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Will specializes in strategic planning tailored to the needs of small business owners, professionals and entrepreneurs. His goal is to empower each client to feel in control and have peace of mind when it comes to their estate and business interests. He understands the complexities of business ownership and safeguarding assets and investments from liability, preserving assets for the next generation. When it comes to settling trust and estate disputes for his clients, Will is results-driven and efficient.

Staci Visser is an experienced criminal defense and family law attorney. Staci is a creative problem solver and is skilled at persuading judges and commissioners both in the courtroom and through her legal writing. Evidencing all of these skills, she drafted the legal "briefs" and then argued her client's case to the Utah Supreme Court and won (Ralphs v. McClellan). Staci is passionate about helping good people going through tough times.. Staci previously practiced divorce/family law and criminal law at Open Legal Services.  During law school, Staci honed her legal skills as an appellate law clerk for the Salt Lake Legal Defender’s Association and was editor-in-chief of the Journal of Law and Family Studies (now the Utah Law Review) at the University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney School of Law.

PLEASE click "READ MORE" if you want to know more about the disciplinary action:. My elderly client was dealing with a rift in her relationship with her son and asked me to assist her with estate planning and administration of her trust. She wanted to leave some money for charity, leave money to her deceased daughter's son, and this was contrary to what her son wanted. In advocating for my elderly client I was so concerned with protecting her and assisting her that I failed to adequately protect myself. While I met several elements of Rule 1.8 of the Utah rules of professional conduct for attorneys, including but not limited to referring my client to another attorney to consult with them about the situtation and about her request to me to serve as her co-trustee, I failed to do was an important but techincal requirement. I failed to execute a writing illustrating the agreement that my client asked for me to be her co-trustee, and I agreed. I respected and cared deeply for this woman and what she was facing and wanted to help her. So I chose to be there for her in person, have discussions, review documents etc. rather than spend time proteting myself with cya writings.. The 2018 disciplinary action referred to in the profile is a "public repremand". This means that the Utah State Bar has made public a situation where an opposing party made a complaint and the Utah State Bar investigated the situation.. My client was a 92 year old woman whom I had represented from 2011 to 2016.  She had received a letter from her son in 2012, which she felt was a complete abandonment. As a result of a lifetime of issues with her son (with that letter being the "straw") she asked me to be a CO-Trustee with her. This means we would always have to work together unanimously in every transaction on a trust which she funded herself. I chose to accept this job as Co-trustee by using a owned by myself and my husband, which we called Family Fiduciary Services LLC.  This was designed to give her not only my assistance as co-trustee but also to take advantage of his expertise as a reegistered investment advisor. When her son found out that Family Fiduciary Services LLC was my husband and myself he objected. At first I didn't resign because my client wanted me to help her, but I resigned eanyway telling her that I could asist from the background through advice.. It is not against the rules of professional conduct to go into business with a client. This serving as co-trustee is considered going into business with your client. If a lawyer goes into business with a client, then the lawyer is obligated to to inform the client in writing of the situation, advise them to seek other lawyer's advice, and then if the business will be going forward then get the client's approval in writing. My client asked me to serve as her co-trustee. I told her to talk to another lawyer and gave her a referral and contact information.  Two years later she came back to me and asked for me to serve with her again. I have a sworn affidavit from my client stating that she did ask me to serve as co-trustee and agreeing that I had asked her to seek another attorney's advice. Further to be a Co-trustee on her trust it required a court action. So she and I actually sought the court to appoint my company as co-trustee with her over her trust. Keep in mind that a co-trustee meant that she and my company (me) had to work unanimously to do anything for her trust. When her son learned that I was a co-trustee, her son contested the matter. Again I resigned and received no compensation for that time as co-trustee. Her son sued her. Then came the complaint at the Utah Bar.. What I failed to do, (and admitted) and the reason I have the public reprimand is that I failed to have my client sign a writing acknowledging the situation (the conflict of interest which was my company serving as her co-trustee). But I think it is important for those reading this to know that I was never paid. Not even for the 3-5 weeks of having been named to her trust. In fact my client insisted that I still work with her to complete her estate plan (Will and Trust and a video Will because of her son and his contentous actions) and aid her in the background with her new co-trustee which was a bank. Her estate plan was validated by the court and probated.. I believe that part of the reason that I failed in the inquiry and hearing with the Utah State Bar is that my client died before my hearing and I had no one to testify that my client and I had talked about all relevant issues many times before she sought the court order to name me as a co-trustee. They told me that my husband's testimony was not sufficient.. I am not regretful that I advocated for an elderly lady who felt abandoned by her son and needed help. I had known her for some years and cared about her.  She was wicked smart and such a lovely person. I am regretful that I didn't track every step of my communications with her in writing. She and I would meet person to person very often. I have however learned that every step I make with clients shall be in writing, as I can be brought to task by others, not just the client, and I need a written record.. I hope this helps those who are seeking to find an attorney and helps those who don't know what the attorney discipline means in my case.. Please note that all disciplinary matters are different. Unfortunately the Utah State Bar and AVVO do not distinguish from something fairly insignificant or technical as having a writing, which is what I did, from a lawyer who stole from his client or evaded taxes as many have done who bear the same label AVVO has put on me.  So ask the lawyer!!!. Thank you for taking the time to review the situation.

