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Relentless Advocacy in High-Stakes Litigation
Burbidge | Mitchell is one of the most respected trial law firms in the Western United States, based right here in Salt Lake City. Since its founding in 1976, the firm has built a legacy of taking on the toughest cases and winning. They specialize in complex civil litigation, focusing on catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, and high-stakes business disputes. The attorneys at Burbidge | Mitchell are not just litigators; they are true trial lawyers who prepare every case as if it will go before a jury. This relentless preparation often leads to significant settlements, as opponents know the firm is fully capable of securing a verdict in the courtroom.
Catastrophic Injury and Wrongful Death
When tragedy strikes, families need a champion. Burbidge | Mitchell handles cases involving life-altering injuries and the loss of life with compassion and ferocity. Their practice areas include:
- Aviation and Transportation Disasters: Representing victims of plane crashes, trucking accidents, and other mass transit failures.
- Product Liability: Holding manufacturers accountable for defective products that cause severe harm.
- Medical Malpractice: seeking justice for patients injured by medical negligence or surgical errors.
- Recreational Accidents: Handling complex cases involving ski resort liability and outdoor recreation injuries.
Complex Business Litigation
In the corporate world, Burbidge | Mitchell is the firm companies call when the stakes are highest. They handle bet-the-company
litigation, where the survival of a business may be on the line. Areas of expertise include:
- Shareholder Disputes: Resolving internal conflicts and breach of fiduciary duty claims.
- Intellectual Property: Protecting trade secrets, patents, and trademarks from infringement.
- Real Estate Litigation: Representing developers and owners in multi-million dollar property disputes.
Trusted by Peers and Clients
The firm’s reputation for excellence is widely recognized. Managing Partner Richard D. Burbidge has been inducted into the Inner Circle of Advocates, an invitation-only group of the top 100 plaintiff lawyers in the nation. The firm is consistently ranked Tier 1 by Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers. If you are looking to find a lawyer for a case where failure is not an option, Burbidge | Mitchell offers the elite representation you need.
Located in the iconic Second + State building in downtown Salt Lake City, the firm operates from a position of strength. Whether you need to hire an attorney to fight a massive insurance company or to protect your business from a hostile action, Burbidge | Mitchell has the resources, experience, and grit to deliver results.
We fight tirelessly for our clients in cases involving catastrophic injury and wrongful death, as well as complex business and commercial litigation. We earn our reputation every day – tackling the most complex cases, in and out of the courtroom.
Specializing In
Catastrophic Injury, Wrongful Death, Business Litigation, Product Liability
Address & Location
Burbidge | Mitchell is located at 215 S State St, Suite 920, Salt Lake City, UT 84111.
Building Location
The firm’s office is in the Second + State building (formerly Parkside Tower), a prominent high-rise at the corner of 200 South and State Street. The building features a distinctive angular top and is a landmark in the Central Business District.
Suite Access
Suite 920 is on the 9th floor. Visitors can access the elevators through the newly renovated main lobby on State Street.
Parking Details
Parking is available in the attached parking structure, which is accessible from 200 South. The building also offers bike storage.
Public Transit
The Gallivan Plaza TRAX Station is just one block away, providing easy access via the Blue and Green lines.
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