Appeals | Legal Writing | Strategic Consulting
Appeals | Legal Writing | Strategic Consulting
Experienced appellate practitioner supporting clients across all types of civil litigation.
About
Lawyer I graduated with high honors from the University of Texas School of Law. I clerked for the Utah Supreme Court, Utah Court of Appeals, Texas Supreme Court, and United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. I previously worked in the national appellate practice of a top-ranked firm, Weil Gotshal & Manges. I also chaired Ray Quinney & Nebeker's Appellate Practice Group. I now provide appellate, legal writing, and consulting support to clients in Utah and law firms across the country.
Parent When I became a parent, I stepped down from my role in Weil Gotshal & Manges Supreme Court & Appellate Litigation Practice. When I returned to the practice of law, I brought with me an understanding that people, ethics, and values should remain my highest priority.
Advocate I have had the opportunity to see first-hand the challenges neurodivergent youth encounter. As a result, I became an advocate for ensuring these young people have the tools they need to reach their potential. I founded My Place ING LLC, which offers academic, social, and other services to neurodivergent youth.
Approach
I strive to provide objective perspective to clients regarding the likelihood of success and the steps and costs of the appellate process.
I seek to be a respected resource to decisionmakers who can rely on my research and perspective.
I bring perspective founded on engagement with judges and top-tier advocates, as well as service on the Utah Supreme Court's Advisory Committee on the Rules of Appellate Procedure.
I believe judges find clear, well-founded legal arguments to be persuasive and do not appreciate insults or attacks on courts, opposing parties, or opposing counsel.
I recognize the burdens litigants face when navigating the legal system and strive to be a reliable counselor and advocate through the legal process.
I view ethical representation and straightforward advocacy as essential to my practice.
Services
Early-stage assessments
Critical motions
Post-judgment assessments
Appellate mediation
Appellate proceedings
Articles
Presentations
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