
Barry E. Clarkson, Business Attorney in St George, Utah
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Contracts, and Estate Planning · 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Founding Member and Managing PartneratClarkson & Associates, LLC
St George, UT
Practicing business in St George since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Barry E. Clarkson is a founding member and managing partner based in St. George, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Estate Planning. Barry has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clarkson & Associates, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- St. George, UT
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Business · Contracts · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Contracts, and Estate Planning matters from St. George, UT.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Barry E. Clarkson: Barry E. Clarkson is a founding member and managing partner based in St. George, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Estate Planning. Barry has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clarkson & Associates, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Barry takes on
Barry concentrates on business, contracts, estate planning, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Barry handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Contracts
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Business cases in St George, Utah
Barry takes business matters in St George, 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 Barry agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in St George, Utah
Barry takes contracts matters in St George, 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 Barry agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in St George, Utah
Barry takes estate planning matters in St George, 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 Barry agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St George, Utah
Barry takes litigation matters in St George, 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 Barry agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Barry E. Clarkson — business lawyer in St George
Barry E. Clarkson is a founding member and managing partner based in St. George, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Estate Planning. Barry has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clarkson & Associates, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Barry E. Clarkson is a founding member and managing attorney of Clarkson & Associates, LLC, serving local, national, and international clients from offices in St. George, Utah, and Mesquite, Nevada. He concentrates on complex business and real estate transactions and estate planning. Mr. Clarkson earned his BA in Spanish (1991) and MA in Languages and Literature (1994) from the University of Utah, then received his Juris Doctor from California Western School of Law in 1997, where he was honored with the American Jurisprudence Bancroft-Whitney Award and the Corpus Juris Secundum Award for excellence in Contracts. Licensed in Nevada (1997), Utah (1998), and Arizona (2015), he holds an AV Preeminent Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and Lawyers.com and actively serves on boards in healthcare, higher education, and charitable organizations.
How Barry handles business matters
Barry E. Clarkson is a founding member and managing attorney of Clarkson & Associates, LLC, serving local, national, and international clients from offices in St. George, Utah, and Mesquite, Nevada. He concentrates on complex business and real estate transactions and estate planning. Mr. Clarkson earned his BA in Spanish (1991) and MA in Languages and Literature (1994) from the University of…
Who Barry represents
Barry reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, contracts, and estate planning matters in St George and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
California Western School of Law
J.D. · 1997
University of Utah
B.A. Spanish · 1992
Jurisdictions
Barry's state bar admissions
Arizona
2015 · ACTIVE
Utah
1998 · ACTIVE
Nevada
1997 · ACTIVE
Barry studied at J.D. in California Western School of Law and B.A. Spanish in University of Utah.
Law school and academic background
Barry completed J.D. in California Western School of Law and B.A. Spanish in University of Utah. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Barry runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Barry has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Barry's professional memberships and bar associations
Utah State Bar Nevada State Bar Arizona Bar
membership
Locations
Barry E. Clarkson's office in St. George
Barry's primary office is at 162 North 400 East, Suite A-204, St. George, UT, 84770. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Clarkson & Associates, LLC
162 North 400 East, Suite A-204
St. George, UT 84770
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Client reviews of Barry E. Clarkson — 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Barry. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in St George.
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How to hire Barry E. Clarkson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Barry usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Barry charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Barry'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; Barry will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in St George, 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 Barry
Barry 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. Barry confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Barry'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 Barry E. Clarkson
How much does it cost to hire Barry for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Barry walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Barry offer a free consultation?
Barry charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Barry's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Barry'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. Barry gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Barry take my case if I'm outside St George?
Barry 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 — Barry 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 Barry?
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. Barry will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Barry accepting new business clients right now?
Barry'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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