Ms. Telfer focuses her practice on representing individuals and commercial clients in all aspects of family law matters, estate planning, and business and commercial law including entity formation, business planning, and general business and commercial transactions. Her experience in the legal and corporate sectors provides her a unique perspective to assist clients in determining the appropriate level of legal protections they and their businesses need.

Mark graduated from Utah State University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism in 2004. After earning magna cum laude honors from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law in 2008, Mark spent two years clerking for three state court judges in Provo. Seeing every case from the judge’s point of view helped Mark gain a perspective he would not otherwise have had, learning, for example, just how much judges appreciate a respectful demeanor and being candid with the Court. Mark also worked for more than ten years focusing extensively on fathers' rights. He now uses that experience to help both his male and female clients, knowing what works best from both sides as they navigate through the court system. Mark has successfully argued cases throughout Utah, in both district and juvenile court.. Mark is skilled at dealing with all aspects of family law, including helping clients obtain modifications, enforce court orders, and achieve fair custody and support awards. Going through a painful divorce or a custody battle can be one of the most difficult times in someone’s life, and Mark is there to help every step of the way. He understands that some cases call for a resolution through mediation, and others require court intervention, and he helps his clients make the best decisions possible for their case. Throughout the process, Mark strives to be available to answer any questions about his clients’ cases and to provide candid counsel. Mark puts his clients’ interests first.. Mark loves spending time with his wife and four boys. He enjoys basketball, golf, movies, and spending time outdoors, and is an avid Utah Jazz fan.

John has represented Fortune 500 banks and large corporations in all areas of Real Estate Law, and now has opened Certus Law, specializing in Estate Planning and Business Succession and Real Estate.

Jerry Taylor is a partner with Crook & Taylor Law PLLC, where he practices real estate and land use litigation, business litigation, labor and employment law, and landlord tenant law. He is an experienced litigator and negotiator and has successfully represented numerous businesses and individuals in and out of court. He is a member of the Utah State Bar Real Property Law, Labor and Employment, and Litigation Sections and admitted to practice law in both Utah and Idaho.. In 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019, he was selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, an award given to a small percentage of attorneys based on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. He has handled hundreds of civil litigation matters and has represented many businesses, real estate owners, and individuals.

Jennie Wingad is a dedicated attorney with expertise in a broad spectrum of criminal cases, including assault, DUI, fraud, drug offenses, and attempted murder. She manages a high-volume caseload, utilizing her investigative skills to develop client defenses, conduct depositions, and prepare for trial. Licensed to practice in Utah and Florida, Ms. Wingad is also admitted to the United States District Courts for the District of Utah and the Southern District of Florida. Beginning her legal career as an Assistant Public Defender in Miami-Dade County, she defended both adult and juvenile clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges. During her time there, she was selected to supervise the early representation unit, making her the youngest attorney to hold a supervisory position within the felony division. In this role, she trained and supervised approximately 15 attorneys managing an average of 1,600 cases monthly, implementing streamlined processes that enhanced effectiveness and client service.. Ms. Wingad earned her J.D. from Suffolk University in Boston, receiving Dean’s List honors and recognition for Best Oral Argument. She holds a B.A. in Business Administration from Rhodes College, where she was inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame in 2015.

