David H Tolk

David H Tolk, Workers Comp Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

Over 30 years of legal practice · 4.6/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

ShareholderatRichards Brandt

Salt Lake City, UT

Practicing workers comp in Salt Lake City since 1996.

30+
Years practicing
4.6 ★
4 client reviews
2
Bar admissions

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David H Tolk is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. David has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richards Brandt. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Based in
Salt Lake City, UT
Experience
over 30 years
Known for
Workers Comp
  • Handles Workers Comp matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
  • Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About David H Tolk: David H Tolk is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. David has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richards Brandt. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Areas of practice

David's practice areas in Salt Lake City

David concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Workers Comp cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

David takes workers comp 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 David agrees to represent you.

Biography

David H Tolk, workers comp attorney serving Salt Lake City

David H Tolk is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. David has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richards Brandt. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 4 client reviews. David works from Salt Lake City, Utah and takes on workers comp matters across the region.

Mr. David H Tolk is a lawyer practicing workers compensation defense. David received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. David practices at Richards Brandt in Salt Lake City, UT.

David's approach to workers comp cases

Mr. David H Tolk is a lawyer practicing workers compensation defense. David received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. David practices at Richards Brandt in Salt Lake City, UT.

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.

Credentials

Credentials — where David studied and practices

  • University of Utah, College of Law

    J.D. · 1996

  • Brigham Young University

    B.A. · 1993

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Utah

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1996 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in University of Utah, College of Law and B.A. in Brigham Young University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

David's legal honors and published work

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

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Utah State Bar

    membership

Locations

David H Tolk's office in Salt Lake City

David's primary office is at 111 E. Broadway, Suite 400, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Richards Brandt

111 E. Broadway, Suite 400

Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David H Tolk — 4.6/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

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

4.6

4 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire David H Tolk — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 David

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every workers comp 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David H Tolk

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a workers comp case?

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

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do workers comp cases in Utah typically take?

    Simple workers comp 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    David 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 — David 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 David?

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

  • Is David accepting new workers comp clients right now?

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

Areas served

Workers Comp attorneys serving Salt Lake City, Provo and Sandy in Utah

David handles workers comp matters throughout Utah. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.

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