About Steven R.

Steven R — Sumsion practices business law at Sumsion Business Law, LLC in Provo, Utah. He has been a member of the Utah State Bar since 1986 and has also been admitted to practice in New York and Pennsylvania. The firm focuses on business law, but also handles cases in intellectual property, real estate law, and construction law. Located in a growing area, the firm serves clients, from startups to established corporations. He earned his Juris Doctor from Brigham Young University in 1986. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction from Arizona State University.

His educational background provides a solid foundation for his practice, particularly in construction law, where he combines legal expertise with industry knowledge. Most of his career has been spent in various roles within the legal field. He began as an IBM lawyer in 1987, where he worked in corporate law. Over the years, he transitioned into roles such as Staff Lawyer and Associate Counsel, before becoming General Counsel in 1995. His experience culminated in his position as Executive Vice President and General Counsel in 1997, where he oversaw legal matters for a large organization. In 2001, he established Sumsion Business Law, LLC — This lets the attorney provide tailored legal services directly to clients.

His practice covers a range of business-related issues, from contract negotiations to compliance matters. He also advises clients on intellectual property protection and real estate transactions, ensuring that their interests are safeguarded in every aspect of their business dealings. Steven is an active member of both the Pennsylvania and New York State Bars. His involvement in these associations keeps him updated on the latest legal trends and developments. He is committed to staying informed about changes in business law that may affect his clients. His approach is pragmatic, focusing on delivering practical solutions to complex legal challenges.

With decades of experience, Steven R. Sumsion is well-equipped to handle a variety of legal issues — His firm is known for its approach, ensuring that each client's needs are met. He continues to build his practice in Provo, contributing to the local business community and helping entrepreneurs navigate the legal field.

Education

Brigham Young University

J.D. (1986)

1986

Arizona State University

B.S. | Construction

Languages

Chinese (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Owner

Sumsion Business Law, LLC
2001

Lawyer

Russin & Vecchi, International Law Office
1999

Executive VP & General Counsel

C&A Construction
1997

General Counsel

Nature s Way
1995

Staff Lawyer

Alltel
1992

Associate Counsel

Systematics
1992

IBM Lawyer

IBM
1987

Accepted Jurisdictions

Utah
New York
Pennsylvania

Court Admissions

Utah State Supreme Court State Supreme Court
New York State Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Pennsylvania Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

business law intellectual property real estate law construction law

Legal Services Scope

Contract negotiations Compliance matters

Professional Associations

Pennsylvania State Bar

has membership Current

New York State Bar

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 1800 Novell Place, 5th Floor Provo UT 84606

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