
Jon E Waddoups, Employment Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
ShareholderatKirton Mcconkie
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing employment in Salt Lake City since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Jon E Waddoups is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Jon has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirton Mcconkie. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Employment · Employment Contracts · General
- Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and General matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jon E Waddoups: Jon E Waddoups is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Jon has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirton Mcconkie. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jon E Waddoups
Jon concentrates on employment, employment contracts, general, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment Contracts
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General
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Litigation
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Jon takes employment contracts 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Jon takes health care 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Jon takes litigation 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jon E Waddoups — Over 36 years of Utah employment experience
Jon E Waddoups is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Jon has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirton Mcconkie. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Mr. Jon E Waddoups is a lawyer practicing healthcare, general practice, employment and labor and 7 other areas of law. Jon received a B.S. degree from Utah State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 36 years. Jon practices at Kirton McConkie in Salt Lake City, UT.
Working with Jon on a employment matter
Mr. Jon E Waddoups is a lawyer practicing healthcare, general practice, employment and labor and 7 other areas of law. Jon received a B.S. degree from Utah State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 36 years. Jon practices at Kirton McConkie in Salt Lake City, UT.
Clients Jon works with
Jon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and general matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Jon E Waddoups's legal education and bar admissions
Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School
J.D. Order · 1990
Utah State University
B.S. Personnel · 1977
Jurisdictions
Jon's state bar admissions
United States Court
1993 · ACTIVE
Utah
1990 · ACTIVE
United States Court
1990 · ACTIVE
United States Distri
1990 · ACTIVE
Jon studied at J.D. Order in Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School and B.S. Personnel in Utah State University.
Law school and academic background
Jon completed J.D. Order in Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School and B.S. Personnel in Utah State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jon runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jon E Waddoups
Jon has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Jon E Waddoups's office in Salt Lake City
Jon's primary office is at 50 E. South Temple, Ste. 400, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Jon E Waddoups — 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Jon. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Salt Lake City.
5.0
3 client reviews
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How to hire Jon E Waddoups — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon'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; Jon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jon
Jon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Jon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jon E Waddoups
How much does it cost to hire Jon for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jon offer a free consultation?
Jon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jon's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Utah typically take?
Simple employment 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. Jon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jon take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Jon 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 — Jon 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 Jon?
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. Jon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jon accepting new employment clients right now?
Jon'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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