Ronald Stoddard Poelman, Business Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation · 4.8/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
AttorneyatBallard Spahr LLP
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing business in Salt Lake City since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ronald Stoddard Poelman is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation. Ronald has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment Contracts · Formation
- Handles Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ronald Stoddard Poelman: Ronald Stoddard Poelman is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation. Ronald has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Ronald's practice areas in Salt Lake City
Ronald concentrates on business, employment contracts, formation, general, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ronald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment Contracts
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Formation
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Business cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Ronald takes business 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Ronald takes employment contracts 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Ronald takes formation 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Ronald 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
International cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Ronald takes international 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ronald Stoddard Poelman, business attorney serving Salt Lake City
Ronald Stoddard Poelman is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation. Ronald has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Ronald works from Salt Lake City, Utah and takes on business matters across the region.
Mr. Ronald Stoddard Poelman is a lawyer practicing direct sales, emerging companies, executive compensation and employee benefits and 11 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years. Ronald practices at Ballard Spahr LLP in Salt Lake City, UT.
How Ronald handles business matters
Mr. Ronald Stoddard Poelman is a lawyer practicing direct sales, emerging companies, executive compensation and employee benefits and 11 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years. Ronald practices at Ballard Spahr LLP in Salt Lake City, UT.
The kind of cases Ronald takes
Ronald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment contracts, and formation matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ronald studied and practices
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
J.D. · 1981
Brigham Young University
B.A. English · 1978
Jurisdictions
Ronald's state bar admissions
Utah
1988 · ACTIVE
California
1981 · ACTIVE
Ronald studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. English in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Ronald completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. English in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ronald runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Ronald's legal honors and published work
Ronald has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Ronald's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations For 22 years (1994-2016), I was a member of the Board of Directors of USANA Health Sciences, Inc
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( USANA )
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USANA is a public, network marketing company that manufactures and sells nutritional products in over 20 countries
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I was Chairman of the Compensation and Audit Committees, as well as the Lead Independent Director
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I am also the Founder, Chairman, and former President the Utah Chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors ( NACD ), which is a non-profit organization of over 17,000 corporate board members in the U
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S, with the mission of educating board members
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Locations
Ronald Stoddard Poelman's office in Salt Lake City
Ronald's primary office is at One Utah Center, Suite 800, 201 South Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ballard Spahr LLP
One Utah Center, Suite 800, 201 South Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
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Client reviews of Ronald Stoddard Poelman — 4.8/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Ronald. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Salt Lake City.
4.8
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How to hire Ronald Stoddard Poelman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ronald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ronald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald'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; Ronald will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Ronald
Ronald discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Ronald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ronald's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ronald Stoddard Poelman
How much does it cost to hire Ronald for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ronald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ronald offer a free consultation?
Ronald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ronald's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Utah typically take?
Simple business 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. Ronald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ronald take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Ronald 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 — Ronald 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 Ronald?
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. Ronald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ronald accepting new business clients right now?
Ronald'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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