Demonstrates knowledge of the rules of evidence and procedure. Demonstrates an ability to perceive legal and factual issues. Properly applies the law to the facts of the case. Demonstrates an awareness of recent legal developments. Opinions demonstrates scholarly legal analysis.
Opinions are clear and well written.
Demonstrates preparation for oral arguments. Justice I. Daniel Stewart was appointed to the Utah Supreme Court in January 1979 by Gov. Scott M. Matheson. He served as Associate Chief Justice from 1986 to 1988. On graduation, he served in the U.S. Department of Justice Honors Program Antitrust Division and practiced before the U.S. Supreme Court and various U.S. Courts of Appeals. From 1965 to 1970 he was an Associate Professor of law at the University of Utah.