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Ben co-founded Volpe Law in 2020 to take his knowledge and experience in civil litigation and apply it in a local firm setting with accessibility to members of the community and local/regional businesses. Ben enjoys serving clients in both transactional and litigation matters. Some of the areas of law Ben and his firm excel in are construction litigation, liens, real estate disputes, business/partnership disputes, tort litigation, commercial litigation, leasing, and insurance. Ben and his attorneys enjoy helping their clients mitigate litigation risk through strong contract drafting and legal counsel on laws affecting clients and their businesses.. Prior to founding Volpe Law, Ben worked for an insurance defense and construction litigation law firm in Denver, Colorado, where his practice focused on construction defect litigation, breach of warranty and builder disputes, business/commercial litigation, and multi-state complex general casualty litigation.. While attending law school, Ben felt strongly that practical legal experience and career experience were more important than the trivial classroom politics, push towards competition and rankings, and theoretical lectures. Most of it benefits the law school and not the students. Ben is a strong and capable lawyer today because of his focus on strong legal analysis, legal writing, client relations, and courtroom skills.. Prior to law school, Ben worked in both local and federal investigations and law enforcement.. Ben has a Juris Doctor degree from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, a Master's Degree from The George Washington University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice.. Bar Admissions. Professional Associations. Awards/Recognitions

Ryan J. Dougherty’s practice focuses on civil litigation, including business disputes, real estate disputes, and employment disputes. Ryan has experience representing multi-billion-dollar financial institutions in complex business litigation relating to a variety of legal issues, including but not limited to, breach of contract, misappropriation of trade secret information, unfair competition, and FINRA rule violations. Ryan also has experience representing hospitality companies in land disputes, employment law, and franchising. Ryan is an experienced attorney in all phases of litigation and has represented clients in state and federal courts, as well as arbitration.. Ryan brings a unique perspective to the firm because of his education and strong business background. Ryan has a firm understanding of business concepts and strategies acquired through earning his Finance Degree at Creighton University. He refined and developed that understanding by obtaining a dual J.D. / M.B.A. degree from the University of South Dakota. Ryan combines his business insight and legal knowledge and instills it into his practice allowing him to easily understand client desires and objectives while effectively and efficiently achieving them.. Prior to joining Ferguson Schindler Law Firm, P.C., Ryan practiced in the Denver area. After five years of practice on the front-range, he, his wife, and their three kids, moved to the Roaring Fork Valley to enjoy the mountain lifestyle. Ryan thoroughly enjoys the outdoors spending the majority of his free time with his family golfing, fishing, boating, and skiing.. Ryan is also on the Board of Directors for the Pitkin County Bar Association.

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I am passionate about business success through legal compliance, strategic expansion, and an inclusive business culture.I view the role of in-house legal as protecting a company and its' employees while affording new avenues for growth.

Andrew L. Howell, Cofounder & Managing Partner of law firm York Howell & Guymon, advises on estate & asset protection, & business structure. He is AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and is co-author of Entrusted: Building a Legacy That Lasts and Riveted: 44 Values That Change the World.

Karma French is a licensed Utah attorney who brings knowledge, creativity, and compassion to her pactice of law. Ms. French specializes in business law, real estate law, estate planning, and probate. Outside of her law practice, Ms. French enjoys volunteering at the SJ Quinney College of Law Legal Clinics, yoga, hiking, and snowboarding.

I am an associate at Fabian VanCott, with a practice focused on corporate law, tax and estate planning, and employment law. As a corporate attorney, I have experience ranging from forming successful startup companies to complex business restructuring and domestic and international tax planning. In the employment sector, I have a dedicated focus on matters related to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).. During law school, I served as Executive Footnote Editor on the Utah Law Review. I was also an active member of the Student Litigation Society, Student Animal Legal Defense Fund, Women’s Law Caucus, and Minority Law Caucus. During my final year in law school, I competed in the 2016 National Trial Competition and also served as a Legal Methods writing course teaching assistant. Also during my final year, I was awarded the Certificate of Service for Pro-Bono Work and was chosen to speak at my law commencement ceremony.. I have volunteered at the Hartland Clinic, teaching American civics to refugees and immigrants in preparation for the USCIS naturalization exam. I also volunteer at the Family Law Clinic, Street Law Clinic, and Tuesday Night Bar, where I advise clients on matters ranging from child custody and protective orders to landlord-tenant disputes and discrimination. I am licensed to practice in Utah’s state and federal courts.

