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Before becoming an  attorney, I worked as an investigative journalist and then as a licensed private investigator. Today, I use many of the same skills to fight for my clients.. Research and writing are my passions, and I won't give up before my clients do. I've taken criminal, civil rights, and civil tort cases to trial in local, state, and federal courts, and I've argued before the Utah Court of Appeals and the Utah Supreme Court.

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.

“I grew up on the West Side, fought hard to be able to afford to attend law school, and am proud to now have the skills and knowlege to help people – it’s a hard system, nobody should get trapped in it without a good advocate on their side.”. I've been practicing criminal law for over 16 years – As a former Felony Prosecutor with the DA’s office I expanded my knowledge of criminal law practice and litigation skills while on the Screening, Misdemeanor/Domestic Violence, General Felony/Securities Fraud, Felony Drug and specialty Felony DUI Units.. I spend over a year on the Misdemeanor team in Justice Court prosecuting a wide-range of cases from Drugs/DUI’s to Domestic Violence/Disorderly Conduct. For 3 years I focused solely on and prosecuted hundreds of FELONY DUI cases while on a the Felony DUI Unit.. After eight years at the DA’s office I was proud and excited to start my own law practice putting my skills to work to protect my clients rights and liberties.  Call my office to set up a free consultaiton call

With a passion for the law – and a unique perspective, Skye brings years of legal experience to the table. Thanks to her extensive trial experience, paired with a strong knowledge and understanding of the law, Skye is able to advocate decisively for her clients. Her ability to connect with people deeply allows her to not only communicate effectively, but produces the best possible outcome for clients. Skye has been recognized as a 2018 Utah Legal Elite by Utah Business Magazine, 2018 and 2019 Top 40 under 40 trial lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association and an "Attorney to Watch in 2017" by Attorney at Law magazine.  Utah Business magazine surveyed thousands of Utah State Bar members who were asked to vote for the lawyers whose work they observed firsthand as the best and whose services they would recommend to others.. Skye is a tireless supporter of her son's hockey and lacrosse leagues, as well as the local non-profit communities, including the VOA Homeless Youth Resource Center and Geraldine E. King Women's Resource Center.

After leaving a career as a Merchant Marine officer, Mr. Bautista has practiced criminal defense exclusively since 1999.  Since then, he has  represented over 6,000 clients and has obtained dismissals or not guilty verdicts in all types of criminal cases, including white collar crimes, criminal homicide, all sex crimes including rape and aggravated sex abuse of a child, aggravated burglary, robbery, thefts, forgeries, aggravated assaults, drug and alcohol charges including DUI, and domestic violence allegations.  When unable to secure a dismissal, Mr. Bautista has helped obtain a favorable resolution, or tried the case before a jury.  As of December 1, 2014, he has tackled over 196 jury trials as lead counsel with 139 acquittals, and of the guilty verdicts, three have been reversed on appeal and two were to a lesser misdemeanor charge. Of note is he has obtained acquittals in 5 murder trials in a row!. Mr. Bautista believes that each case must be handled from the onset for trial.  While most criminal cases are dismissed or resolved prior to trial, diligent and aggressive representation from the onset is fundamental to obtaining the best results.. At Bautista,Booth & Parkinson, Mr. Bautista focuses on representing individuals and companies in white collar criminal cases, and individuals in all criminal cases.  By habitually exceeding the continuing education requirements established by the Utah Bar, Mr. Bautista keeps abreast of all major developments in frequently litigated areas, such as securities fraud, health care fraud, environmental crime, computer crime, and sex crimes.  Mr. Bautista has represented many high profile clients and he prides himself in being one of less than 15 criminal defense attorneys in private practice qualified to represent clients charged with capital murder in Utah.  Thanks to his extensive experience as a trial and appellate attorney, he has successfully helped two clients avoid the death penalty.. Whether you, your company, or your loved ones are under investigation, or have been formally charged, Mr. Bautista has the experience, dedication, and a proven history of success to help avoid the most serious consequences.

Ann Taliaferro is an associate attorney at Brown, Bradshaw & Moffat and has practiced law since 2000. Her practice includes criminal defense and criminal appeals. Ann received her Juris Doctorate from the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah and was a William H. Leary Scholar. Ann was a staff writer and editor of the Utah Law Review for two years. She was also a member of the National Trial Team and a semi-finalist at the Traynor Moot Court Competition. Prior to joining Brown, Bradshaw & Moffat, Ann was a law clerk for the Utah Attorney General's Office - Criminal Appeals Division and the United States Attorney's Office. She also completed an internship at the Supreme Court of the United States, Office of the Curator. Ann is a member of the Utah State Bar and is licensed to practice before all Utah state and federal courts and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. Ann is also a member of the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and has served on the Amicus Committee since 2005. Ann also served on the UACDL CLE Committee from 2005 to 2008. Ann has been a CJA Appellate Panel Attorney for the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals since 2007 and is currently serving as a member of the CJA Standing Committee. In addition, Ann is member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Utah Business Magazine named Ann as an "Up and Coming Legal Elite" in 2009 and 2010, and she has also been designated as a "Mountain States Rising Star" in 2009 and 2010 by Super Lawyers.

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.

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.

Susanne Gustin is a top rated attorney in the state of Utah. With more than 29 years of experience in as a trial attorney, Susanne Gustin has earned a reputation for aggressively defending her clients. Susanne is well-known for her involvement in high-profile cases with some cases receiving national coverage. She has obtained numerous acquittals and dismissals of charges for her clients and has successfully created a name for herself in the legal community. In addition to her reputation in the courtroom, Suanne Gustin has been recognized for her professional excellence by a number of organizations, including an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbel, recognition in Utah Business Magazine’s list of “Best Criminal Defense Attorneys.”  She was also president of the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys in 2002 and the David K. Watkiss-Sutherland II Inns of Court in 2012. Susanne Gustin has decades of courtroom experience defending clients against a wide array of offenses, including sex crimes, theft and property crimes, and juvenile crimes.

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.