David Hartwig
Google Rating
3.3(10 reviews)
- 1817 S Main St, #17 Salt Lake City, UT 84115
- +1-801-486-1715
- No email available
About:
I have practiced law since 1984. In my years of experience, I developed my approach which considers each client's individual and legal needs. While I prepare each case for litigation, my aim is to spare the expense and emotional toll of litigation and to help my clients achieve the best result as quickly as possible. Because my clients come from all walks of life, I choose to practice in a broad range of legal matters. Some of the issues I handle are family law, including divorce, personal injury matters, probate and estate administration, estate planning, workers' compensation, business litigation, and professional malpractice law. I have been active as a charter member, and proponent, of the Collaborative Law Group, an organization focused on bringing collaborative law to consumers. I have also been a volunteer lawyer for the Utah Legal Services and Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake since 1989, assisting members of the community who may not be able to afford legal representation. A graduate of Cleveland State University's Cleveland Marshall College of Law, I authored a paper on Civil Liability for Drug Abuse During Pregnancy; did independent research in Psychology and the Law; and, participated in additional coursework in Forensic Medicine, Psychiatry and the Law. Since entering practice, I've been involved in with the Utah Supreme Court Advisory Committee on Juvenile Procedure; Utah State Bar Solo / Small Firm Section; Utah State Bar Litigation Section; and Utah State Bar Family Law Section. I've served as a contributor to the Utah Legal Services Family Law Manual and as a Judge Pro Tem - Small claims court, Salt Lake County, Utah, and am a Past Chairman of Medical Malpractice Prelitigation panels. Additional professional accreditation includes: Graduate, National College of Advocacy Trial Advocacy Course, Scottsdale, AZ.; Graduate, National College of Advocacy Civil Litigation Course, National Judicial College, Reno, Nevada; attended Association of Trial Lawyers of America Mega Seminars in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Reno, Nevada; and, a charter member of the Collaborative Family Law of Utah.
Jurisdiction:Ohio, Utah, Federal Circuit
Practice Area
Personal Injury Law
Seeks compensation for assault-related injuries, trauma costs, lost wages, and property damage, coordinating with protection orders, insurance claims, and victim compensation programs.
Juvenile/Dependency
Advocates in CPS cases to separate perpetrator from protective parent, ensure safe visitation, reasonable services, and trauma-informed findings without punishing the survivor.
Criminal Law
Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Languages
English
Fees
Free Consultation
Associations
Member
Reviews
RATED 1.0
Aug 10, 2021via Google
Kennedy Robison
"Under ZERO circumstance, should anyone use David as an attorney. As a single mom, money is an issue. David agreed to work with his fees. I had only had him as representation for a short period of time and he completely robbed me for every dime I had. DO NOT TRUST HIM."
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2020via Google
Angel Madrid
"We hired Mr. Hartwig in a paternity and custody case. He researched and tried every avenue available. I believe he did his best to help us, and I would recommend his services."
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2020via Google
Brian Libbey
"Mr. Hartwig helped me tremendously through a very trying time. He handled my divorce with experience, wisdom, professionalism, and integrity. He had me prepared for any and all possible contingencies that might have arisen. I cannot thank him enough for everything he has done for me in this situation. I highly recommend Mr Hartwig for any type of divorce or family law situation."
RATED 4.0
Aug 10, 2018via Google
Kenneth Eaton
"My name is Kenneth Eaton. I found David quite by chance but am very happy with the association that has developed between us. David was hired to litigate a civil matter by my wife and me. David performed his duties with great professionalism. He was very no-nonsense, articulate and precise with his legal written language. His courtroom demeanor was also precise and to the point. David doesn't hold your hand or tell you what you want to hear. He applies the law to the facts he is presented with. He is dedicated to his client and puts real thought into the case. He is my lawyer of first choice for any legal matter that may come along regardless of its nature."
RATED 1.0
Aug 10, 2018via Google
Michael Beaudry
"Seriously consider the reviews of the honest, poor souls who came before you, do not trick yourself into thinking things will be different for you and if you find yourself engaged with this office, record, record, record everything like I did. This will assist you in identifying any doublespeak and confusing messages and it’ll help you when/if you have to fire him, file a complaint with the Utah State Bar and/or just to warn others. In my opinion and as a Disabled Veteran, his low cost approach and questionable client treatment will inevitable cost you so much more in the long run (money, emotional distress and valuable time when you are the one already in pain and seeking assistance)!"
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