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Steven Linton, Insurance Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability

Salt Lake City, UT

Practicing insurance in Salt Lake City since 2002.

24+
Years practicing
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Steven Linton is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UTAH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Steven has over 24 years of legal experience.

Based in
Salt Lake City, UTAH
Experience
over 24 years
Known for
Insurance · Personal Injury · Product Liability
  • Handles Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Salt Lake City, UTAH.
  • Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026).

About Steven Linton: Steven Linton is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UTAH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Steven has over 24 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Steven takes on

Steven concentrates on insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Steven takes personal injury 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Salt Lake City, Utah

Steven takes product liability 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Steven Linton — insurance lawyer in Salt Lake City

Steven Linton is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, UTAH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Steven has over 24 years of legal experience.

Steven Linton is a highly respected personal injury attorney practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. Recognized by Best Lawyers since 2022, Steven specializes in Litigation – Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs. His recognition reflects the esteem of his peers and his exceptional reputation in the legal community.

With over two decades of experience at The Advocates, Steven has successfully represented thousands of clients across Utah and the western United States, securing millions of dollars in compensation for victims of car accidents, motorcycle crashes, wrongful death, slip-and-fall incidents, and complex mass torts. Prior to joining The Advocates, he spent five years at a prominent insurance defense firm, gaining valuable insight into how insurers evaluate and defend claims—knowledge he now leverages to achieve favorable results for his clients.

Steven’s practice includes high-stakes litigation, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including cases involving severe injuries, reconstructive surgery, amputations, and long-term disabilities. He has played a key role in national product liability cases, including litigation against drug manufacturers such as Phen-Fen, VIOXX, and Yaz/Yasmin, collaborating with leading trial attorneys across the country.

In addition to his litigation work, Steven is recognized as a leader in legal technology, serving on advisory boards and consulting with law firms to improve case management, efficiency, and client communication. Fluent in Spanish, he provides exceptional service to a diverse clientele, including international clients.

Outside of the office, Steven enjoys traveling, cooking Italian and Mexican cuisine, exploring new restaurants, and supporting college sports, particularly BYU football.

Steven's approach to insurance cases

Steven Linton is a highly respected personal injury attorney practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. Recognized by Best Lawyers since 2022, Steven specializes in Litigation – Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs. His recognition reflects the esteem of his peers and his exceptional reputation in the legal community. With over two decades of…

The kind of cases Steven takes

Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, personal injury, and product liability matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Brigham Young University

    B.A. · 1997

  • University of Utah

    J.D. · 2001

Jurisdictions

Steven's state bar admissions

  • Utah, Utah State Bar

    2002 · ACTIVE

  • Utah, All Utah State

    2002 · ACTIVE

Steven studied at B.A. in Brigham Young University and J.D. in University of Utah.

Law school and academic background

Steven completed B.A. in Brigham Young University and J.D. in University of Utah. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Steven has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

Steven Linton's office in Salt Lake City

Steven's primary office is at 737 East Winchester Street, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84107. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

737 East Winchester Street

Salt Lake City, Utah 84107

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Hiring guide

How to hire Steven Linton — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Steven

Steven discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Steven's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Steven Linton

  • How much does it cost to hire Steven for a insurance case?

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

  • Does Steven offer a free consultation?

    Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Steven's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Utah typically take?

    Simple insurance 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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Steven 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 — Steven 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 Steven?

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

  • Is Steven accepting new insurance clients right now?

    Steven'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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