Joshua S. Ostler

Joshua S. Ostler is a distinguished attorney at Mortensen & Milne, based in Salt Lake City, Utah. He focuses on personal injury law and is dedicated to advocating for individuals throughout the state of Utah.

Over the years, Mr. Ostler has devoted his career to assisting clients in achieving favorable outcomes against formidable opponents, including major banks, large corporations, insurance providers and government entities at both state and federal levels. His work in complex litigation has provided him with a wealth of experience, particularly in appellate law, which began during his time as a judicial extern for the Honorable Michele Christiansen Forster at the Utah Court of Appeals. He has successfully briefed and argued numerous appeals in both state and federal courts, earning recognition as one of Utah Business Magazine’s Legal Elite.

Mr. Ostler's educational background is rooted in Utah, where he earned his juris doctorate degree from the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah in 2012. Before law school, he completed his undergraduate studies at Utah State University. Since being admitted to practice in 2012, he has been authorized to represent clients in all state and federal courts within Utah, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit.

Throughout his career, Mr. Ostler has been involved in several notable legal decisions that highlight his commitment to justice. In United States v. Riddle, he played a pivotal role in reversing a 63-month sentence, resulting in a remand for re-sentencing. Additionally, he vacated a judgment against his client for $112,500. Another significant victory was achieved in United States v. Hymas, where he was instrumental in vacating restitution orders against clients totaling over $892,000. These accomplishments underscore his dedication to achieving justice and favorable outcomes for his clients.