
D. Jay Curtis, Business Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 55 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatRay Quinney & Nebeker P.C.
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing business in Salt Lake City since 1971.
- 55+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
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D. Jay Curtis is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. D. has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 55 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · General
- Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About D. Jay Curtis: D. Jay Curtis is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. D. has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by D. Jay Curtis
D. concentrates on business, employment, general, internet, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case D. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
D. 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
D. takes employment 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 D. agrees to represent you.
General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
D. 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
D. takes internet 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
D. takes probate 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About D. Jay Curtis — Over 55 years of Utah business experience
D. Jay Curtis is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. D. has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. D. Jay Curtis is a lawyer practicing trust and estate law, probate law, closely held business planning law and 4 other areas of law. D. received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years. D. practices at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C. in Salt Lake City, UT.
How D. handles business matters
Mr. D. Jay Curtis is a lawyer practicing trust and estate law, probate law, closely held business planning law and 4 other areas of law. D. received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years. D. practices at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C. in Salt Lake City, UT.
Who D. represents
D. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
D. Jay Curtis's legal education and bar admissions
University of Utah
J.D. · 1971
University of Utah
B.S. · 1968
D. studied at J.D. in University of Utah and B.S. in University of Utah.
Law school and academic background
D. completed J.D. in University of Utah and B.S. in University of Utah. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice D. runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of D. Jay Curtis
D. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
D.'s professional memberships and bar associations
American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC)
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Locations
D. Jay Curtis's office in Salt Lake City
D.'s primary office is at 36 South State Street, Suite 14, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C.
36 South State Street, Suite 14
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
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Client reviews of D. Jay Curtis — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire D. Jay Curtis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with D. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
D. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'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; D. 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 D.
D. 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. D. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
D.'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 D. Jay Curtis
How much does it cost to hire D. for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. D. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does D. offer a free consultation?
D. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check D.'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. D. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can D. take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
D. 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 — D. 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 D.?
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. D. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is D. accepting new business clients right now?
D.'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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