About Stephen
Stephen M. Sargent is a shareholder at Parr Brown Gee & Loveless, a prominent law firm located in Salt Lake City, Utah. His practice focuses on several key areas, including estate planning, gift and estate tax, probate, trust and estate administration, and business formation and structuring. With a experience, Mr. Sargent has established himself as a leading attorney in these fields, providing comprehensive legal services to clients throughout Utah. Before joining Parr Brown in 1997, Mr. Sargent developed his legal skills at a law firm in Washington, D.C., where he practiced for two years.
This experience in the nation’s capital allowed him to gain insights into complex legal issues, which he later applied to his practice in Utah. He earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Brigham Young University in 1993, graduating with honors as a member of the Order of the Coif. During his time at BYU, he served as Editor-in-Chief of the Brigham Young University Law Review, further demonstrating his commitment to legal scholarship and excellence. In addition to his J.D., Mr. Sargent holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting from Brigham Young University, awarded magna cum laude in 1990. This strong academic foundation in accounting complements his legal practice, particularly in matters involving tax and business structuring. He is admitted to practice law in multiple jurisdictions, including Utah (1996), Washington (1994), and the District of Columbia (1997).
His diverse qualifications allow him to serve many clients effectively. Mr. Sargent is a member of several professional organizations, including the Utah State Bar and the Washington State Bar Association. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. His professional excellence is recognized; he has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest accolade awarded by the organization. From 2012 to 2021, he was recognized by Mountain States Super Lawyers for his expertise in estate planning and probate law.
Additionally, he has been consistently listed in Utah Business magazine as one of Utah’s Legal Elite in the areas of wills, trusts, and estates, and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America. Fluent in Spanish, Mr. Sargent is well-equipped to serve clients — His office is located at 101 South 200 East, Suite 700, Salt Lake City, UT 84111. Clients and colleagues can reach him by phone at (801) 532-7840 or via email at ssargent@parrbrown.com. His commitment to client service and legal excellence continues to make him a respected figure in the legal community.
