Utah Business named six Kirton McConkie attorneys on its 2026 Legal Elite list. Utah Business annually identifies Legal Elite attorneys for their outstanding legal acumen and their significant contributions both inside and outside the courtroom. Making a lasting impact on Utah’s legal community, many of the distinguished attorneys have championed multimillion-dollar transactions, have taken part in meaningful pro bono service efforts, contributed to Utah’s legal education programs, and achieved high honors from national legal organizations.

 

Please join us in congratulating the following KM attorneys:

 

James Burton
Shareholder, Litigation
“James has successfully represented the largest hospital chains in Utah on various confidential matters, while also contributing as a Salt Lake Community College paralegal program presenter.”

 

 

Loyal Hulme
Shareholder, Real Estate
“Loyal was named a fellow in the American Bar Foundation (top 1% of attorneys) in 2025, which is a lifetime membership. He is currently recognized in Chambers and [has been] consistently recognized for many years.” 

 

Larry Laycock
Shareholder, Intellectual Property
“Larry is known for his extraordinary range of experience and his effective advocacy in complex litigation and IP disputes.”

 

 

Eric Robinson
Shareholder, Real Estate
“Eric served as the managing attorney for several large transactions and transacted over $1 billion worth of assets in the last three years.”

 

 

Robert Walker
President and Shareholder, Real Estate
“Rob serves as the president of Kirton McConkie and has seen a period of unprecedented employee and financial growth since starting in that role.” 

 

Robbie Yates
Shareholder, Corporate
“Recently, Rob closed eight mergers and acquisitions transactions with an aggregate value of approximately $500 million. He also worked with several clients in negotiating and placing approximately $2.5 billion across 70-80 private equity and hedge fund investments.”