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Rachael earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from the University of Utah and received her Juris Doctorate from Arizona Summit Law School. She graduated in the top ten percent of her class and as Cum Laud with an Order of the Quill distinction.. While attending Arizona Summit Law School, a private law school located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, Rachael was distinguished from her classmates because of her notable research and analytical skills. Rachael received the Cali award, an award given to the highest grade in the class, in Worker’s Compensation. Rachael was hired by one of the largest legal research companies to assist other students and faculty members with legal research. She also had the opportunity to work as a Teaching Assistant for Civil Procedure and Contracts as well as a Research Assistant for the Dean of Teaching and Learning at Arizona Summit Law School. Rachael moved back to Utah and was admitted to the State Bar. She joined the law firm of Allan & Easton in 2013 as a Criminal Defense and Personal Injury attorney.. Rachael has extensive experience with Personal Injury cases and currently litigates on behalf of clients. She has over 10 years of experience in dealing with cases ranging from automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, and slip and falls. She protects the rights of people who are injured, through no fault of their own. She makes the recovery process as smooth and painless as possible by guiding each case through the complicated insurance process.. Rachael offers a unique insight in to the courtroom process and preferences because of her unique experience working for several different courts. She worked at the Second District Court in Utah and the Court of Appeals in Arizona. Rachael is kind, caring, and compassionate yet an aggressive advocate in behalf of her clients.

When I am not practicing law, I spend time with my wife of 28 years, our five children, and--when I am lucky--our two granddaughters. An avid reader, I just finsihed Bury Me Standing: The Gypsies and Their Journey, by Isabel Fonseca.  My favorite fiction writers are Stephen Hunter and Frederick Forsythe.  My favorite serious fiction includes anything by John Milton, Sir Gowain and the Green Knight, and Horatius from the Lays of Ancient Rome.

Dallin C. Littlefield is a highly skilled Criminal Defense attorney with a wealth of experience in both prosecution and defense. Having served as a prosecutor for government entities such as the Utah Attorney General’s Office, he brings a unique and informed perspective to his defense practice. This background enables him to negotiate effectively and achieve favorable results for his clients. Dallin graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in Psychology and earned his Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University School of Law. His professional journey includes missionary work in Ghana, West Africa, and experience in fields such as retail pharmaceuticals, real estate, legislative processes, and municipal government. Outside of work, Dallin enjoys family time and exploring innovative systems to enhance his practice. His passion for innovation and efficiency complements his dedication to delivering top-tier legal representation.

In 2009, Joshua Baron and Yossof Sharifi founded Sharifi & Baron in downtown Salt Lake City. They didn't have any clients and had to share a desk in a tiny office to get started. Since then they have represented hundreds of clients in nearly every court in the State of Utah.. Mr. Baron graduated cum laude from the J. Reuben Clark School of Law at Brigham Young University where he was Executive Editor of the Journal of Public Law and Associate Editor of the Education Law Journal.  Mr. Baron began his career as a litigator at a law firm in Park City, Utah, representing developers, real estate agents, and construction companies.  He later joined the Salt Lake City Prosecutor’s Office and served as an Assistant City Prosecutor.. Mr. Baron has experience in civil and criminal litigation, ranging from construction and real estate law, to criminal and constitutional law.  He has been lead attorney on over 20 jury trials and numerous bench trials.  He speaks fluent Spanish.. Mr. Baron is licensed to practice law before federal and state courts in Utah.

Logan Collins is a passionate and committed Salt Lake City criminal defense attorney at Collins Rupp, P.C. He honed his negotiation skills in the auto industry, then brought his love for debate to the legal field after thousands of successful deals. He earned his Bachelor of Science in philosophy, with a minor in applied ethics, from the University of Utah, from there going on to the University of Utah, S. J. Quinney College of Law to earn his Juris Doctor, where he graduated with honors. Logan takes great pride in the compassionate and comprehensive services he provides to his clients. Call Collins Rupp, P.C. today to schedule your consultation!

