John E Hansen

John E Hansen, Car Accidents Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury · 4.7/5 rating from 29 verified client reviews

Practicing car accidents in Salt Lake City since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
4.7 ★
29 client reviews
5
Bar admissions

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John E Hansen is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. John has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scalley Reading Bates Hansen & Rasmussen, P.C.. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 29 client reviews.

Based in
Salt Lake City, UT
Experience
over 41 years
Known for
Car Accidents · General · Personal Injury
  • Handles Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About John E Hansen: John E Hansen is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. John has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scalley Reading Bates Hansen & Rasmussen, P.C.. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 29 client reviews.

Areas of practice

John's practice areas in Salt Lake City

John concentrates on car accidents, general, personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Car Accidents cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

John takes car accidents 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 John agrees to represent you.

General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

John 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 John agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

John takes personal injury 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 John agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

John takes product liability 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 John agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

John takes wrongful death 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 John agrees to represent you.

Biography

John E Hansen, car accidents attorney serving Salt Lake City

John E Hansen is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. John has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scalley Reading Bates Hansen & Rasmussen, P.C.. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 29 client reviews. John works from Salt Lake City, Utah and takes on car accidents matters across the region.

Mr. John E Hansen is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, wrongful death, products liability and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. John practices at Scalley Reading Bates Hansen & Rasmussen, P.C. in Salt Lake City, UT.

John's approach to car accidents cases

Mr. John E Hansen is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, wrongful death, products liability and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. John practices at Scalley Reading Bates Hansen & Rasmussen, P.C. in Salt Lake City, UT.

Clients John works with

John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, general, and personal injury matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.

Credentials

Credentials — where John studied and practices

  • University of Utah College of Law

    J.D. · 1985

  • University of Utah

    B.A. · 1982

Jurisdictions

John's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    2000 · ACTIVE

  • Wyoming

    1991 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1987 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • Utah

    1985 · ACTIVE

John studied at J.D. in University of Utah College of Law and B.A. in University of Utah.

Law school and academic background

John completed J.D. in University of Utah College of Law and B.A. in University of Utah. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

John's legal honors and published work

John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

John's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Federal Bar Association (Past-President, Utah Chapter Former Vice President, Tenth Circuit) American Bar Association Utah State Bar Wyoming State Bar American Association for Justice Utah Association for Justice

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Locations

John E Hansen's office in Salt Lake City

John's primary office is at 15 West South Temple, Suite 600, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Scalley Reading Bates Hansen & Rasmussen, P.C.

15 West South Temple, Suite 600

Salt Lake City, UT 84101

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Client feedback

Client reviews of John E Hansen — 4.7/5 rating from 29 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of John. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Salt Lake City.

4.7

29 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire John E Hansen — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 John

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every car accidents 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about John E Hansen

  • How much does it cost to hire John for a car accidents case?

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

  • Does John offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do car accidents cases in Utah typically take?

    Simple car accidents 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    John 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 — John 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 John?

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

  • Is John accepting new car accidents clients right now?

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

Areas served

Car Accidents attorneys serving Salt Lake City, Provo and Sandy in Utah

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