67/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 448 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Bankruptcy Lawyers in Payson, UT: 2026 rankings
31 bankruptcy lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in Payson: Lincoln Law, LFR Score 67/100; 5.0★ from 448 Google reviews.
- 10
Most-reviewed: Ascent Law, 595 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 31 ranked; ranked #10.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
31 Payson bankruptcy lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 31 rated law firms.
Top 10 bankruptcy lawyers in Payson at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Law | 67 | 5.0★ (448) | Orem, 18 mi away | Top score |
| 2 | Henline Law | 66 | 5.0★ (454) | Pleasant Grove, 22 mi away | — |
| 3 | Dexter & Dexter Attorneys at Law, PC | 66 | 4.7★ (577) | Orem, 16 mi away | — |
| 4 | John Christiansen, Attorney | 64 | 5.0★ (75) | Spanish Fork, 6 mi away | — |
| 5 | Utah Bankruptcy Clinic, LC | 64 | 5.0★ (104) | Provo, 14 mi away | — |
| 6 | Rogers & Russell, PLLC | 64 | 4.8★ (287) | Pleasant Grove, 22 mi away | — |
| 7 | Alta Legal | 63 | 4.8★ (93) | Provo, 14 mi away | — |
| 8 | Larsen Law Firm | 63 | 4.7★ (99) | Provo, 14 mi away | — |
| 9 | Morrison Law Group | 62 | 4.9★ (335) | Sandy, 37 mi away | — |
| 10 | Ascent Law | 62 | 4.7★ (595) | West Jordan, 39 mi away | Most reviews |
All 31 bankruptcy lawyers in Payson, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
#2 Henline Law
Based in Pleasant Grove, 22 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 454 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orem, 16 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 577 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Spanish Fork, 6 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Provo, 14 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 104 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Pleasant Grove, 22 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 287 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#7 Alta Legal
Based in Provo, 14 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 93 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Provo, 14 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 99 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Sandy, 37 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 335 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#10 Ascent Law
Based in West Jordan, 39 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 595 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#11 Dane Hines
Based in Provo, 14 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Sandy, 36 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 214 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Jordan, 39 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 127 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in South Jordan, 37 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 112 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#15 Beutler Law P.C.
Based in South Jordan, 37 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 116 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orem, 16 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Eagle Mountain, 12 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in South Jordan, 37 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lehi, 28 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
#20 Debt Smart Money
Based in South Jordan, 37 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Sandy, 38 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Provo, 19 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#23 Ellis Law
Based in West Jordan, 39 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Provo, 15 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Draper, 35 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
All 31 bankruptcy lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #31, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | BDJ Express Law | 56 | 4.3★ (19) | 35 mi |
| 27 | Brian D Johnson PC | 55 | 4.4★ (14) | 35 mi |
| 28 | Burridge Tillmann PLLC | 55 | 3.3★ (3) | 37 mi |
| 29 | Utah Bankruptcy Professionals | 55 | 4.3★ (16) | 39 mi |
| 30 | Vannova Legal (UT) | 55 | 3.9★ (55) | 38 mi |
| 31 | Skousen Law PLLC | 55 | 4.1★ (13) | 37 mi |
Also serving Payson
20 more bankruptcy lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AAA Utah Bankruptcy Center | 5.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
| Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins Attorneys | 5.0★ (2) | 28 mi |
| Clean Slate | 37 mi | |
| Creditorgone | 27 mi | |
| Dean B. Ellis | 5.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| Dow Weekes | 1.0★ (1) | 35 mi |
| Hansen Wilford N Jr | 4.6★ (12) | In Payson |
| Law Office of Kelly Peterson | 4.6★ (92) | In Payson |
| Law Office of W. Earl Webster | 37 mi | |
| Law Offices of Sasha R Brown | 28 mi | |
| Law Zebra | 5.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Meredith Law Office | 14 mi | |
| Olympus Legal, LLC | 16 mi | |
| Provo Utah Bankruptcy Lawyers | 17 mi | |
| Richards Riley & Associates PLLC: Riley John R | 36 mi | |
| Robert A. Eder, Jr. Attorney at Law | 37 mi | |
| Sessions and Williams Bankruptcy Attorney | 17 mi | |
| Utah Bankruptcy Attorneys | 1.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Utley Law Office PLLC | 17 mi | |
| Workman Law | 5.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
How we ranked Payson bankruptcy lawyers
We scored 31 Payson bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Payson data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a bankruptcy lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many bankruptcy law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the lawyer, not only staff, will review your forms and go with you to the meeting of creditors.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Which chapter fits my situation, and why?
- Which of my property is exempt?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Bankruptcy lawyers in Payson: frequently asked questions
Which bankruptcy lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Payson?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked bankruptcy lawyer in Payson, UT is Lincoln Law with an LFR Score of 67/100. It has 5.0★ from 448 Google reviews. Henline Law (#2) and Dexter & Dexter Attorneys at Law, PC (#3) follow. We ranked 31 bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many bankruptcy lawyers are there in Payson?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 31 bankruptcy lawyers serving Payson, UT. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
What Google rating do Payson bankruptcy lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 31 rated bankruptcy lawyers in Payson is 4.8★, with a median of 55 reviews. Ascent Law has the most, 595 reviews, and ranks #10. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank bankruptcy lawyers?
Each bankruptcy lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do bankruptcy lawyers outside Payson count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Payson city center, our service radius for bankruptcy lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can bankruptcy lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do bankruptcy lawyers in Payson, UT charge?
Consumer bankruptcy lawyers usually charge a flat fee for Chapter 7; Chapter 13 fees are often paid partly through the repayment plan and are reviewed by the court. Under federal law they must give you written disclosures and a written contract (11 U.S.C. §§526–528). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $481 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13?
Chapter 7 sells non-exempt property to pay creditors and usually ends in a few months; Chapter 13 keeps your property under a three- to five-year repayment plan. Income and assets decide which you can use. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of bankruptcy lawyers in Payson, UT ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Payson?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Payson
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 31 bankruptcy lawyers serving Payson.
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