R. Scott Young

R. Scott Young, Business Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Government

PartneratSpencer Fane

Salt Lake City, UT

Practicing business in Salt Lake City since 2005.

21+
Years practicing
1
Bar admission

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R. Scott Young is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. R. has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Spencer Fane.

Based in
Salt Lake City, UT
Experience
over 21 years
Known for
Business · General · Government
  • Handles Business, General, and Government matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
  • Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About R. Scott Young: R. Scott Young is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. R. has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Spencer Fane.

Areas of practice

Legal matters R. takes on

R. concentrates on business, general, government, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case R. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

R. 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 R. agrees to represent you.

General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

R. 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 R. agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

R. takes government 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 R. agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

R. 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 R. agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

R. 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 R. agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet R. Scott Young — business lawyer in Salt Lake City

R. Scott Young is a partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. R. has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Spencer Fane.

Mr. R. Scott Young is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, government defense, governments and 5 other areas of law. R. received a B.A. degree from Claremont McKenna College in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. R. practices at Spencer Fane in Salt Lake City, UT.

How R. handles business matters

Mr. R. Scott Young is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, government defense, governments and 5 other areas of law. R. received a B.A. degree from Claremont McKenna College in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. R. practices at Spencer Fane in Salt Lake City, UT.

Who R. represents

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Columbia Law School

    J.D. · 2005

  • Claremont McKenna College

    B.A. · 2001

Jurisdictions

R.'s state bar admissions

  • Utah U.S. District C

    2005 · ACTIVE

R. studied at J.D. in Columbia Law School and B.A. in Claremont McKenna College.

Law school and academic background

R. completed J.D. in Columbia Law School and B.A. in Claremont McKenna College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice R. runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

R. Scott Young's office in Salt Lake City

R.'s primary office is at 10 Exchange Place, Suite 1100, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Spencer Fane

10 Exchange Place, Suite 1100

Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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Hiring guide

How to hire R. Scott Young — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

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

Payment methods and payment plans

R.'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 R. Scott Young

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

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

  • Does R. offer a free consultation?

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

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

    R. 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 — R. 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 R.?

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

  • Is R. accepting new business clients right now?

    R.'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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