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Matthew J. Ence

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ATTORNEY AT LAW

Biography

Matt Ence is a shareholder whose practice is focused on real estate, land use, and municipal law, including representation of public infrastructure districts throughout Utah.  Matt seeks to solve legal problems for his clients using his broad understanding of legal principles and precedent, talent for understanding complex issues, unflappable nature, and his unique perspective gained by representing both private and public entities in his areas of practice. A southern Utah native, he combines his love for history and appreciation for tradition, with his recognition of the benefits of economic growth and leveraging technology for better results.

Education

  • Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School, Provo, Utah
    • J.D. – 2003
    • Honors: cum laude
    • Honors: Class Representative, Student Bar Association, 2000-2001
    • Law Review: BYU Law Review, Associate Editor, 2001 – 2002
  • Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah
    • B.S. – 1999
    • Honors: cum laude
    • Major: Economics
    • Minor: Political Science

Professional Associations & Civil Activities

  • Utah State Bar, Member, 2003 to Present
  • State Bar of Nevada, Member, 2004 to Present
  • Southern Utah Bar Association, Member, 2003 to Present
  • Southern Utah Bar Association, Board Member, 2014 to 2016
  • Southern Utah Community Legal Center Volunteer, 2003 to 2016
  • Santa Clara City Council, 2006 to 2010

Recognition & Awards

  • Utah Business Magazine’s Utah Legal Elite 2011
  • Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine 2022

Bar Admissions

  • Utah, 2003
  • Nevada, 2004
  • U.S. District Court District of Utah, 2003
  • U.S. District Court District of Nevada, 2004

Past Positions

  • City of Santa Clara, Utah, City Councilman, 2006 to 2013

Pro-Bono Activities

  • Southern Utah Community Legal Center – Talk to a Lawyer Participant, 2003 to 2016