Michael is at his best when he is advocating for his clients. He has successfully settled or litigated hundreds of cases. His clients’ interests motivate every step of his practice, and they fuel his dynamic courtroom presence. Michael is energized, not paralyzed, by the complexities of the law.. Driven to excel, Michael refuses to quit until he reaches his goals. He instinctively knows what should be done in a case, and wastes little time moving forward to achieve justice for his clients. Michael channels his contagious energy into everything he does. It's no surprise that he loves what he does.. When you first meet Michael, you'll feel like you've known him forever. Michael has the ability to become well-acquainted with individuals, which magnifies his capacity to feel his client's emotions. Michael intuitively understands their hopes, dreams, fears, and sorrows, and through the power of the law, he is eager to help them transform their negative and scary emotions into positive and empowering ones.. Michael earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science (Magna Cum Laude) with a Minor in Legal Studies from Weber State University.. Michael is the Founding Partner of Hepworth & Associates, LLC - Attorneys at Law. He is also the Principal Broker and President of Hepworth & Fisher, LLC, located in Bountiful, Utah, and Vice President and General Counsel for Hepworth Investment Group, LLC, a real estate development company.. Michael’s practice areas include criminal defense, real estate law, litigation, and personal injury.

Andrew McAdams is a criminal defense lawyer in Salt Lake City who served as a full-time federal prosecutor for over eight years. With his experience in the prosecution side of the courtroom, he knows how they build their cases and what he can do to protect his clients’ rights in the courtroom. Andrew has also spent several years as a law school professor and taught many subjects on the criminal justice system. His comprehensive legal knowledge, years of experience, and commitment to cases makes him a valuable advocate for defendants facing criminal charges.

I am a Solo Practiitioner in the Roaring Fork Valley. I live in the Mountiains because I love the outdoor aacitivites up here. When not in the office I am out skiing, hiking, or just taking in some sun.

James earned his B.A. and graduated cum laude and with distinction from the University of Colorado at Denver. He received his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2010.. As a former prosecutor, James has extensive courtroom and trial experience. He conducted numerous felony and misdemeanor jury trials, and successfully handled countless criminal matters ranging from first-degree murder, first-degree arson, vehicular homicide, possession and cultivation of marijuana, DUI and domestic violence.. In 2012, James brought his invaluable courtroom and trial experience to his private practice at Susan Fuller & Associates, P.C. Since joining Susan Fuller & Associates, P.C. James has dedicated his practice to litigation with a focus on criminal defense, personal injury, and family law matters. James routinely defends clients facing criminal charges including, but not limited to, DUI/DWAI, Assault, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assaults, and other high level felony crimes.. In each year since 2014, James has been selected by the National Trial Lawyers Association for inclusion into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 which is an elite group of the top 40 trial attorneys from the state of Colorado who are younger than the age of 40. Membership into The Top 40 under 40 Association is by invitation only and is extended exclusively to those individuals who exemplify superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership as a young trial lawyer.. Since 2017, James has also been selected by the National Trial Lawyers Association for inclusion into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Lawyers for Criminal Defense, which is an invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state or region who meet stringent qualifications as criminal defense trial lawyers.. In addition, in each year since 2016, James has been selected for inclusion into the Super Lawyers Colorado Rising Stars list. Inclusion into the Super Lawyers Colorado Rising Stars list is an honor that is limited to no more than 2.5% of the lawyers within the State of Colorado who have demonstrated excellence in the practice of law.

I was born and raised in Pueblo Colorado and have been practicing law in Pueblo for over 30 years

Alison Gordon is a creative and tenacious criminal defense attorney. Her experience handling cases in pre-trial, appellate and post-conviction postures gives her a unique perspective in crafting goal-oriented solutions.. Alison values empathy and clear, consistent communication with clients. She brings a balance of compassion and grit to the negotiation and litigation of criminal cases. Approaching every case with an eye for detail and a determined spirit, Alison takes pride in achieving the best possible results for clients who are accused, or have been previously convicted, of crimes.

Former top prosecutor in major urban District Attorney's Office now available to private clients. I have handled thousands of criminal cases, including consumer frauds, rackets, and all types of vehicular offenses. CLE (Continuing Legal Education) certified lecturer; Law Review Editor.. All cases personally handled with honesty, integrity, compassion and the utmost in professionalism.. Member: Colorado Bar Asociation, Boulder Bar Association, Chamber of Commerce.. Call for free, no obligation telephone consultation. Ask about my special low rates for members of AARP, senior citizens, and students

