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Jake Gunter | Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Spanish Fork, UT (h1)
Jake Gunter practices criminal defense from the Howard, Lewis & Petersen office at 120 E 300 N, Provo, Utah 84606, representing clients throughout Utah County, including Spanish Fork, Springville, Orem, and Cedar Hills. Gunter can be reached at 801-373-6345 and has practiced law for nearly two decades, appearing in more than 35 jury trials, over 300 bench trials, and roughly 5,000 court appearances. He earned his political science degree from Utah State University in 2001 and his law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2004, joining Howard, Lewis & Petersen in 2008 before becoming a shareholder in the firm.
Gunter’s criminal defense practice spans drug offenses, including methamphetamine and heroin cases, juvenile defense matters, and criminal mischief allegations, alongside more general felony and misdemeanor representation across Utah County’s district and justice courts. His experience defending clients in the Spanish Fork and Springville areas gives him familiarity with local prosecutors and judges, which shapes how he approaches negotiations and courtroom strategy for each client.
As part of Howard, Lewis & Petersen, Gunter draws on a firm with a long-standing presence in Provo’s legal community, and he offers free consultations to prospective clients evaluating their defense options. His courtroom volume and years of continuous criminal defense work make him a frequently cited resource for Utah County residents facing charges.
Address: 120 E 300 N, Provo, UT 84606
Phone: 801-373-6345
Website: https://provocriminaldefense.com/spanish-fork-criminal-defense-attorney/