Salt Lake City, Utah · Federal & State Courts
Criminal Defense
Attorney
Over 35 years defending your rights across Utah and Wyoming. Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. Top 100 Trial Lawyer. Mountain States Super Lawyer.
Salt Lake City, Utah · Federal & State Courts
Over 35 years defending your rights across Utah and Wyoming. Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. Top 100 Trial Lawyer. Mountain States Super Lawyer.
Awards & Recognition
Recognition from the nation's most respected legal organizations, reflecting decades of exceptional advocacy, mentorship, and community service.
American Bar Foundation
Fellow of the American Bar Foundation
Highest Peer HonorFellowship in the American Bar Foundation is extended by invitation to attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the welfare of their communities and to the advancement of justice. Fewer than one-third of one percent of all licensed attorneys in the United States hold this distinction — elected by peers, it represents the highest recognition for professional achievement, ethical standards, and service to the law.
Utah State Bar
Litigator of the Year, 2021
Awarded by the Utah State Bar in recognition of exceptional skill, integrity, and achievement in litigation — honoring the attorney who best exemplifies excellence at trial during the preceding year.
Utah State Bar · 2021Utah State Bar
Mentor of the Year — James B. Lee Mentoring Award, 2021
The James B. Lee Mentoring Award honors attorneys who go beyond the practice of law to invest in the next generation of lawyers — exemplifying the highest traditions of professionalism, guidance, and generosity of spirit.
Utah State Bar · 2021Mountain States — 10× Selection
Super Lawyer
Selected 10 times (2013–2014, 2018–2025) to the Super Lawyers list, representing the top 5% of attorneys as determined by peer nomination and independent research.
Top 5% of AttorneysUtah Business Magazine
Utah's Legal Elite
Peer-selected recognition by fellow attorneys through Utah Business Magazine, honoring outstanding legal professionals across the state of Utah.
Peer SelectedThe National Trial Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyer
Invitation-only recognition awarded to the top 100 trial lawyers in each state, based on qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence, stature, and profile.
Invitation OnlyAttorney Profile
Mr. Wall has spent his career fighting for the rights of those accused of crimes. His practice encompasses both state and federal courts in Utah and Wyoming, from misdemeanor charges to capital cases.
With hundreds of cases tried — including violence, murder, sex offenses, shaken baby syndrome, bank robbery, money laundering, tax fraud, drug conspiracy, murder-for-hire, and bombings — he brings unmatched trial experience to every defense.
Mr. Wall clerked for the Honorable judges of the 9th Judicial District of Wyoming and served as a deputy county and prosecuting attorney for Fremont County, Wyoming. This experience from both sides of the courtroom gives him an invaluable perspective in building defense strategies.
His appellate practice includes the Utah Supreme Court, Utah Court of Appeals, Wyoming Supreme Court, Federal Courts of Appeals, the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.
Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Wall is recognized as a mentor and leader within the Utah legal community, having received the Utah State Bar's James B. Lee Mentoring Award and the Litigator of the Year award, both in 2021.
Areas of Practice
From misdemeanor defense to the most serious federal charges — Mr. Wall brings the same preparation and tenacity to every case.
DUI
DUI defense requires challenging the traffic stop, field sobriety testing, breathalyzer calibration, and chain of custody. Mr. Wall scrutinizes every element of the state's case to protect your license and your record.
Drugs
From simple possession to large-scale federal trafficking conspiracies, Mr. Wall defends clients at every level — challenging search and seizure, chain of custody, and informant reliability.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence charges carry consequences far beyond criminal penalties. Mr. Wall provides aggressive defense while navigating protective orders and family court implications.
Assault
Assault, battery, and aggravated assault cases often hinge on credibility and self-defense claims. Mr. Wall has extensive experience contesting the prosecution's narrative at trial.
Theft
Theft, robbery, burglary, and related property crimes — Mr. Wall challenges identification evidence, intent, and the sufficiency of the prosecution's proof at every stage.
Firearms
Federal and state firearms charges carry mandatory minimums that demand aggressive early defense. Mr. Wall challenges possession, knowledge, and the constitutionality of searches.
Murder
Mr. Wall has tried murder, aggravated murder, manslaughter, murder-for-hire, and capital cases. These matters demand an attorney with the trial experience to challenge every piece of the prosecution's evidence.
Sex Offenses
Sex offense charges require immediate, experienced legal counsel. Mr. Wall defends clients against allegations of sexual assault, rape, and offenses involving minors, including internet-based charges.
Fraud
Tax fraud, bank fraud, forgery, and identity theft — fraud cases are document-intensive and require deep forensic analysis. Mr. Wall has the experience to dismantle complex government financial cases.
White Collar
RICO, money laundering, securities fraud, and other white-collar offenses involve complex federal statutes. Mr. Wall's background includes defending clients in major federal white-collar investigations.
Federal Cases
Federal prosecution brings overwhelming resources and near-certain conviction statistics. Mr. Wall's admission to the U.S. Supreme Court and decades of federal practice give clients a genuine fighting chance.
Explosives and Bombing Cases
Destructive device and bombing charges are among the most serious federal offenses. Mr. Wall has tried bombing cases and brings specialized experience to these complex, high-stakes prosecutions.
Since Utah legalized surrogacy in 2005, Mr. Wall has reviewed Gestational Agreements for surrogates, ensuring they fully understand their rights and the terms of their agreement before signing.
Meetings available after hours and on weekends to accommodate busy families.
Intellectual property and copyright defense on an exclusive and limited basis for select clients and nationally significant works.
Notable matters: Vatican Library License for Arnold Friberg's "Prayer at Valley Forge" ($36 million case), Edward J. Fraughton, and Blair Buswell.
Experience
Every case is different. No outcome is guaranteed. But preparation, experience, and the willingness to go to trial make all the difference.
Trial Experience Includes
Violence, murder, sex offenses, shaken baby syndrome, bank robbery, money laundering, tax fraud, drug conspiracy, murder-for-hire, and bombings. From misdemeanor defense to the most serious federal charges.
Appellate Courts
Utah Supreme Court, Utah Court of Appeals, Wyoming Supreme Court, Federal Courts of Appeals, Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.
Get in Touch
Time matters in criminal cases. All consultations are confidential — attorney-client privilege attaches from your first communication.
Office Location
Edwin S. Wall
43 East 400 South
Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
Phone
Office Hours
Weekdays 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Evening appointments available
Schedule a Consultation
Do not delay — early intervention in a criminal matter is often the single most important step you can take. Call or email today to discuss your situation in complete confidence.
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