James Haskins assists clients successfully navigate some of the most challenging and tumultuous times of their lives. “Jim,” as he is affectionately known by past and present clients alike, focuses on client’s needs and objectives in the areas of divorce and custody, criminal defense, and civil litigation. Prior to being licensed in Utah in 1980, Jim was licensed to practice in California where he graduated from Southwestern Law School in 1978.
For over 33 years, Jim has been a trusted advocate and counselor to his clients he now considers family. As a skilled attorney, he has tried countless cases to juries and the courts alike. During his litigation career, Jim has tried and appealed a number of cases that have gone on to break new ground and change the status quo. Establishing himself as a proven appellate attorney, Jim has challenged the law in the areas of divorce, custody, alimony, and property rights.
As a seasoned litigation attorney, Jim enjoys devoting his time and attention to cases where he can make the greatest impact. Divorce and custody cases present a particular challenge that Jim enjoys as he focuses on the needs and objectives of his clients and their family relationships. As a true advocate and defender of the accused, Jim spends a significant amount of time protecting other’s constitutional rights and privileges as a criminal defense attorney.
Admissions
- Utah since 1980
- California since 1979
Areas of Practice
Appellate Opinions
- State v. Tucker, 96 P.3d 368, 2004 UT App 217 (Utah App. 2004)
- Terry v. Bacon, 269 P.3d 188, 2011 UT App 432 (Utah App. 2011)
- Bangerter v. Petty, 184 P.3d 1249, 2008 UT App 153 (Utah App. 2008)
- Bangerter v. Petty, 225 P.3d 874, 2009 UT 67 (Utah 2009)
- Bangerter v. Petty, 228 P.3d 1250, 2010 UT App 49 (Utah App. 2010)
- Citton v. Warnick, 971154-CA
- Soules v. Curtis, 2003 UT App 299, 20020542-CA
- Kelley v. Kelley, 9 P.3d 171, 2000 UT App 236 (Utah App. 2000)
- Kelley v. Kelley, 79 P.3d 428, 2003 UT App 317 (Utah App. 2003)
- Orlob v. Wasatch Management, 33 P.3d 1078, 2001 UT App 287 (Utah App. 2001)
- Wardley Better Homes and Garden v. Cannon, 21 P.3d 235, 2001 UT App 48 (Utah App. 2001)
- Orlob v. Wasatch Medical Management, 124 P.3d 269, 2005 UT App 430 (Utah App. 2005)
- State ex rel. M.W., 970 P.2d 284 (Utah App. 1998)
- Industrial Power Contractors v. Industrial Com’n of Utah, 832 P.2d 477 (Utah App. 1992)
- Pratt v. Pugh, 238 P.3d 1073, 2010 UT App 219 (Utah App. 2010)
- State ex rel. M.W., 12 P.3d 80, 2000 UT 79 (Utah 2000)
- Gurule v. Salt Lake County, 69 P.3d 1287, 2003 UT 25 (Utah 2003)
- Norman v. Arnold, 57 P.3d 997, 2002 UT 81 (Utah 2002)
- Wilson v. Valley Mental Health, 969 P.2d 416 (Utah 1998)
- Coulon v. Coulon, 915 P.2d 1069 (Utah App. 1996)
- State v. Cosey, 873 P.2d 1177 (Utah App. 1994)
- Myers v. Myers, 768 P.2d 979 (Utah App. 1989)
- Wall v. Wall, 700 P.2d 1124 (Utah 1985)
