About David P.
David P. Hirschi is an attorney based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with over 40 years of experience in various legal fields. He is the managing partner at Hirschi Steele & Baer, PLLC, located at 136 E South Temple, Suite 1400, Salt Lake City, UT 84111. The firm specializes in general business transactions, residential and commercial real estate acquisitions, sales, land use planning, and estate and trust planning. This diverse range of expertise allows Mr. Hirschi to serve many clients, from individuals to large corporations. Mr. Hirschi earned his Bachelor of Arts degree, summa cum laude, from Utah State University in 1975.
Following this, he obtained his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University in 1978. That same year, he was admitted to the Utah State Bar, starting a distinguished legal career. In subsequent years, he expanded his practice to include Idaho, gaining admission to the Idaho State Bar in 1992, and Washington, where he was admitted in 2004. His qualifications also extend to federal courts in Utah, Idaho, and Washington, as well as the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. Throughout his career, Mr. Hirschi has held various leadership roles within the legal community. Currently, he serves as the Chair and a member of the Board of Directors of the Utah Land Use Institute.
Additionally, he is the Chair of the Business Section of the Utah State Bar. His previous roles include serving as Chair of the Real Property Section of the Utah State Bar and as a Commissioner of the Centerville, Utah, Planning and Zoning Commission. These positions highlight his commitment to advancing the legal profession and contributing to community planning efforts. Recognition has followed Mr. Hirschi throughout his career. He has been selected to Super Lawyers from 2014 to 2025, an honor that is limited to a small percentage of attorneys in each state. This accolade reflects his dedication to excellence in his practice areas, which include business law, real estate law, estate planning, land use, and zoning. His experience encompasses business finance, capitalization, restructuring, secured transactions, and employee benefit plans, demonstrating his versatility and depth of knowledge.
Outside of his professional life, Mr. Hirschi enjoys a variety of recreational activities. He is an avid skier and scuba diver, often seeking adventure in the great outdoors. Family time is also important to him, and he values the moments spent with loved ones. This balance between work and personal life contributes to his overall well-being — This lets the attorney remain focused and dedicated to his clients and community.
