Appellate Law Attorneys in Utah

Appellate attorneys handle cases that are taken to a higher court after a trial court has issued a decision. If you believe a judge made a legal error in your civil rights case, an appellate attorney can review what happened, argue your case before an appeals court, and fight to have the decision reversed or changed in your favor.

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Anna Christiansen

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Christensen & Jensen

📍Salt Lake City, UT

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Appellate Law · Civil Rights · Constitutional Law · Due Process · False Arrest · Police Brutality · Police Misconduct · Wrongful Death · Wrongful Imprisonment

Anna Christiansen is a civil rights attorney whose practice focuses on holding law enforcement and government entities accountable for constitutional violations. She represents individuals and families who have suffered ... Read More →

State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits

For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.

Civil Rights & Personal Injury4 years

Utah Code Ann. § 78B-2-307(3)

Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.

Notice of Claim Against Government365 days

Utah Code Ann. § 63G-7-401

Notice of claim must be filed within 1 year under the Utah Governmental Immunity Act. Failure to file is jurisdictional.

Qualified ImmunityFederal Doctrine Applies

Utah has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.