David B. Hartvigsen

Environmental Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Salt Lake City, Utah

38+ years experience

Smith Hartvigsen PLLC

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

801-413-1600

https://smithhartvigsen.com/david-b-hartvigsen-emeritus/

257 East 200 South, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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Bio

David B. Hartvigsen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law and Water Law. David B., who practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Utah

State Capital

Salt Lake City

Highest Court

Utah Supreme Court

Bar Association

Utah State Bar

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Environmental Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Environmental Law
Recognized: Water Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015

Education

University of Utah, J.D., graduated 1987

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Reviews

Christopher Miller

3 months ago

An invaluable guide through complex water rights litigation

Our family faced a daunting and complex water rights dispute involving an agricultural property we inherited. Navigating the legal intricacies felt overwhelming. David Hartvigsen was recommended to us, and his 38 years of experience were immediately evident. He possesses a profound, practical understanding of Utah water law that goes far beyond textbook knowledge. David meticulously explained our position, the relevant statutes, and our options with remarkable clarity. His recognition in environmental and water law is well-deserved. He guided us through negotiations with a steady hand, achieving a favorable settlement that secured our water access for generations. His professionalism and deep expertise at Smith Hartvigsen PLLC made an incredibly stressful process manageable. We cannot recommend him highly enough.