
Stephen J Trayner, Business Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Consumer, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatStrong & Hanni A Professional Corporation
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing business in Salt Lake City since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Stephen J Trayner is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and General. Stephen has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Business · Consumer · General
- Handles Business, Consumer, and General matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Stephen J Trayner: Stephen J Trayner is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and General. Stephen has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Stephen's practice areas in Salt Lake City
Stephen concentrates on business, consumer, general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Product Liability
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Business cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Stephen takes consumer 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
General cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Salt Lake City, Utah
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Stephen J Trayner, business attorney serving Salt Lake City
Stephen J Trayner is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and General. Stephen has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Stephen works from Salt Lake City, Utah and takes on business matters across the region.
Mr. Stephen J Trayner is a lawyer practicing products liability, insurance defense, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Stephen practices at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT.
Stephen's approach to business cases
Mr. Stephen J Trayner is a lawyer practicing products liability, insurance defense, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Stephen practices at Strong & Hanni A Professional Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT.
The kind of cases Stephen takes
Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, consumer, and general matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Stephen studied and practices
University of Utah
J.D. · 1986
Brigham Young University
B.A. Political · 1982
Jurisdictions
Stephen's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
2002 · ACTIVE
Utah
1986 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1986 · ACTIVE
Stephen studied at J.D. in University of Utah and B.A. Political in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in University of Utah and B.A. Political in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Stephen's legal honors and published work
Stephen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Stephen's professional memberships and bar associations
Utah State Bar American Bar Association Defense Research Institute Utah Defense Lawyers Association (President, 2003-2005) Fellow:
membership
American College of Trial Lawyers
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Locations
Stephen J Trayner's office in Salt Lake City
Stephen'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 Stephen J Trayner — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Stephen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Salt Lake City.
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How to hire Stephen J Trayner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen 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 Stephen
Stephen 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen'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 Stephen J Trayner
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen'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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Salt Lake City?
Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?
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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new business clients right now?
Stephen'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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