Jeffrey S. Gard is a lawyer focusing on criminal defense, civil litigation and serious injury cases. He has litigated hundreds of cases, many through trial, in both state and federal courts. Jeff also successfully litigated and argued cases before the Colorado Court of Appeals and the Colorado Supreme Court.. Jeff is a hard-nosed litigator whose tenacity earns him the respect of his colleagues, judges and clients. Based on his reputation for meticulous preparation and well-honed trial skills, Jeff is often hired by fellow attorneys to help with cases where settlement has failed and the case must be taken to trial.. Jeff represents numerous patients, doctors and marijuana businesses throughout the state of Colorado and has advised people from all over the country.  He advises federal, state and local governments in their development of marijuana business regulations.  Jeff is widely considered one of Colorado’s leading marijuana attorneys.. Since the passage of Amendment 64, which legalized adult possession and cultivation of marijuana in Colorado, Jeff has been working with state and local officials in developing regulations for the retail marijuana industry and was appointed by the state to participate in the rule-making progress.. Over the last few years, Jeff has been advising and assisting the U.S. Congress with an analysis of the Federal Code to determine the various areas which are impacted by the state marijuana laws in hopes of reconciling state and federal law in the near future. Numerous draft bills resulted from these efforts and hopefully these bills will become law.. Jeff now shares his knowledge and experience with other attorneys and has given several lectures on various aspects of marijuana law, including:. ·       December 2011, Inns of Court, Denver Chapter: Marijuana Law Debate with Attorney General John Suthers;. ·       September 2012, Colorado Bar Association: Marijuana and Social Media;. ·       November 2012, Human Services Network of Colorado: Medical Marijuana Issues for Human Service Providers;. ·       July 2013, Colorado Bar Association: Marijuana and Banking Issues;. ·       July 2013, Colorado Bar Association: The Business of Marijuana;. ·       October 2013, Denver Law Club: Recreational Marijuana: Legal Considerations;. ·       December 2013, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association: Changes in Marijuana Laws and Your Practice;. ·       May 2014, National Business Institute: Colorado Marijuana Law.. ·       October 2014: Arapahoe Community College, Marijuana Business Law and Licensing;. ·       December 2014, Longmont Realtor’s Association: Marijuana and Landlord/Tenant Issues;. ·       March 2015, Foxmoor Continuing Education Cannabis Summit: Marijuana Business Licensing and Regulatory Compliance;. ·       March 2015, National Business Institute: Marijuana Business Legal Considerations;. ·       October 2015, Nevada Justice Association Annual Retreat: Sword and Shield Tort Law Concerning the Legality of Marijuana;. ·       November 2015,  National Business Institute: Marijuana Business Legal Considerations Part 2;. ·       November 2015, University of Colorado, Guest Lecturer: The Practical and Ethical Aspects of Representing Marijuana Businesses;. ·       December 2015, Colorado Bar Association: Medico Legal Aspects of Legalized Marijuana;. ·       May 2016, American Intellectual Property Association, Marijuana Labeling Laws and Regulations.. ·       June 2016, National Business Institute: Marijuana and Local Government: What You Need to Know;. ·       June 2016, DRI Seminars at the University of Colorado School of Law: Marijuana Law, Developing Business, Regulation, Law and Policy;. ·       July 2016: National Business Institute: Marijuana Business Legal Considerations;. ·       September 2016, National Business Institute: Marijuana Law The Ultimate Guide;. ·       October 2016, National Business Institute: Medical Marijuana Business Law;. ·       October 2016, National Business Institute: Recreational Marijuana Business Law in Colorado;. ·       February 2017, National Business Institute, Advanced Marijuana Business Law;. ·       March 2017: National Business Institute: Guns, Drugs and Alcohol: The Ultimate Attorney’s Guide;. ·       May 2017, National Business Institute: Marijuana Law, The Ultimate Guide Part 2;. ·       May 2017, DRI 2017 Business Litigation Seminar: What Business Litigators Should Know About Marijuana Law;. Scheduled for Summer and Fall 2017:. ·       August 2017, National Business Institute, Marijuana Business Legal Considerations.. ·       September 2017, National Business Institute: Recreational Marijuana Business Law in Colorado.. ·       November 2017, National Business Institute: Advanced Marijuana Business Law, Part 2.. By way of background, Jeff is a Colorado native and a Cum Laude Philosophy graduate from the University of Colorado, where he also was elected Phi Beta Kappa, the country’s oldest honor society. While attending the law school, Jeff won the William De Souchet Award for best individual performance in trial advocacy and won a multi-state moot court competition during his first year of law school. After graduation, Jeff accepted a position with Sanderson & Associates (later Sanderson & Gard), a respected litigation firm in Boulder, Colorado. Jeff later formed his own firm and moved the office to downtown Boulder.. Jeff served two terms as the chair of the Civil Litigation Section of the Boulder County Bar Association, where he received special recognition for conscientious performance. Jeff is a member of the Faculty of Federal Advocates, a small group of lawyers and judges working to improve the federal court system.. Finally, Jeff is one of only a handful of attorneys in the state of Colorado to become a Life Member of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar. The Colorado Criminal Defense Bar is dedicated to protecting the rights of people accused of crimes.