John I Choate, Consumer Attorney in St George, Utah
Over 55 years of legal practice · focused on Consumer, Energy, and Entertainment
St George, UT
Practicing consumer in St George since 1971.
- 55+
- Years practicing
- 9
- Bar admissions
Are you John I Choate?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
John I Choate is an attorney based in St. George, UT. The practice focuses on Consumer, Energy, and Entertainment. John has over 55 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- St. George, UT
- Experience
- over 55 years
- Known for
- Consumer · Energy · Entertainment
- Handles Consumer, Energy, and Entertainment matters from St. George, UT.
- Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John I Choate: John I Choate is an attorney based in St. George, UT. The practice focuses on Consumer, Energy, and Entertainment. John has over 55 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in St George
John concentrates on consumer, energy, entertainment, government, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Consumer
View other Consumer attorneys
Energy
View other Energy attorneys
Entertainment
View other Entertainment attorneys
Government
View other Government attorneys
International
View other International attorneys
Tax
View other Tax attorneys
Consumer cases in St George, Utah
John takes consumer 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 John agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in St George, Utah
John takes energy 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 John agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in St George, Utah
John takes entertainment 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 John agrees to represent you.
Government cases in St George, Utah
John takes government 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 John agrees to represent you.
International cases in St George, Utah
John takes international 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John I Choate, consumer attorney serving St George
John I Choate is an attorney based in St. George, UT. The practice focuses on Consumer, Energy, and Entertainment. John has over 55 years of legal experience. John works from St George, Utah and takes on consumer matters across the region.
John I Choate is a lawyer practicing tax law, entertainment law, international law and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years. John practices in St. George, UT.
Working with John on a consumer matter
John I Choate is a lawyer practicing tax law, entertainment law, international law and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years. John practices in St. George, UT.
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer, energy, and entertainment matters in St George and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
Yale University Law School J.D.
—
University of Oklahoma
B.A. · 1966
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. Tax Court
2001 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1996 · ACTIVE
New York
1992 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma
1976 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1973 · ACTIVE
American Samoa and U
1973 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1971 · ACTIVE
California
1971 · ACTIVE
John studied at — in Yale University Law School J.D. and B.A. in University of Oklahoma.
Law school and academic background
John completed — in Yale University Law School J.D. and B.A. in University of Oklahoma. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
John I Choate's office in St. George
John's primary office is at 1670 Stone Cliff Dr, St. George, UT, 84790-6139. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of John I Choate
John has not yet collected verified client reviews on LawyersListed. Reviews here are all from confirmed clients; anonymous ratings are moderated out.
No reviews yet
Only verified clients who have consulted with John I Choate can leave a review.
Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire John I Choate — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new consumer attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a consumer attorney in St George, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in consumer practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every consumer 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many consumer practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John I Choate
How much does it cost to hire John for a consumer case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some consumer attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do consumer cases in Utah typically take?
Simple consumer 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside St George?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new consumer clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Consumer attorneys serving St George, Salt Lake City and Provo in Utah
John handles consumer matters throughout Utah. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified consumer attorneys in that community.
More counsel
Other top-rated consumer attorneys in Utah
If John's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these consumer attorneys in St George handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.
