offer a free consultation?
Amy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Amy's office. Some divorce attorneys offer free consults — check Amy's current terms during booking.
How long do divorce cases in Utah typically take?
Simple divorce matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Amy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Amy take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Amy is licensed in Utah. Matters governed by Utah law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Amy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Amy?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Amy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Amy accepting new divorce clients right now?
Amy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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