Steven Linton

Steven Linton

Salt Lake City, UT recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022
The Advocates - Utah

5 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Litigation - Insurance Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

Biography

Steven Linton is a highly respected personal injury attorney practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. Recognized by Best Lawyers since 2022, Steven specializes in Litigation – Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs. His recognition reflects the esteem of his peers and his exceptional reputation in the legal community.

With over two decades of experience at The Advocates, Steven has successfully represented thousands of clients across Utah and the western United States, securing millions of dollars in compensation for victims of car accidents, motorcycle crashes, wrongful death, slip-and-fall incidents, and complex mass torts. Prior to joining The Advocates, he spent five years at a prominent insurance defense firm, gaining valuable insight into how insurers evaluate and defend claims—knowledge he now leverages to achieve favorable results for his clients.

Steven’s practice includes high-stakes litigation, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including cases involving severe injuries, reconstructive surgery, amputations, and long-term disabilities. He has played a key role in national product liability cases, including litigation against drug manufacturers such as Phen-Fen, VIOXX, and Yaz/Yasmin, collaborating with leading trial attorneys across the country.

In addition to his litigation work, Steven is recognized as a leader in legal technology, serving on advisory boards and consulting with law firms to improve case management, efficiency, and client communication. Fluent in Spanish, he provides exceptional service to a diverse clientele, including international clients.

Outside of the office, Steven enjoys traveling, cooking Italian and Mexican cuisine, exploring new restaurants, and supporting college sports, particularly BYU football.

The Advocates - Utah

5 Best Lawyers awards

The Advocates - Utah logo

Overview

  • Spanish

  • Brigham Young University, B.A., History; Minor, International Relations (Spanish Emphasis), graduated 1997
  • University of Utah, J.D., graduated 2001

  • Utah, All Utah State Courts, 2002
  • Utah, Utah State Bar, 2002
  • Spanish
  • Utah, All Utah State Courts, 2002
  • Utah, Utah State Bar, 2002
  • Brigham Young University, B.A., History; Minor, International Relations (Spanish Emphasis), graduated 1997
  • University of Utah, J.D., graduated 2001

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Litigation - Insurance
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

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