James P. (Jim) Alder was born and raised in Providence, Utah. He began his legal career in natural resources before transitioning to estate planning. Jim is a member of WealthCounsel, a national organization of estate planning attorneys dedicated to providing high quality and customized estate and business planning to clients.. Jim is also a member of the Utah State Bar's Estate Planning and Elder Law Sections and the Salt Lake Estate Planning Council. His law practice emphasizes wills and trusts, business law, probate and trust administration and related areas. Jim has served on the Utah State Alzheimer's Task Force and as a member of the Board of Directors for the Alzheimer's Association Utah Chapter, which focuses on the advancement of Alzheimer's-related research and the provision and enhancement of care and support for those affected. Jim has also served on the Board of Directors for Camp Kostopulos, a Salt Lake City organization providing activities for special needs children.  He current servers as Legal Counsel for the NFA Freedom Alliance.. Jim brings a youthful exuberance to the practice of law, and offers a caring  approach to serving clients. He enjoys biking, climbing, golf, snowshoeing, hiking, spending time with his wife Ireland, and most of all, playing with his stepson Gavin. If he could find more time, Jim would love to travel (especially in Europe), ski more, get into cross-country skiing, or do any of the things listed above (play more with Gavin, in particular).

Jackie is a skilled trial attorney and negotiator who specializes in criminal defense. Her work ethic and genuine concern for her clients has given her a reputation for outworking and out-preparing opposing attorneys so she can negotiate from a position of strength and fight the cases that need to be fought. Because she cares about her clients, she considers each client’s specific needs and concerns in order to reach the best possible outcome in their case.. Intermountain Legal recruited Jackie because of the exceptional reputation she gained working as a trial attorney at the Salt Lake Legal Defender Association (LDA). There, she represented thousands of clients at all stages of the criminal process and handled many different types of cases, from driving under the influence and drug cases to violent crimes, including assault and domestic violence matters. Because of her experience handling so many diverse cases, Jackie is able to quickly assess the strengths and weaknesses of a case and then focus specifically on the issues that will get her clients the best results in the courtroom.. Jackie also has an extensive background in immigration law. She served as an Attorney Advisor to the Salt Lake Immigration Court from 2016 to 2018, and was a Board of Immigration Appeals-Accredited Representative for a number of years at the National Immigrant Justice Center in Chicago, Illinois. Because of her expertise in immigration law, Jackie is particularly skilled in assessing the impact of criminal charges on her clients’ immigration status. She is also fluent in Spanish.. Jackie graduated from DePaul University College of Law Magna Cum Laude in 2016, and is licensed to practice law in the State of Utah.

I opened Alarcon Legal last December, prior to that I worked at Siegfried & Jensen where I managed the firm's Spanish speaking client practice group.  Throughout my legal career, I have handled hundreds of injury cases, from the very simple to the very complex, both as claims and in litigation.  My goal and commitment at Alarcon legal is to dedicate the time and effort that each client deserves.

I have handled more than a thousand personal injry cases and have obtained millions of dollars for my clients.  I will work with you and for you to obtain the best result for you, your family, and your future.  One of the greatest satisfactions I get from being a personal injury lawyer is the relationships that I am able to build with my clients.  I would love to meet with you in person to discuss your case.

I have dedicated my practice to criminal defense and most specifically DUI defense.  I have attended special training, the same training that law enforcement officers undergo in order to investigate DUIs.  I have never defended a DUI case where we were unable to find some weakness or problem with the State's case to get better results.  I not only zealously defend DUIs at the criminal level, I also dedicate as much time and attention to the Driver's License hearings.  I get results for my clients.. Not only do I have a very experienced knowledge on DUI defense and investigations, I sincerely care about my clients and how my work directly impacts their personal lives.  I will get results for you.

I have been practicing law for 40 years.    I have concentrated my practice on a broad range of legal services effecting older adults for at least 35 of those 40 years.  I practice elder law, planning for long-term care, estate planning, estate administration, probate, guardianship and conservatorship creation and administration, and business planning.. In addition to my law degree, I have a Masters in Business Administration.   I have helped my clients with organization, business strategies that provide for the asset protection, operational strategies and strategies for the continuation of their businesses after their retirement or death.. I am a member of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys and I am a charter member of the Utah Bar Association Elder Law Section.   I use the most refined and advanced planning tools in the industry. I pride myself on my personal relationship with my clients during the planning process.  Many of my clients have been with me for between 20 and 30 years.

Gregory Ferbrache was appointed by the Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes to serve as Division Director of the Justice Division for the Utah Attorney General’s Office. Supervising five criminal prosecution sections with over 30 attorneys, prosecuting cases from:. the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC)Statewide Enforcement of Crimes Against Undocumented Residents Strike Force (SECURE)Human Trafficking Unit, and High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force (HIDTA), among others.Greg also supervised cases involving:. Officer Involved Critical IncidentsPolitical CorruptionAggravated HomicideAggravated FeloniesFraudSexual AssaultChild AbuseAsset ForfeitureMulti-jurisdictional serious felony criminal enterprises.Practicing law in most courthouses throughout Utah at the local, state, and federal levels.. As Director and designee of Attorney General Reyes, Greg worked closely with other Executive Branch stakeholders, Legislators, and the Judiciary to get the job done. Over the past five years, Greg assisted Legislators to better clarify statutory language by drafting language and providing support to buttress policy. Greg demonstrated understanding of the legislative process and successfully worked with legislators to get Bills passed into law.

