Rob M Alston

Rob M Alston, Business Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business and M&A · 4.9/5 rating from 25 verified client reviews

Shareholder; Former chair, Business Department; Leader, Joint Ventures and Strategic Alliances PractatJones, Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough A Professional Corporation

Salt Lake City, UT

Practicing business in Salt Lake City since 1992.

34+
Years practicing
4.9 ★
25 client reviews
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Bar admission

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Rob M Alston is a shareholder; former chair, business department; leader, joint ventures and strategic alliances pract based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Rob has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones, Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 25 client reviews.

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Salt Lake City, UT
Experience
over 34 years
Known for
Business · M&A
  • Handles Business and M&A matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
  • Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Rob M Alston: Rob M Alston is a shareholder; former chair, business department; leader, joint ventures and strategic alliances pract based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Rob has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones, Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 25 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Rob M Alston

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

Business cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Rob 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 Rob agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Rob 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 Rob agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Rob M Alston — Over 34 years of Utah business experience

Rob M Alston is a shareholder; former chair, business department; leader, joint ventures and strategic alliances pract based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Rob has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones, Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 25 client reviews.

Mr. Rob M Alston is a lawyer practicing department - business law, general counsel services, mergers and acquisitions. Rob received a degree from University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California in 1977, and has been licensed for 34 years. Rob practices at Jones, Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough A Professional Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT.

Rob's approach to business cases

Mr. Rob M Alston is a lawyer practicing department - business law, general counsel services, mergers and acquisitions. Rob received a degree from University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California in 1977, and has been licensed for 34 years. Rob practices at Jones, Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough A Professional Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT.

The kind of cases Rob takes

Rob reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and m&a matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.

Credentials

Rob M Alston's legal education and bar admissions

  • S. J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah J.D. 1992 William H. Leary Scholar S. J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah J.D. Utah Law

  • University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California

    B.A. · 1977

Jurisdictions

Rob's state bar admissions

  • Utah

    1992 · ACTIVE

Rob studied at — in S. J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah J.D. 1992 William H. Leary Scholar S. J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah J.D. Utah Law and B.A. in University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California.

Law school and academic background

Rob completed — in S. J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah J.D. 1992 William H. Leary Scholar S. J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah J.D. Utah Law and B.A. in University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rob runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Rob M Alston

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

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Rob's professional memberships and bar associations

  • PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Member, Business Law and Securities Law Sections, Utah State Bar Member, American Bar Association Director, Mountain West Capital Network

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Locations

Rob M Alston's office in Salt Lake City

Rob's primary office is at 170 S. Main Street, Suite 1500, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Jones, Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough A Professional Corporation

170 S. Main Street, Suite 1500

Salt Lake City, UT 84101

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Rob M Alston — 4.9/5 rating from 25 verified client reviews

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

4.9

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Hiring guide

How to hire Rob M Alston — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Rob'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 Rob M Alston

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

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

  • Does Rob offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Rob 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 — Rob 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 Rob?

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

  • Is Rob accepting new business clients right now?

    Rob'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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