
Jody K Burnett, Civil Rights Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, General, and Zoning · 4.9/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
PartneratWilliams & Hunt A Professional Corporation
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing civil rights in Salt Lake City since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 8 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jody K Burnett is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Zoning. Jody has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Williams & Hunt A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · General · Zoning
- Handles Civil Rights, General, and Zoning matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jody K Burnett: Jody K Burnett is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Zoning. Jody has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Williams & Hunt A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jody takes on
Jody concentrates on civil rights, general, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jody handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Zoning
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Civil Rights cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Jody takes civil rights 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 Jody agrees to represent you.
General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Jody 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 Jody agrees to represent you.
Zoning cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Jody takes zoning 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 Jody agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jody K Burnett — civil rights lawyer in Salt Lake City
Jody K Burnett is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Zoning. Jody has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Williams & Hunt A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
Mr. Jody K Burnett is a lawyer practicing governmental liability, land use planning and zoning, civil rights and 2 other areas of law. Jody received a B.S. degree from Utah State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. Jody practices at Williams & Hunt A Professional Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT.
How Jody handles civil rights matters
Mr. Jody K Burnett is a lawyer practicing governmental liability, land use planning and zoning, civil rights and 2 other areas of law. Jody received a B.S. degree from Utah State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. Jody practices at Williams & Hunt A Professional Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT.
The kind of cases Jody takes
Jody reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, general, and zoning matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Cornell University
J.D. · 1977
Utah State University
B.S. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Jody's state bar admissions
Utah
1977 · ACTIVE
Jody studied at J.D. in Cornell University and B.S. in Utah State University.
Law school and academic background
Jody completed J.D. in Cornell University and B.S. in Utah State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jody runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jody has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Jody's professional memberships and bar associations
Salt Lake County (President, 1995-1996) and American Bar Associations Utah State Bar
membership
Locations
Jody K Burnett's office in Salt Lake City
Jody's primary office is at 257 East 200 South, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, UT, 84145-5678. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Williams & Hunt A Professional Corporation
257 East 200 South, Suite 500
Salt Lake City, UT 84145-5678
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Client reviews of Jody K Burnett — 4.9/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Jody. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in Salt Lake City.
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How to hire Jody K Burnett — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jody usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jody charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jody'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; Jody will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Jody
Jody discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Jody confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jody's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jody K Burnett
How much does it cost to hire Jody for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jody walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jody offer a free consultation?
Jody charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jody's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Jody's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Utah typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Jody gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jody take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Jody 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 — Jody 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 Jody?
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. Jody will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jody accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Jody'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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