James Dodge Russell & Stephens, P.C.
Business Law | Serving Salt Lake City, UT
801-363-6363James Dodge Russell & Stephens, P.C., is a law firm in Salt Lake City, Utah with experience resolving cases in Business Law.
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Sophisticated Litigation For Business And Commercial Law Matters
Attorneys at James Dodge Russell & Stephens are highly skilled in successfully navigating matters involving complex commercial litigation, administrative law, class action suits, and other legal actions. We have built a well-respected reputation for providing a straightforward, practical approach and obtaining favorable results for our clients regardless of the complexity of the dispute.
Whether representing plaintiffs or defendants, our firm’s attorneys often handle cases with prominent national and international corporations and law firms as legal opponents. Each senior attorney at James Dodge Russell & Stephens has been listed regularly among the top commercial litigators in Utah and the United States.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Business & Commercial Law
- Energy Law
- Insurance Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Litigation & Appeals
Call today at 801-363-6363 to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Gary A. Dodge
Bar Admissions:
- Utah
- U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit
- U.S. Supreme Court
Education:
- Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School, Provo, Utah
- J.D. summa cum laude – 1979
- Honors: J. Reuben Clark Scholar
- Law Review: Law Review, Note and Comment Editor
- Brigham Young University
- B.S. magna cum laude – 1976
- Major: Psychology
Attorney Mark F. James
Bar Admissions:
- Utah, 1988
- U.S. District Court District of Utah, 1988
- U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit
- United States Supreme Court
Education:
- Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School, Provo, Utah
- J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence magna cum laude – 1988
- Honors: Order of the Coif
- Law Review: Articles Editor, Brigham Young University Law Review, 1987 – 1988
- Utah State University, Logan, Utah
- M.B.A., Master of Business Administration – 1985
- Honors: Graduated top of the class
- Utah State University, Logan, Utah
- B.A., Bachelor of Arts magna cum laude – 1984
- Major: Accounting
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Bar Association, Member
- Utah State Bar, Member
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Former Member
- Utah Association of Certified Public Accountants, Former Member
- Aldon J. Anderson American Inns of Court, President, 2010 – 2011
- Aldon J. Anderson American Inns of Court, Vice President, 2008 – 2010
- Aldon J. Anderson American Inns of Court, Secretary-Treasurer, 2006 – 2007
Attorney Justin James
Bar Admissions:
- Utah, 2014
- U.S. District Court District of Utah, 2014
- U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit, 2014
- United States Supreme Court
Education:
- The S.J. Quinney College of Law at The University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
- J.D. cum laude
- Honors: With High Honors
- Honors: William H. Leary Scholar, CALI Award
- Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah
- Corporate Finance cum laude – 2009
Attorney Phillip J. Russell
Bar Admissions:
- Utah
- U.S. District Court District of Utah
- U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit
- United States Supreme Court
Education:
- The S.J. Quinney College of Law at The University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
- J.D. – 2004
- Honors: Graduated Order of the Coif
- Honors: William H. Leary Scholar
- Honors: Outstanding Achievement Award in Criminal Law and Civil Procedure, CALI Award in International Law
- Law Review: Utah Law Review, Executive Editor and Member, 2002 – 2004
- University of Indianapolis
- B.A. summa cum laude – 2000
- Honors: Member, Track & Field team (1996-2000)
- Honors: Academic All-Conference (1997-2000)
- Honors: Parker Jordan Male Scholar Athlete Award (1998)
- Major: English
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Aldon J. Anderson American Inns of Court, 2007-present
Attorney Mitchell A. Stephens
Bar Admissions:
- United States Supreme Court
- United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
- United States District Court, District of Utah
- Utah Supreme Court
Education:
- University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law
- J.D. – 2007
- Highest Honors
- Order of the Coif
- William H. Leary Scholar
- Law Review
- Utah Valley University
- B.S. – 2004
- Major: Business Management
- Magna Cum Laude
Attorney Lara A. Swensen
Bar Admissions:
- Utah, 1999
- U.S. District Court District of Utah, 1999
Education:
- University of Chicago Law School, Chicago, Illinois
- J.D. degree with honors – 1999
- Dartmouth College
- B.A. degree cum laude – 1996
- B.A. degree cum laude – 1996
Attorney Dillon P. Olson
Education:
- The S.J. Quinney College of Law at The University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, May, 2016
- J.D.
- Honors: Order of the Coif
- Honors: Highest Honors
- Honors: Graduate Certificate in Environmental and Natural Resources Law
- Honors: William H. Leary Scholar for Outstanding Academic Performance (every semester)
- Law Review: Utah Law Review
- Weber State University, May, 2013
- B.S.
- Honors: magna cum laude
- Honors: Outstanding Graduate in Philosophy (top of class)
- Major: Philosophy/Political Science
Attorney Jordan Pate
Bar Admissions:
- Utah
- New York
Education:
- New York University School of Law, New York, New York, 2016
- J.D.
- Honors: Moot Court Board, staff editor
- Honors: Dean's Scholarship
- Illinois Wesleyan University, 2010
- B.A.
- Honors: magna cum laude
- Honors: Phi Beta Kappa
- Honors: Phi Sigma Tau
- Major: Philosophy
- Minor: Math
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Mitchell A. Stephens
This attorney practices in Utah and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Litigation and Appeals | Since 2024 |
| Personal Injury | Since 2024 |