A Licensed Paralegal
Practitioner Law Practice
Legal disputes can be complicated and messy.
At Vanderhooft Legal, my goal is to work closely with you to ensure you receive excellent legal services at an affordable price.
About Peter Vanderhooft
I am a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner in the State of Utah (Bar # 61009) and a Registered Notary Public with the State of Utah.
Since 2017, I have been providing exceptional service for my clients. In 2018, I became a Certified Paralegal with the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). I am a member in good standing of the Utah Paralegal Association (UPA) and the Paralegal Division of the Utah State Bar.
Before fulfilling my dream of becoming a Paralegal, I worked as a Librarian with Salt Lake County and the University of Utah. I have a decade's worth of experience in reference and customer service. I became a Certified Records Analyst in 2018 and have extensive knowledge regarding records organization and management and legal research.
I am committed to providing excellent legal services for every client. I am passionate about access to justice, information literacy, and community service. I believe that every person deserves timely and affordable access to justice – both procedural and substantive. To that end, I strive to provide cost-effective services that help clients understand and make informed decisions regarding the legal issues they face. I work hard to ensure that my clients feel heard and believe they received fair treatment.
Although I work with clients of all types, I have dedicated my practice to helping underserved and marginalized populations, including the LGBTQ+ community and low-income individuals.
As a family law, debt collection, landlord tenant and divorce Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, I am committed to providing the assistance you need and deserve. If I can’t help, I will assist you in finding an attorney who can.
Working with a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) can help you accomplish more with less – less time, less money and less stress.
Legal issues can be overwhelming, expensive and confusing. Representing yourself – as many petitioners and respondents do – can leave you feeling like the system is designed against anyone who can’t afford an attorney and possibly even deprive you of the justice you deserve.
Although LPPs are limited to practice only in areas in which they are licensed, LPPs can provide affordable, accessible legal assistance and guidance.
Vanderhooft Legal provides Utah clients with representation and legal advice for matters concerning debt collection, family law, and landlord/tenant issues.
Our Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Services
Vanderhooft Legal assists clients in Salt Lake County and throughout Utah.
My areas of practice are detailed below.
Your Affordable
Licensed Paralegal Practitioner
Don’t leave your legal future to chance. Before you make any decisions about a matter you are currently facing, contact me for a personalized consultation. I take the time to listen to you and learn about your challenges, needs and objectives. I tailor my legal services specifically to your needs, helping you achieve your goals in the most effective and efficient way possible.
To schedule a confidential consultation contact me today.
Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Notice
A Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) is not an attorney and is limited to practice only in those areas within which the LPP is licensed. I am licensed to practice in family law matters, including temporary separation, divorce, parentage, cohabitant abuse, civil stalking, custody and support, name or gender change, and petitions to recognize a relationship as a marriage; forcible entry and detainer; and debt collection matters in which the dollar amount at issue does not exceed the statutory limit for small claims cases. See Utah Code of Judicial Administration 14-802(c). Should your case require an attorney, I will assist you with finding an attorney to work on your case.
Fees and Costs.
My hourly rate is $150.00 per hour. Please note that, in addition to my hourly rate, you may also be charged for the firm’s direct costs incurred (e.g., filing fees, photocopying expenses, long-distance phone charges, etc.). All direct costs will be billed with a 15% surcharge unless otherwise specified. This surcharge may not apply under certain circumstances, such as if you choose to pay such costs and fees directly.
All initial consultations are billed at $150.00 per hour or on a pro-rated basis per quarter hour.
Hearings.
Pursuant to Utah Code of Judicial Administration 14-802(c)(1)(L), Licensed Paralegal Practitioners are allowed to accompany clients in Court proceedings only for the purposes of “provid[ing] emotional support, answering factual questions as needed that are addressed to the client by the court or opposing counsel, taking notes, and assisting the client to understand the proceeding and relevant orders.”
Notice of Utah State Bar Contact Information.
Any complaints relating to a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner and the unauthorized practice of law should be reported in writing to the Utah State Bar at: Utah Law and Justice Center, 645 South 200 East, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111. Phone 801-531-9077, Fax 801-531-0660. Website. See Utah Code of Judicial Administration Rule 13-1.05(f)(5).
Peter N. Vanderhooft is a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner authorized to practice law pursuant to Utah Judicial Council Code of Judicial Administration Rule 14-802.
Mr. Vanderhooft is not an attorney and is limited to practice only in areas in which a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner is licensed.
To learn more about LPPs, please review the Utah State Bar's website.