Kenneth Ashton

Kenneth Ashton, Business Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Commercial RE, and General

PartneratSnell & Wilmer L.L.P.

Salt Lake City, UT

Practicing business in Salt Lake City since 2002.

24+
Years practicing
3
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Kenneth Ashton is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and General. Kenneth has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P..

Based in
Salt Lake City, UT
Experience
over 24 years
Known for
Business · Commercial RE · General
  • Handles Business, Commercial RE, and General matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
  • Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Kenneth Ashton: Kenneth Ashton is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and General. Kenneth has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P..

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kenneth Ashton

Kenneth concentrates on business, commercial re, general, international, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Kenneth 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.

Commercial RE cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Kenneth takes commercial re 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.

General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Kenneth 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.

International cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Kenneth takes international 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Kenneth takes m&a 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kenneth Ashton — Over 24 years of Utah business experience

Kenneth Ashton is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and General. Kenneth has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P..

Kenneth Ashton is a lawyer practicing commercial agreements, commercial finance, corporate and securities and 5 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from University of Utah, and has been licensed for 24 years. Kenneth practices at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. in Salt Lake City, UT.

Working with Kenneth on a business matter

Kenneth Ashton is a lawyer practicing commercial agreements, commercial finance, corporate and securities and 5 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from University of Utah, and has been licensed for 24 years. Kenneth practices at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. in Salt Lake City, UT.

Clients Kenneth works with

Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, commercial re, and general matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.

Credentials

Kenneth Ashton's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Texas J.D. Texas International Law Journal University of Texas J.D. International Law Society University of Texas J.D. 2001 Member

  • University of Utah B.A. Golden Key National Honor Society University of Utah B.A. minor in Business University of Utah B.A. cum laude University of Utah B.A. 1998 Phi Kappa Beta University of

Jurisdictions

Kenneth's state bar admissions

  • Massachusetts

    2004 · ACTIVE

  • Supreme Court of New

    2002 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    2002 · ACTIVE

Kenneth studied at — in University of Texas J.D. Texas International Law Journal University of Texas J.D. International Law Society University of Texas J.D. 2001 Member and — in University of Utah B.A. Golden Key National Honor Society University of Utah B.A. minor in Business University of Utah B.A. cum laude University of Utah B.A. 1998 Phi Kappa Beta University of.

Law school and academic background

Kenneth completed — in University of Texas J.D. Texas International Law Journal University of Texas J.D. International Law Society University of Texas J.D. 2001 Member and — in University of Utah B.A. Golden Key National Honor Society University of Utah B.A. minor in Business University of Utah B.A. cum laude University of Utah B.A. 1998 Phi Kappa Beta University of. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Professional Memberships & Activities •State Bar of Utah •Business Section, Chair (2015-2016) •American Bar Association •Snell & Wilmer Legal Opinion Committee, Member

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Locations

Kenneth Ashton's office in Salt Lake City

Kenneth's primary office is at Gateway Tower West, 15 West South Temple, Suite 1200, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Snell & Wilmer L.L.P.

Gateway Tower West, 15 West South Temple, Suite 1200

Salt Lake City, UT 84101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kenneth Ashton — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth'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; Kenneth 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 Kenneth

Kenneth 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. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kenneth'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 Kenneth Ashton

  • How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a business case?

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

  • Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?

    Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth'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. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Kenneth 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 — Kenneth 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 Kenneth?

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

  • Is Kenneth accepting new business clients right now?

    Kenneth'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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