Bretton K. Hadfield

Partner

Bretton represents clients in matters related to business, estate and litigation. He enjoys taking cases that allow him to provide help to those in difficult situations – when an injury, death or major economic loss has taken place. His business experience ranges from business startups and collections to complex business contracts, transactions and financing. Bretton’s estate planning expertise is expansive, covering the spectrum of simple wills and trusts to advanced asset and tax protection strategies. Bretton cares about establishing long term relationships with clients and appreciates those he has an opportunity to serve. He has been practicing law since 1998 and is a Cache Valley native who understands the importance of value for service.

Bretton and his wife KimberLeigh are family focused. He coaches youth sports including football and soccer. Bretton is an avid sportsman, passionate about fishing, hunting and competitive sports. He is a literature enthusiast who enjoys reading and writing and encouraging others to do the same.

Practice Areas

Education

Juris Doctorate, J. Reuben Clark Law School (B.Y.U.)

Bachelor of Arts, Utah State University

* Philosophy and Political Science (prelaw emphasis)
* Minor and Liberal Arts and Sciences Certificate

Admitted to practice

Utah

U.S. District Court, District of Utah

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & RECOGNITION

Utah State Bar Association

Utah Association for Justice

Cache County Bar Association

Estate Planning Council of Northern Utah, President 2009-2010

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Youth Little League Football Coach

Youth Soccer Coach

Youth BSA Leader

CrossFit Football Certified Trainer

Rotary Club (Inactive)

PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Philosophy (Ethics) Instructor, Utah Valley University

Selected Cases

$1,000,000 Policy Limits wrongful death settlement related to motorcycle accident

$ 800,000+ Judgment in commercial litigation case for breach of contract and negligent misrepresentation

$ 560,000+ Value of cash and assets for settlement of disputed trust and probate estate

$ 300,000+ Judgment in securities violation case, non-dischargeable in bankruptcy