The law firm of Winder & Counsel, PC was formed in 1983 by Donald J. Winder and Dennis V. Haslam. The firm is composed of experienced and dynamic attorneys representing numerous and varied clients.

The firm has three of counsel lawyers (one a medical doctor, another listed in Best Lawyers in America, and the third, a past president of the Utah State Bar).

In addition to the firm's commitment to high standards of professional competence and integrity, the firm maintains a strong tradition of service to the public and the Utah State Bar.

• Donald J. Winder
• John W. Holt
• Linette Bailey Hutton, R.N.
• Holly A. Petrik
• Marshall Blake Hill
• Dennis Flynn
• Lance Sorenson
• Jerald V. Hale
• Robert K. Rothfeder, M.D., of counsel
• Jennifer L. Falk, of counsel
• Dennis V. Haslam, of counsel
• David J. Weissman, of counsel

Donald J. Winder and David J. Weissman are listed in the Best Lawyers in America. Donald J. Winder is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, and is the only attorney in Utah to be a Civil Trial Diplomate of the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Donald J. Winder has been interviewed several times on Fox National News (live), CNN and CNN International, Global T.V., Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, and numerous times on and by Salt Lake City's local television stations and local, national and international newspapers.

David J. Weissman is listed in Law and Leading American Attorneys. John W. Holt is listed in The Insurance Bar (2005-06), a selected directory of preeminent lawyers.

The firm has the highest peer review rating given by Martindale-Hubbell ("AV"); has been approved by Best's Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys and Adjusters; is a member of International Society of Primerus Law Firms; and is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.

By combining law and medicine, we are also uniquely qualified to represent you or your organization in cases involving serious injury or complex medical issues. We know of no other firm in Utah comprised of an attorney who is also a medical doctor and an attorney who is also a registered nurse.

The highest accolade in the legal profession has come to Winder & Haslam through the firm's invitation for membership in the International Society of Primerus Law Firms, an organization that scrutinizes firms throughout the country, culling the cream of small to mid-sized law firms for this special honor.

Before extending an invitation, the Primerus Society requires answers to numerous questions, such as: do firm members present their cases well; do they file motions and briefs on time; are client phone calls answered quickly, and do the attorneys communicate all relevant information clearly and promptly?

Because of the reputation of the firm in the community, because of its professional expertise and because it has earned the seal of the International Society of Primerus Law Firms, any clients selecting the firm of Winder & Haslam will have chosen a firm with members dedicated to providing the highest quality of service.

Another great indication of experience is membership in the National Board of Trial Advocates. Donald J. Winder is the only attorney in Utah to be a Civil Trial Diplomate.

A listing of the many criteria necessary for Diplomate status may be found on the "Judging an Attorney" section of this web site.

One of the best indications of experience is membership in trial academies. The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) is the nation's premier trial academy.

Membership is by invitation only. A minimum of twenty jury trials (first chair) or ten jury trials and the equivalent bench trial experience is required. Further, all trials must be listed. Finally, each application is screened by and voted upon by the local chapter and the National Board of Directors.

Donald J. Winder is a proud member of ABOTA. He has served as part Utah Chapter President (1998 & 1999), served in 2002 on the National Board of Directors as a Presidential Appointee, and is again on the national Board of Directors (2005-current).

Another great indication of experience is the publication Best Lawyers in America. Donald J. Winder and David J. Weissman have been selected for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America. Best Lawyers has come to be regarded by both the legal profession and the public as the definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States.

Because Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which 15,000 leading attorneys throughout the country confidentially cast more than half a million "votes" on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their specialties, inclusion in Best Lawyers should be, and is, considered a singular honor.

Because lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed, Best Lawyers has gained the respect of the legal profession, the media and clients as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals anywhere. Less than 2% of the lawyers in Utah have been selected for this honor.