
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
- Bar admissions
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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
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General
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M&A
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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.
Lear & Lear PLLC
The Downey Mansion, 808 East South Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
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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
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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
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