District of Utah

The District of Utah is a United States federal district court with jurisdiction over federal cases in Utah. The court is headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT. As a trial-level court in the federal judiciary, it serves as the entry point for most federal litigation within its geographic boundaries.

Court Overview

The District of Utah falls within the jurisdiction of the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. All appeals from this district are heard by the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Courthouse Address

350 South Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101

Visit the official court website: https://www.utd.uscourts.gov/

Types of Cases Handled

Federal district courts handle a wide range of cases including federal criminal prosecutions, civil cases involving federal law or diversity jurisdiction, constitutional challenges, habeas corpus petitions, bankruptcy appeals, immigration proceedings, admiralty and maritime cases, and disputes involving federal agencies. The District of Utah regularly adjudicates matters related to federal criminal defense, civil rights, employment discrimination, intellectual property, securities regulation, and environmental compliance.

Federal Practice Areas

Attorneys practicing before the District of Utah may specialize in:

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Local Rules & Procedures

The District of Utah maintains local rules that supplement the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure. Attorneys must comply with these local rules when filing documents and appearing before the court. Access the court's local rules on the official court website, or use our local rules search tool.