Sharon Ann Donovan, Family Law Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 47 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior PartneratDart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing family law in Salt Lake City since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Sharon Ann Donovan is a senior partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Family Law. Sharon has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Sharon Ann Donovan: Sharon Ann Donovan is a senior partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Family Law. Sharon has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sharon Ann Donovan
Sharon concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sharon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Sharon takes family law 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sharon Ann Donovan — Over 47 years of Utah family law experience
Sharon Ann Donovan is a senior partner based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Family Law. Sharon has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ms. Sharon Ann Donovan is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law. Sharon received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Sharon practices at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT.
How Sharon handles family law matters
Ms. Sharon Ann Donovan is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law. Sharon received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Sharon practices at Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT.
The kind of cases Sharon takes
Sharon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Sharon Ann Donovan's legal education and bar admissions
University of Utah
J.D. Political · 1979
University of Utah
B.A. Political · 1975
Jurisdictions
Sharon's state bar admissions
Washington
1989 · ACTIVE
Utah
1979 · ACTIVE
Sharon studied at J.D. Political in University of Utah and B.A. Political in University of Utah.
Law school and academic background
Sharon completed J.D. Political in University of Utah and B.A. Political in University of Utah. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sharon runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Sharon Ann Donovan
Sharon has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Sharon's professional memberships and bar associations
Collaborative Family Lawyers of Utah
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Locations
Sharon Ann Donovan's office in Salt Lake City
Sharon's primary office is at 257 E 200 S, Suite 1050, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dart, Adamson & Donovan, LLC
257 E 200 S, Suite 1050
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
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Client reviews of Sharon Ann Donovan — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Sharon. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing family law attorneys in Salt Lake City.
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How to hire Sharon Ann Donovan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sharon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sharon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon'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; Sharon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 Sharon
Sharon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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. Sharon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sharon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sharon Ann Donovan
How much does it cost to hire Sharon for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sharon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sharon offer a free consultation?
Sharon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Sharon's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Utah typically take?
Simple family law 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. Sharon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sharon take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Sharon 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 — Sharon 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 Sharon?
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. Sharon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sharon accepting new family law clients right now?
Sharon'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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