Brian Shelley
About Brian Shelley
Brian Shelley is a lawyer based in St. George, UT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Brian Shelley is recognized in the following practice area:
- St. George, Utah
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Swenson & Shelley
Education: Pepperdine University, J.D., graduated 2011
Location: St. George, UT
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