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5 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Salt Lake City (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Lorian Hartfield
By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Updated · 8 min read

We compared 19 criminal defense lawyers in Salt Lake City on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

An arrest does not give you time to shop around. The criminal defense lawyers in Salt Lake City on this page hold 1,291 Google reviews between them, with ratings from 4.7 to 5.0 and review counts that run from 144 up to 586, so the useful question is how much proof of a track record you want behind the stars.

Short answer: Wasatch Defense Lawyers leads with 4.9 stars across 586 Google reviews, the largest review base here. Law Office of Brent J Huff holds a 5.0 on 175 reviews and Conyers & Nix a 4.9 on 144. Legal fees depend on the charge and the case, so ask each office for a written fee quote at the first consultation.
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Salt Lake City Defense Firms, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Wasatch Defense Lawyers 4.9 ★ 586 Deepest review history View ›
2 Law Office of Brent J Huff 5.0 ★ 175 Perfect 5.0 rating View ›
3 Intermountain Legal, P.C. 4.8 ★ 189 Criminal defense plus family law View ›
4 Susanne Gustin, Attorney at Law 4.7 ★ 197 Immigration-sensitive cases View ›
5 Conyers & Nix 4.9 ★ 144 Candid, one-on-one advice View ›
5 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Salt Lake City (2026)

The firms, reviewed one by one

Wasatch Defense Lawyers logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Wasatch Defense Lawyers

4.9586 Google reviews

Wasatch Defense Lawyers is a Salt Lake City criminal defense firm with an office on South Main Street. Google lists it as a criminal justice attorney and shows it open every day of the week, with long evening hours. Reviewers name several attorneys and support staff, which points to a team practice rather than a single lawyer.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe a responsive team, from receptionist and paralegals to attorneys
  • Clients say options and realistic expectations were explained step by step
  • Several reviewers say they were happy with the outcome of their case
  • Open seven days a week on Google, with late evening hours

Worth knowing

  • Its site text was not available to us, so practice areas are taken from Google and reviews
  • A small share of its 586 reviews are low ratings
Reputation scorecardrank in Salt Lake City
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume586 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It ranks first because 586 reviews at 4.9 is a larger body of evidence than anything else on the page. A good starting call if you want a team that answers quickly.

Website+1801-459-8909 Directions

299 S Main St #1317, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Law Office of Brent J Huff

5.0175 Google reviews

The Law Office of Brent J Huff is a Salt Lake City criminal defense practice on South 600 East. Its site lists domestic violence, drug crimes, DUI/DWI, expungements, property crimes, sex crimes and weapons charges, and tells visitors not to talk to the police before a confidential consultation. It describes itself as defending clients across Utah.

What people praise

  • Reviewers say Brent lays out multiple options and possible outcomes
  • Clients praise prompt replies and regular updates from the office
  • One parent credits him with calming a stressful speeding case for their son
  • Rated 5.0 on Google, with only one rating below five stars

Worth knowing

  • Office hours on Google run weekdays, 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Smaller review base than the firm ranked above it
Reputation scorecardrank in Salt Lake City
Rating5 / 5
Review volume175 · 82nd
Confidencemoderate
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 5.0 on 175 reviews is a strong signal, and the site lists a wide range of charge types. It sits below Wasatch on proven volume, not on quality.

Website+1801-641-9620 Directions

40 S 600 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84102

Susanne Gustin, Attorney at Law logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days

Susanne Gustin, Attorney at Law

4.7197 Google reviews

Susanne Gustin, Attorney at Law is a solo criminal defense practice in Salt Lake City, with an office on South Main Street. Her site calls her a fourth-generation lawyer and a top-rated criminal defense attorney in Utah. Reviews describe her handling theft charges, a traffic case and a serious investigation.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe her as responsive, including late-evening conversations
  • One client says she worked with their immigration attorney to weigh the effect of a plea
  • Clients say she was straight about what was realistic from the start
  • One reviewer credits her with persuading prosecutors not to file charges

Worth knowing

  • A solo practice, so ask about availability around court dates
  • A few low ratings sit among its 197 reviews
Reputation scorecardrank in Salt Lake City
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume197 · 92nd
Confidencemoderate
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The reviews that stand out here involve cases with something extra at stake, like immigration status. It ranks fourth on rating, a 4.7, even with a large number of reviews.

Website+1801-243-2814 Directions

299 S Main St Ste 1300, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Conyers & Nix logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Conyers & Nix

4.9144 Google reviews

Conyers & Nix is a Salt Lake City criminal defense practice with an office on East 200 South. Google lists it as a criminal justice attorney and shows a phone number but no website, so a call is the way in. Reviews mostly center on attorney Jesse Nix and one mention of Kate.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe patient explanations and quick responses
  • One client says he was told what he did and did not need to pay for
  • A repeat client says a plea deal was negotiated and honest advice followed later
  • Rated 4.9 on Google

Worth knowing

  • No website listed, so there is little to read before calling
  • Fewest reviews of the firms here, at 144
Reputation scorecardrank in Salt Lake City
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume144 · 76th
Confidencemoderate
Recency6 months ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-rated option for people who want to talk to a lawyer directly. With no website, confirm practice areas and fees on the first call.

+1385-444-2442 Directions

445 E 200 S #130, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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How the scorecards work

Every number on this page is taken from public Google data on the date shown. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many people have rated the firm, compared with other Salt Lake City criminal defense lawyers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 on hundreds of reviews counts for more than a 5.0 on a few dozen. Recency shows how recently reviews are still arriving. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What does a criminal defense lawyer cost in Salt Lake City?

Defense fees vary widely with the charge, whether the case goes to trial, and how much work the lawyer expects. Many lawyers quote a flat fee for a defined stage or an hourly rate, and some require a retainer up front. We have no sourced price data for these firms, so we list none. Ask for the fee structure in writing at the first consultation.

Defense help across the Salt Lake Valley

The firms above have offices in Salt Lake City, on South Main Street, South 600 East, South 700 East and East 200 South. Looking for a criminal defense lawyer near me after an arrest? Each listing shows a live phone number, so you can reach the closest office quickly.

Questions to ask before you hire a defense lawyer

  • How many cases like mine have you handled in Utah courts?
  • Who will actually work on my case, and who will I speak to day to day?
  • Is your fee flat or hourly, and what does it cover?
  • What are my realistic options, including a plea?
  • How will you keep me updated before each court date?

Frequently asked questions

Should I talk to the police before calling a lawyer?

One firm here, the Law Office of Brent J Huff, advises on its site not to talk to the police before a confidential consultation. For advice on your own situation, speak with a licensed attorney.

Do all of these firms handle only criminal cases?

No. Intermountain Legal, P.C. says it specializes in criminal defense and family law, and its sampled reviews are mostly family cases. Ask any firm how much of its work is defense.

Where to start

Wasatch Defense Lawyers is the safe default on 586 reviews at 4.9, while Brent J Huff and Conyers & Nix show high ratings on smaller bases. Call two offices, ask about fees in writing, and pick the one that explains your options plainly.

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