Andrew Lillywhite advises clients in the areas of business law, contracts, estate planning, probate and estate administration, real property law, and tax law. He focuses on protecting client assets, avoiding probate, and minimizing income, employment, gift, and estate taxes.. Prior to coming to Hillyard, Anderson & Olsen, Andrew practiced in a Salt Lake City firm in the areas of tax, estate, and business law. He has successfully represented large agricultural operations, other lawyers, CPAs, doctors, dentists, corporate executives, board members, construction companies, and other business owners and individuals in their business and estate planning needs. He has worked with clients’ CPAs, insurance agents, and investment advisors to coordinate the legal planning with the clients’ other planning.. Andrew earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Utah State University and a Juris Doctor Degree from Gonzaga University. He grew up in Cache Valley, and speaks Spanish.. Andrew is licensed to practice law before the following Courts:. • Supreme Court of Utah and all Courts thereunder.. • United States District Court – District of Utah.. • United States Bankruptcy Court – District of Utah.

Darren is a civil trial lawyer with a focus on the litigation of complex civil cases, high stakes business transactions, and counseling business start-ups.. A Cache Valley native, Darren received his law degree from the George Washington University Law School where he was a member of the Moot Court Board, Mock Trial Board, and the Federal Circuit Bar Journal. Darren also holds a B.A. in economics from Utah State University.. Darren spent four years practicing in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area under the tutelage of experienced business attorneys handling complex civil litigation with stakes running into the tens of millions, Limited Liability Company Member disputes, the purchase and sale of businesses worth millions of dollars, labor and employment disputes, for which he has represented both employers and employees, and hotly contested divorces.. This background has equipped Darren to help individual and corporate clients grapple with a range of legal and business issues. He handles disputes of all types, including business break-ups, corporate control battles, employment disputes, and complex tort cases.. Personal Background:. Driven from Washington, D.C. by its lack of mountains, I am an avid skier in the winter as well as a rock climber, para-glider pilot, mountain biker, and backpacker during the summer months. I recently discovered Trap and Skeet shooting as well; because I didn't have enough expensive hobbies as it was. Most weekends I can be found with my dogs and my wife exploring the mountains or enjoying all that Cache Valley offers.

Austin is married and is the proud father of seven children. Austin was born and raised in Magna, Utah where he graduated as the co-Valedictorian of Cyprus High School in 2001. After graduating high school, Austin attended the University of Utah, where he graduated summa cum laude as the Outstanding Scholar in Business Administration with a minor in Mandarin Chinese. From there, Austin attended Ave Maria School of Law, again graduating summa cum laude and first in his class. Austin was chosen by his classmates to speak at graduation, and was awarded the St. Thomas More award for excellence in character and academics.Austin began working at the age of 12 at a local greenhouse, as well as mowing lawns and other odd jobs for neighbors. At 18, he started working for a framing crew, and later left that job to serve as a missionary for the LDS Church in Taiwan, where he learned Mandarin Chinese. After returning from Taiwan and some more time framing, Austin began working at a silver refinery where he worked full-time while attending the University of Utah full-time.During law school, Austin clerked for a judge in Michigan, worked in a city attorney's office, was the research assistant to the Dean, and worked for a small firm in Florida. Since attending law school, Austin has worked in a variety of areas of law, including constitutional, business, real estate, finance, estate planning, adoption, international tax, prenuptials, creditor/debtor, corporate governance, contracts, and appeals. Austin has been involved in cases across the country ranging from Rhode Island to Hawaii, and is admitted to four Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal.Austin is a Believer who feels strongly that the world's best days are still ahead. He values connecting and working with others who also believe and are willing to work to build good.

I started practicing law in Utah County in 1994. During my career, I've been able to help thousands of clients. This gives me a great deal of satisfaction. While I make a living practicing law, I get satisfaction in helping my clients. It's always fun to run into an old client at the grocery store or at a ball game and catch up.. When I'm not practicing law, I love to write. I'm a member of the Utah Valley Writer's guild and attend their meetings regularly. I'm working on a middle grade novel. I don't know if I'll ever publish it but I'm enjoying working on it after hours.. Another hobby is traveling. I've visited 47 states and more than a dozen foreign countries. I lived in France for two years.. A sometimes hobby is radio controlled airplanes.. I'm blessed with a wonderful wife and four terrific children.

My greatest education has been growing up the son of an entreprenuer. The connection I have with small business runs through my bones and feeds a desire to help those strong and crazy enough to go out on their own. Entreprenuers built this country and will build the next the next big thing. Whether that is a space elevator (my own personal daydream) or a killer donut shop, I want to be apart of your team.