
Randy Kirk Johnson, Appellate Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Contracts · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
ShareholderatKirton Mcconkie
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing appellate in Salt Lake City since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Randy Kirk Johnson is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Randy has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirton Mcconkie. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Contracts
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Contracts matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Randy Kirk Johnson: Randy Kirk Johnson is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Randy has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirton Mcconkie. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Randy Kirk Johnson
Randy concentrates on appellate, business, contracts, criminal defense, and environmental. Each area below outlines the kind of case Randy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Business
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Contracts
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Criminal Defense
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Environmental
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Family Law
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General
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M&A
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Securities
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Appellate cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Randy takes appellate 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 Randy agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Randy 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 Randy agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Randy takes contracts 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 Randy agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Randy takes criminal defense 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 Randy agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Randy 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 Randy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Randy Kirk Johnson — Over 48 years of Utah appellate experience
Randy Kirk Johnson is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Randy has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirton Mcconkie. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Randy Kirk Johnson is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, family law, criminal law and 8 other areas of law. Randy received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1977, and has been licensed for 48 years. Randy practices at Kirton McConkie in Salt Lake City, UT.
How Randy handles appellate matters
Randy Kirk Johnson is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, family law, criminal law and 8 other areas of law. Randy received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1977, and has been licensed for 48 years. Randy practices at Kirton McConkie in Salt Lake City, UT.
The kind of cases Randy takes
Randy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and contracts matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Randy Kirk Johnson's legal education and bar admissions
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley J.D. 1980 Staff Member Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley J.D. Industrial Relations Law Journal
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University of California, Berkeley
A.B. English · 1977
Jurisdictions
Randy's state bar admissions
California (Inactive
1983 · ACTIVE
Utah
1980 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1978 · ACTIVE
Randy studied at — in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley J.D. 1980 Staff Member Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley J.D. Industrial Relations Law Journal and A.B. English in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Randy completed — in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley J.D. 1980 Staff Member Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley J.D. Industrial Relations Law Journal and A.B. English in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Randy runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Randy Kirk Johnson
Randy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Randy Kirk Johnson's office in Salt Lake City
Randy's primary office is at 50 E. South Temple, Ste. 400, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Randy Kirk Johnson — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Randy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Salt Lake City.
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How to hire Randy Kirk Johnson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Randy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Randy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Randy'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; Randy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Randy
Randy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Randy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Randy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Randy Kirk Johnson
How much does it cost to hire Randy for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Randy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Randy offer a free consultation?
Randy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Randy's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Randy's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Utah typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Randy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Randy take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Randy 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 — Randy 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 Randy?
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. Randy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Randy accepting new appellate clients right now?
Randy'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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