
Peter H Christensen, Construction Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Insurance, and Litigation · 4.7/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
ShareholderatStrong & Hanni A Professional Corporation
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing construction in Salt Lake City since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 4.7 ★
- 20 client reviews
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Peter H Christensen is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Litigation. Peter has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Construction · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Construction, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Peter H Christensen: Peter H Christensen is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Litigation. Peter has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Peter H Christensen
Peter concentrates on construction, insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Product Liability
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Construction cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Peter takes construction 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 Peter agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Peter takes insurance 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 Peter agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Peter 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 Peter agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Peter takes product liability 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 Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Peter H Christensen — Over 37 years of Utah construction experience
Peter H Christensen is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Litigation. Peter has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Mr. Peter H Christensen is a lawyer practicing transportation litigation, construction law, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Peter practices at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT.
How Peter handles construction matters
Mr. Peter H Christensen is a lawyer practicing transportation litigation, construction law, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Peter practices at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT.
Who Peter represents
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, insurance, and litigation matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Peter H Christensen's legal education and bar admissions
Brigham Young University
J.D. Political · 1988
Brigham Young University
B.A. Political · 1985
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
Wyoming
2011 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1998 · ACTIVE
Oregon
1989 · ACTIVE
Utah
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at J.D. Political in Brigham Young University and B.A. Political in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed J.D. Political in Brigham Young University and B.A. Political in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Peter H Christensen
Peter has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
Federal Bar Association Salt Lake County Bar Association Multnomah County Bar Association Utah State Bar
membership
Locations
Peter H Christensen's office in Salt Lake City
Peter's primary office is at 102 S. 200 East, Ste. 800, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation
102 S. 200 East, Ste. 800
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
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Client reviews of Peter H Christensen — 4.7/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Peter. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Salt Lake City.
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How to hire Peter H Christensen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter'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; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter H Christensen
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Utah typically take?
Simple construction 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. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Peter 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 — Peter 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 Peter?
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. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new construction clients right now?
Peter'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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