For over ten years, Joshua R. Lucherini and Fair Price Lawyers have helped thousands of clients achieve their goals. The formula for our success is simple: We care about our clients. An accident can change your life in so many ways. There is pain, anxiety, and stress. There are doctors’ appointments and medical bills. There is missed time from work. It can be overwhelming. Likewise, a divorce or custody fight can keep you up at night and leave you feeling lost. We are ready to help you through this difficult time from beginning to end. Let us do the heavy lifting so you can rest easy.

For 22 years, I worked as a police officer and police sergeant. I retired from law enforcement and became a lawyer to help people. I will evaluate your problem and recommend options for you to chose from.

Elly is a skilled attorney who specializes in divorce and criminal law. Spending the majority of her career in the courtroom, Elly understands how to effectively advocate for her clients who find themselves in the toughest of situations. Elly has successfully guided clients through trials and difficult hearings in front of judges and commissioners, and has expertly negotiated cases through hundreds of hours of mediation.. Before joining Intermountain Legal, Elly’s practice focused on divorce and custody cases, specifically taking on difficult cases where clients had complex financial or custody and parent-time issues. She is known for being a tough and creative negotiator and routinely gets outstanding and better-than-expected results for her clients.. Elly also has an extensive background in the criminal law arena. As a former Specialized Prosecutor for the Nevada Attorney General’s Office and Salt Lake County Deputy District Attorney, Elly handled all levels of cases from DUI’s to special victims, domestic violence, and sexual assault cases. With this background she transitioned to the private sector to bring her unique experience to help clients who have the odds stacked against them navigate criminal cases to obtain a fair outcome.

D. Scott Crook’s law practice has focused largely in the areas of labor and employment law, where he has represented both large employers and highly compensated employees, executives, and professionals. Mr. Crook has won numerous trials, arbitrations, and appeals over his many years in private practice. He is consistently named as a member of Utah's Legal Elite, a Mountain State’s Super Lawyer, and one of the Best Lawyers in America in the area of Labor and Employment Litigation. Mr. Crook also has significant experience in all areas of land use, water law, and general civil litigation; and he has extensive experience in appellate practice, having appeared and argued numerous cases before the Utah Court of Appeals, Utah Supreme Court, and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.. Mr. Crook graduated from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University in 1996, where he was Order of the Coif and graduated Magna Cum Laude. In law school, Mr. Crook was also a staff member of the BYU Law Review and an associate editor of the BYU Journal of Public Law. After graduation, he served as a law clerk to two distinguished judges—from 1997 to 1998 he clerked for Judge Norman H. Jackson of the Utah Court of Appeals and from 1996 to 1997 he clerked for Judge William H. Woodland in the Idaho Sixth Judicial District Court. Since that time, Mr. Crook has been in private practice. Prior to forming Crook Legal Group PLLC, Mr. Crook was a founding partner and past president of a medium-sized Salt Lake City law firm and a member of another well-respected small law firm located in Salt Lake City.. Mr. Crook, the son of a career military man, has lived throughout the United States, including stops in Arizona, Mississippi, Washington, California, and New Mexico. Because he lived for his entire teenage years in Alamogordo, New Mexico, he claims it as his hometown.. Mr. Crook enjoys spending time with his family, doing family history research, and sports.

Currently, Jaqualin is the Chair of the Labor and Employment Section of the Utah State Bar, has presented at the Utah Bar Convention on Employment Law matters and serves as a member of the Government Relations Committee for the Utah State Bar reviewing proposed Utah bills.With a taste for competition, Jaqualin is a marathon runner. Her personal best finish is under 3:30.

Cliff Venable has spent his entire legal career successfully representing people accused of crimes in Salt Lake County and the surrounding area. His career is built on exceptional criminal defense in the most complicated and routine cases. Cliff has successfully defended clients charged with everything from murder to possession of narcotics and he has a reputation in the community as an exceptional trial lawyer. Every criminal case presents different issues, and your case will be handled by Cliff as his top priority. He listens and asks probing questions to develop the best legal strategy for your defense. Cliff has the experience and personal attention to achieve positive results while keeping you informed during the life of the case. Clients at Salt City Defense feel confident knowing they have hired a respected, experienced and skilled criminal defense attorney.