
Kelly J Applegate, Business Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning · 4.9/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews
ShareholderatRay Quinney & Nebeker P.C.
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing business in Salt Lake City since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 6 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kelly J Applegate is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Kelly has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Employment, and Estate Planning matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Kelly J Applegate: Kelly J Applegate is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Kelly has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kelly takes on
Kelly concentrates on business, employment, estate planning, general, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Business cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Kelly 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Kelly 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Kelly 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Kelly 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Kelly 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kelly J Applegate — business lawyer in Salt Lake City
Kelly J Applegate is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Kelly has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
Mr. Kelly J Applegate is a lawyer practicing taxation, tax law, erisa and 6 other areas of law. Kelly received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years. Kelly practices at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C. in Salt Lake City, UT.
Kelly's approach to business cases
Mr. Kelly J Applegate is a lawyer practicing taxation, tax law, erisa and 6 other areas of law. Kelly received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years. Kelly practices at Ray Quinney & Nebeker P.C. in Salt Lake City, UT.
Clients Kelly works with
Kelly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and estate planning matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Utah
J.D. · 1992
University of Utah
B.A. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Kelly's state bar admissions
Utah
1992 · ACTIVE
Kelly studied at J.D. in University of Utah and B.A. in University of Utah.
Law school and academic background
Kelly completed J.D. in University of Utah and B.A. in University of Utah. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kelly runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kelly has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Kelly's professional memberships and bar associations
Utah State Bar
Member, Tax Section) Utah Tax Review Commission (Member, 2015-2019 · membership
Locations
Kelly J Applegate's office in Salt Lake City
Kelly'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 Kelly J Applegate — 4.9/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Kelly. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Salt Lake City.
4.9
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How to hire Kelly J Applegate — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kelly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kelly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly'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; Kelly 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 Kelly
Kelly 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. Kelly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kelly'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 Kelly J Applegate
How much does it cost to hire Kelly for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kelly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kelly offer a free consultation?
Kelly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kelly'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. Kelly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kelly take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Kelly 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 — Kelly 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 Kelly?
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. Kelly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kelly accepting new business clients right now?
Kelly'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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