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Sunday, October 25, 2026

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John Nielsen

Utah Supreme Court Justice

Judicial background

Utah Supreme Court Justice

Background

John Nielsen was appointed to the Utah Supreme Court in 2025 after a Third District Court appointment in 2024. His earlier career included private practice, Utah appellate advocacy and county prosecution. He earned a law degree at Brigham Young University in 2007.

Source: Utah Courts biography: John Nielsen · Background checked October 20, 2026

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