Utah State Bar Honors 33 Attorneys for 50 Years of Distinguished Legal Service
SALT LAKE CITY, June 25, 2025 – The Utah State Bar proudly announces the celebration of 33 attorneys who have reached an extraordinary milestone with 50 years of active licensure and service in the legal profession. These dedicated individuals will be formally recognized during a special ceremony at the Bar’s Annual Meeting, the evening of Thursday, June 26th, at This Is The Place Heritage Park.
Each honoree will receive a commemorative plaque in recognition of their five decades of service, leadership, and enduring impact on the legal landscape of Utah. This annual tradition not only honors personal achievement, but also reflects the strength, integrity, and continuity of the legal profession.
“These attorneys have spent a lifetime upholding the principles of justice, advocating for clients, mentoring future legal minds, and strengthening our communities,” said Elizabeth Wright, Executive Director of the Utah State Bar. “Their careers are testaments to the lasting value of dedication and ethical practice in law.”
Over the past 50 years, these attorneys have contributed to the legal profession and public good through:
- Landmark Advocacy: Playing key roles in precedent-setting cases that have helped shape Utah law.
- Mentorship and Education: Sharing their knowledge generously, guiding countless young lawyers with wisdom and integrity.
- Community Engagement: Providing pro bono service and participating in civic and charitable efforts that have enhanced the quality of life in Utah.
- Leadership: Serving in prominent positions across the legal community, including within the Bar, judiciary, academia, and various professional organizations.
The Utah State Bar commends these 33 individuals for their legacy of service and the positive mark they continue to leave on the legal profession and the people of Utah.
1975-2025 Honorees:
| Edward F. Allebest
Gary N. Anderson John J. Borsos Allan T. Brinkerhoff Robert R. Brown Jon J. Bunderson Roger P. Christensen Charles W. Dahlquist, II Scott Daniels Dennis C. Ferguson Dennis M. Fuchs G. Richard Hill Connie C. Holbrook James R. Holbrook D. Miles Holman James S. Jardine Julian D. Jensen |
Ernest W. Jones
John T. Kesler Michael R. Labrum Judith F. Lever W. Waldan Lloyd R. Collin Mangrum Harold D. Mitchell Paul T. Moxley William B. Parsons, III Bradley P. Rich Reed M. Richards Terrell W. Smith Jeffrey C. Swinton Robert B. Sykes Frank M. Wells Francis M. Wikstrom
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About the Utah State Bar
Established in 1931 and operating under the authority of the Utah Supreme Court, the Utah State Bar regulates and supports the legal profession in the state. With over 11,000 licensed attorneys, the Bar is committed to promoting a justice system that is accessible, understood, valued, and respected. Governed by a Commission of elected attorneys from Utah’s judicial districts, the Bar provides resources, education, and support to enhance the professional practice of its licensees and upholds the public’s trust in the legal system
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Jennifer Weaver
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Utah State Bar
Office: 801-746-5237 Cell: 385-329-3558
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