Introduction
Attorney James Stevens built a Utah criminal defense and family law practice around a specific operational philosophy: legal representation should be quick, painless, and affordable. That objective drives concrete decisions about how the firm is structured. Stevens Law accepts multiple fee arrangements, traditional hourly retainers, flat fee services, and limited scope representation, so clients can match the billing model to their situation. Military and student discounts are available. Free initial consultations are standard.
The practice operates from 298 24th Street, Suite 205, Ogden, UT 84401, reachable at 801-436-5757, with an additional American Fork location extending service to Utah County residents. Stevens Law serves clients in Weber, Davis, and Salt Lake Counties across criminal defense and family law.
Practice Areas
DUI Defense
DUI defense is a defined specialty within the firm. Utah has the lowest legal blood alcohol concentration threshold in the United States at 0.05%, which means Utah DUI charges can arise at blood alcohol levels that would not constitute a violation in most other states. Attorney Stevens understands both the technical defense dimensions, proper traffic stops, field sobriety test administration, breath and blood test accuracy, and the procedural urgency that follows an arrest.
A critical deadline exists following a DUI arrest in Utah: there is a 15-day window to request a driver license hearing. Missing this window forfeits the right to contest administrative suspension separately from the criminal proceeding. Stevens emphasizes this timeline to clients immediately, as protecting driving privileges often depends on action taken in those first two weeks.
The DUI defense practice covers all alcohol-related offenses, from standard misdemeanor charges to felony DUI cases involving injuries or multiple prior convictions. Stevens represents clients in both criminal court proceedings and administrative license hearings.
Criminal Defense
Beyond DUI, the criminal defense practice covers drug charges, domestic violence, assault, battery, theft crimes, and violent offenses. The firm handles both misdemeanor and felony criminal matters across Weber, Davis, and Salt Lake Counties.
Defense strategy begins with an honest assessment of the available facts, the strength of the prosecution case, and the realistic range of outcomes. That assessment drives the decision about whether to pursue dismissal, take the case to trial, or negotiate toward a favorable resolution. Clients receive direct communication about where their case stands and what the realistic options are.
Divorce and Family Law
The family law practice covers divorce, child custody arrangements, property division, and alimony determinations. Stevens Law handles both straightforward and contested divorce proceedings, with the same efficiency-oriented approach that characterizes the criminal defense work.
The practice serves clients in Weber, Davis, and Salt Lake Counties, with the American Fork office extending coverage to Utah County residents managing divorce or custody matters in the courts that serve that area.
Technology-Driven Efficiency
Attorney Stevens emphasizes investment in technology as a means of reducing the time and cost of legal representation. The practical effect for clients is that the firm can handle matters more efficiently than practices that rely on older administrative processes. That efficiency is part of how the firm delivers affordable legal representation without reducing the quality of the work.
Attorney Profiles
James Stevens is the principal attorney of the firm. He practices criminal defense and family law with an emphasis on making the legal system accessible and affordable. His practice includes DUI defense, drug charges, domestic violence, assault and battery, theft crimes, violent offenses, and comprehensive divorce and custody representation. He is licensed to practice in Utah courts across Weber, Davis, Salt Lake, and Utah Counties.
The firm offers free initial consultations, military discounts, and student discounts, reflecting a client base that includes people who would otherwise struggle to access quality legal representation.
Location and Service Area
The primary office is at 298 24th Street, Suite 205, Ogden, UT 84401. The American Fork office serves Utah County clients. Together, the two locations cover the Wasatch Front corridor that includes Ogden, Salt Lake City, and the Utah Valley communities south of the metro area.
The firm is reached at 801-436-5757. Free consultations are available.
Client Focus
The people who call Stevens Law are typically facing an immediate legal crisis: a DUI arrest, a criminal charge, or a divorce filing. They need clear information about their situation, realistic guidance about outcomes, and a billing structure they can manage. The firm’s multiple fee options, hourly retainers, flat fees, and limited scope representation, give clients the ability to match their legal needs with their financial capacity.
Military members and students receive specific discounts, acknowledging that these populations often have particular financial constraints while facing legal matters that require professional representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 15-day deadline after a Utah DUI arrest?
Following a DUI arrest in Utah, there is a 15-day window to request a hearing with the Utah Driver License Division to contest the administrative suspension of driving privileges. Missing this deadline means the suspension proceeds without a hearing. Attorney Stevens addresses this deadline immediately with DUI clients because protecting driving privileges requires action in the first two weeks after arrest.
What payment options does Stevens Law offer?
The firm accepts traditional hourly retainer arrangements, flat fee billing for certain matter types, and limited scope representation, in which the client retains the attorney for specific tasks rather than full representation. Military and student discounts are also available. Free initial consultations allow clients to understand their options before any financial commitment.
Does the firm serve Utah County as well as Weber County?
Yes. The American Fork office serves Utah County clients, and the Ogden office serves Weber County and surrounding areas including Davis and Salt Lake Counties. The full Wasatch Front corridor is within the firm reach.
What is the blood alcohol concentration limit for DUI in Utah?
Utah sets the legal limit at 0.05% blood alcohol concentration, which is lower than the 0.08% standard in most other states. Drivers who would not be over the legal limit in other states can face DUI charges in Utah. This makes local legal knowledge particularly valuable for anyone charged with DUI in the state.
Does the firm handle felony-level criminal charges?
Yes. Stevens Law handles both misdemeanor and felony criminal matters, including serious charges like violent offenses. The firm assesses every case individually and develops a defense strategy based on the specific facts and available defenses.
Closing
A 0.05% blood alcohol limit, a 15-day administrative deadline after arrest, multiple fee structures, and two office locations covering the Wasatch Front, Stevens Law, PC delivers criminal defense and family law representation built around the realities Utah clients face. The Ogden office at 298 24th Street, Suite 205 is reached at 801-436-5757. Additional information is at attorneystevens.com