Matthew Snow

Matthew Snow, Environmental Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, General, and M&A · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratLear & Lear PLLC

Salt Lake City, UT

Practicing environmental in Salt Lake City since 1998.

28+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
2
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Matthew Snow is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and M&A. Matthew has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lear & Lear PLLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Salt Lake City, UT
Experience
over 28 years
Known for
Environmental · General · M&A
  • Handles Environmental, General, and M&A matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
  • Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Matthew Snow: Matthew Snow is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and M&A. Matthew has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lear & Lear PLLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Matthew Snow

Matthew concentrates on environmental, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Environmental cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Matthew takes environmental 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Matthew 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Matthew 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Matthew Snow — Over 28 years of Utah environmental experience

Matthew Snow is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and M&A. Matthew has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lear & Lear PLLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

William H. Leary Scholar. Law Clerk: Justice Michael J. Wilkins, Utah Supreme Court, 1998-2000; Attorney General's Office, Salt Lake City, Utah, 1997-1998. Managing Editor, Journal of Energy, Natural Resources and Environmental Law, 1997-1998.

Working with Matthew on a environmental matter

William H. Leary Scholar. Law Clerk: Justice Michael J. Wilkins, Utah Supreme Court, 1998-2000; Attorney General's Office, Salt Lake City, Utah, 1997-1998. Managing Editor, Journal of Energy, Natural Resources and Environmental Law, 1997-1998.

Clients Matthew works with

Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and m&a matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.

Credentials

Matthew Snow's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Utah

    J.D. English · 1998

  • University of Utah

    B.A. English · 1995

Jurisdictions

Matthew's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • Utah

    1998 · ACTIVE

Matthew studied at J.D. English in University of Utah and B.A. English in University of Utah.

Law school and academic background

Matthew completed J.D. English in University of Utah and B.A. English in University of Utah. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Matthew Snow

Matthew has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Matthew's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Salt Lake County Bar Association

    Chairman, Oil and Gas Committee, 2003-2004) Utah State Bar Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation Utah Association of Professional Landmen (President, 2005-2006 · membership

Locations

Matthew Snow's office in Salt Lake City

Matthew's primary office is at The Downey Mansion, 808 East South Temple Street, Salt Lake City, UT, 84102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Lear & Lear PLLC

The Downey Mansion, 808 East South Temple Street

Salt Lake City, UT 84102

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Matthew Snow — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Matthew. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in Salt Lake City.

4.4

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire Matthew Snow — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew'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; Matthew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Matthew

Matthew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every environmental 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Matthew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Matthew Snow

  • How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a environmental case?

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

  • Does Matthew offer a free consultation?

    Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.

  • How long do environmental cases in Utah typically take?

    Simple environmental 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. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Matthew 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 — Matthew 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 Matthew?

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

  • Is Matthew accepting new environmental clients right now?

    Matthew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Environmental attorneys serving Salt Lake City, Provo and Sandy in Utah

Matthew handles environmental matters throughout Utah. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.

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