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Contact
Email
rnelson@ruddfirm.com
Phone
(801) 980-9259
Address
10150 South Centennial Parkway, Sandy, UT, 84070, US
Professional
About
Since 2010, my legal practice has been focused on estate planning and asset protection. I've always been focused on three things: 1) Ensure my clients have good counsel and that they understand their estate plans; 2) Provide current and customized estate plans; and 3) Provide prompt and thorough service. Somethings to know about me that some people find interesting: I was in the Marine Corps Reserves for 10 years; I lived in Norway for two years; I have lived in five states: Utah, California, Hawaii, Connecticut, and Florida; and I played rugby for a college club team.
About Probate Law
Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.
Credentials
Education
2010 Brigham Young University-J. Reuben Clark Law School JD - Juris Doctor 2006 Utah Valley University B.S.
Languages
English | Norwegian
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2021 Rising Star, Super Lawyer's Magazine 2021 Avvo, Client's Choice 2020 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine 2019 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine 2019 Estate Planning & Wills Lawyer of the Year Rocky Mountains, US Business News Legal Elite Awards
Publications
2010 Brigham Young University Law Review Inverse Condemnation Actions Present Unique Problems When Determining "Just Compensation"
Associations
2013 - Present Utah State Bar, Elder Law Section Member 2011 - Present Utah State Bar, Estate Planning Section Member 2010 - Present Utah State Bar Member 2008 - Present Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity Member 2005 - Present Phi Theta Kapa Member
Speaking
2012 Quarterly 401K Review Estate Planning Basics
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Updated: Jun 02, 2026