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Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins, General Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

Over 19 years of legal practice

Smith Hartvigsen PLLC

Salt Lake City, UT

Practicing general in Salt Lake City since 2007.

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Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UTAH. The practice focuses on General. Jeffry has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Hartvigsen PLLC.

Based in
Salt Lake City, UTAH
Experience
over 19 years
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General
  • Handles General matters from Salt Lake City, UTAH.
  • Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Water Law (2026).

About Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins: Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UTAH. The practice focuses on General. Jeffry has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Hartvigsen PLLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jeffry takes on

Jeffry concentrates on general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffry handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Jeffry takes general 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 Jeffry agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins — general lawyer in Salt Lake City

Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UTAH. The practice focuses on General. Jeffry has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Hartvigsen PLLC.

Jeffry R. Gittins is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Water Law.

Jeffry R., who practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jeffry R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Working with Jeffry on a general matter

Jeffry R. Gittins is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Water Law. Jeffry R., who practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jeffry R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Clients Jeffry works with

Jeffry reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Brigham Young University

    JD · 2007

  • Utah State University

    — · 2004

Jurisdictions

Jeffry's state bar admissions

  • Utah

    2007 · ACTIVE

Jeffry studied at JD in Brigham Young University and — in Utah State University.

Law school and academic background

Jeffry completed JD in Brigham Young University and — in Utah State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffry runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Jeffry has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Water Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Water Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

Locations

Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins's office in Salt Lake City

Jeffry's primary office is at 257 East 200 South, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Smith Hartvigsen PLLC

257 East 200 South, Suite 500

Salt Lake City, Utah 84111

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffry usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jeffry charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffry'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; Jeffry will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Jeffry

Jeffry discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Jeffry confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jeffry's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jeffry R. "Jeff" Gittins

  • How much does it cost to hire Jeffry for a general case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffry walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jeffry offer a free consultation?

    Jeffry charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffry's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffry's current terms during booking.

  • How long do general cases in Utah typically take?

    Simple general 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. Jeffry gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jeffry take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?

    Jeffry 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 — Jeffry 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 Jeffry?

    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. Jeffry will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jeffry accepting new general clients right now?

    Jeffry's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

General attorneys serving Salt Lake City, Provo and Sandy in Utah

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