Gary E Atkin, Estate Planning Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 56 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Formation, and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 15 verified client reviews
MemberatAtkin & Associates
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing estate planning in Salt Lake City since 1970.
- 56+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 15 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Gary E Atkin is a member based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Formation, and Personal Injury. Gary has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Atkin & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 15 client reviews.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 56 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Formation · Personal Injury
- Handles Estate Planning, Formation, and Personal Injury matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 56 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Gary E Atkin: Gary E Atkin is a member based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Formation, and Personal Injury. Gary has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Atkin & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 15 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Gary's practice areas in Salt Lake City
Gary concentrates on estate planning, formation, personal injury, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Personal Injury
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Wrongful Death
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Estate Planning cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Gary takes estate planning 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Gary 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Gary takes personal injury 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Gary takes wrongful death 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Biography
Gary E Atkin, estate planning attorney serving Salt Lake City
Gary E Atkin is a member based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Formation, and Personal Injury. Gary has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Atkin & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 15 client reviews. Gary works from Salt Lake City, Utah and takes on estate planning matters across the region.
Mr. Gary E Atkin is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, estate planning, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Gary received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years. Gary practices at Atkin & Associates in Salt Lake City, UT.
How Gary handles estate planning matters
Mr. Gary E Atkin is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, estate planning, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Gary received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years. Gary practices at Atkin & Associates in Salt Lake City, UT.
The kind of cases Gary takes
Gary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, formation, and personal injury matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Gary studied and practices
University of Utah
J.D. · 1970
University of Utah
B.S. · 1967
Jurisdictions
Gary's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1978 · ACTIVE
Utah
1970 · ACTIVE
Gary studied at J.D. in University of Utah and B.S. in University of Utah.
Law school and academic background
Gary 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 Gary runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Gary's legal honors and published work
Gary has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Gary's professional memberships and bar associations
Salt Lake County Bar Association Utah State Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Utah Trial Lawyers Association
Member, Board of Directors, 1978— Chairman, Legislative Action Committee, 1979-1983 Vice-President, 1981-1982 President, 1982-1983 · membership
Locations
Gary E Atkin's office in Salt Lake City
Gary's primary office is at 5525 S. 900 E., Ste. 300, Salt Lake City, UT, 84117. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Gary E Atkin — 4.4/5 rating from 15 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Gary. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Salt Lake City.
4.4
15 client reviews
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How to hire Gary E Atkin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary'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; Gary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Gary
Gary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Gary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gary E Atkin
How much does it cost to hire Gary for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gary offer a free consultation?
Gary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Gary's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Utah typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. Gary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gary take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Gary 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 — Gary 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 Gary?
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. Gary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gary accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Gary'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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