Wade Taylor

Wade Taylor is a partner at Nelson, Taylor & Associates PLLC in Salt Lake City, where he represents clients in a wide range of legal matters. With over 15 years of expertise, he focuses on family law, divorce, custody disputes, estate planning, probate, DUI defense, criminal law, personal injury, and business law. Known for his determined advocacy, Taylor is recognized as a renowned voice in Utah’s legal community and has developed a strong reputation for helping clients through difficult and complex cases.

Taylor earned his B.A. from Colgate University before completing his J.D. at Seton Hall Law School. Following his education, he was admitted to the Utah Bar in 2004. He was also admitted to practice before the state courts of New York and New Jersey, as well as the Utah U.S. District Court. His academic training and broad admissions background allow him to approach legal matters with insight and precision.

Taylor has helped people facing some of life’s most stressful challenges throughout his career. He has served as Editor-in-Chief of the Utah Family Law Bar Journal. He sits on the Divorce Education for Children Subcommittee for the Utah State Courts, working to improve outcomes for families. Earlier in his career, he practiced with the international law firm DeHeng Chen & Chen in New York City, where he handled international business law issues. In Utah, he has become a respected authority on family law, frequently appearing on radio and television programs to guide the public.

Wade Taylor is compassionate, straightforward, and effective for his clients. He is praised for being honest about expectations, communicating clearly, and fighting for the best possible outcomes. His blend of courtroom skill, professional leadership, and client dedication makes him a highly regarded attorney across northern Utah.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Nelson, Taylor & Associates, PLLC
• Member, Utah State Bar, Family Law & Young Lawyers Section
• Member, Salt Lake County Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Utah
• New York
• New Jersey

Education

• Seton Hall Law School
  Juris Doctorate (JD)
• Colgate University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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