Jonathan O. Hafen

Jonathan Hafen: Leading Litigation and Business Law Attorney in Salt Lake City

Jonathan Hafen is a respected and highly accomplished litigation and business law attorney based in Salt Lake City, Utah. With decades of experience, Mr. Hafen has established a distinguished reputation for his strategic thinking, aggressive advocacy, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients. He is consistently recognized as a leading legal professional within the state, consistently receiving accolades for his expertise and success.

Mr. Hafen’s approach is rooted in a deep understanding of the legal landscape and a dedication to providing tailored legal solutions. He skillfully navigates complex legal challenges across a broad range of matters, representing clients in both federal and state court. His expertise extends to bet-the-company litigation, commercial disputes, employment law matters, and a significant focus on securities litigation, ensuring his clients receive the strongest possible defense or the most advantageous legal strategy.

Practice Areas

• Bet-the-Company Litigation
• Commercial Litigation
• Employment Law – Individuals
• Employment Law – Management
• Labor Law – Union
• Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants
• Litigation – Labor and Employment
• Litigation – Securities
• Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
• AV Rating – Recognized as a Leading Legal Firm

Mr. Hafen’s success stems from his meticulous attention to detail, his ability to build strong client relationships, and his relentless pursuit of justice. He is a strategic trial lawyer with a proven track record of securing favorable verdicts and settlements for his clients. His courtroom experience is coupled with his extensive knowledge of corporate governance and business law, allowing him to offer comprehensive legal counsel to businesses of all sizes.

Education & Credentials

• Bar Admissions: State of Utah, United States District Court – District of Utah, United States Court of Appeals – 10th Circuit
• Degrees: Juris Doctor (J.D.), Yale Law School
• Awards & Recognition: Lawyer of the Year: Bet-the-Company Litigation (2025), Lawyer of the Year: Commercial Litigation (2025), Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law – Management (2024), Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law – Union (2024), Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law – Union (2023), Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law – Individuals (2022), Lawyer of the Year: Litigation – Labor and Employment (2021), Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law – Union (2020), Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law – Union (2018), Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law – Individuals (2015), Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2010, Recognized in Best Attorney USA, Chambers USA – America’s Leading Business Lawyers, Benchmark Litigation, Mountain States Super Lawyers