Kurt Hawes

Kurt O. Hawes is a business lawyer whose practice includes estate planning, probate and trust administration, family law, and personal injury matters. He also has significant experience in tax disputes, government relations, corporate matters, and business litigation. His work helps individuals and businesses address legal issues involving contracts, property, employment, and financial disputes. Clients value his practical guidance, broad experience, and ability to manage matters across several areas.

Kurt earned his J.D. from BYU Law School. He also received his M.B.A. from Brigham Young University. His education gave him a strong foundation in legal analysis, business strategy, problem-solving, and advocacy. That background supports his work in business law, tax matters, estate planning, and litigation.

Throughout his career, Kurt has handled tax disputes at both the administrative and judicial levels and has represented clients before the IRS in income, gift, estate, and fuel tax matters. He has also worked on property disputes, employment litigation, and contract litigation. His experience as general counsel for a biodiesel production company strengthened his understanding of audits, reporting issues, and business operations. Clients benefit from his practical and well-rounded legal perspective.

Kurt O. Hawes also brings valuable litigation and judicial experience to his practice. He served as a federal judicial law clerk for the Honorable Dee Benson, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Utah. That experience strengthened his understanding of courtroom procedure and legal reasoning. Clients rely on his clear advice, disciplined preparation, and broad legal knowledge when facing disputes, planning needs, or important decisions affecting their families, property, and businesses.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Harward & Hawes
• Member, Utah State Bar

Licensed State

• Utah

Education

• Brigham Young University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Brigham Young University
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• University of Utah
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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