$ 350-350 per hour
also known as ANDERSON-WEST LAW
I grew up in a small-town of 2,500 people in Milton, Wisconsin. I started my legal career as a legal secretary in Elkhorn, Wisconsin while attending college at the University of Wisconsin. Utah has been my home since 1997 after moving to Salt Lake City to attend the University of Utah College of Law. My daughter accompanied me to my first year of law school and I had the privilege of becoming a mother again during my second year of law school. Thereafter, my daughter and son played active roles in my education.
My law practice focuses on civil litigation in the areas of employment law, business law and contract negotiation and disputes. I represent both employees and employers in areas that include unemployment appeals, discrimination, wage and hour claims, sexual harassment, hostile work environment, wrongful termination, whistleblower claims, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, OSHA whistleblower claims, contract disputes and litigation defense.
In this time of shelter-in-place mandates, social distancing, massive layoffs and unemployment, many of you will need to apply for Unemployment Insurance. Often times, your employer will interrupt the process telling the Utah Department of Workforce Services you should not receive unemployment. If this happens to you, I have the expertise to help you navigate the appeals process.
I have successfully represented individuals and business owners in federal court, state court, administrative hearings and through alternate dispute resolution in Utah and throughout the United States. I am passionate about the rule of law, civil rights and due process. I joined Stavros Law, P.C. in 2016 after running the OSHA Whistleblower Program at the Utah Labor Commission.
Thank you,
Michele Anderson-West
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885 Baxter Drive, South Jordan, UT, 84095
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Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I would never recommend them, very little communication, we were told at our first meeting we wouldn't need any money down, then all we received as far as any updates was emails asking for money. We are not impressed. no contact for weeks then a email asking for money, when my wife asked about the p...
Brad Beckett-You know that this is not true. Our first agreement, which my client (your girlfriend) signed, says I required a $1500 retainer for expenses prior to representing her. That was October 7, 2024. She did not pay the retainer for expenses. I gave her one month, and then asked in November 2024 for the retainer. It is now March 2025 and my client (your girlfriend) never paid the retainer. In the meantime, I sent a letter to my client's former employer, spoke many times with the Labor Commission, filed a Charge of Discrimination with the Utah Labor Commission, exchanged numerous emails with you and girlfriend, spoke to you both by phone, and had video meetings. Today, I received an email from you with a picture of a naked man, which you also sent to the Utah Labor Commission. I sent my client and you an email telling you to never send something like that and especially not to the Labor Commission. You emailed me back a snarky response. I sent you and my client an email telling you that I can no longer represent my client (your girlfriend) and also provided you with a list of attorneys who could probably help. I am not perfect and open to criticism. However, Brad, you know this is not true.
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Anderson-West quickly advocated for me when dealing with an employer. She consistently followed up with their attorney and supported my desire to seek justice. Michele was professional and empathetic in her approach. She is truly an advocate and will seek justice for her clients. She quickl...
Posted by Trevor | November 16, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
Michele was kind, responsive and knowledgeable regarding the details of my case. She assisted in providing guidance and legal advice regarding litigation options against a former employer as well as advice regarding the defense of a small claims case with the same employer. I would highly recomme...
Posted by Spencer | July 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Michele Anderson-West represented my husband and me in an absolutely ridiculous case that was brought on by someone who loves to litigate and enjoys trying to ruin the lives of innocent people. Just an evil person. Ms. Anderson-West could see the truth and facts in the evidence provided and went ab...
Posted by Fernando | June 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Michelle was pretty nice at first but her intentions became questionable. I filled a claim against my employer. She seemed to be on my side but then she started advising me to do things that I felt work against my best interest. I still did them, because I thought she was the professional. Sh...
I pride myself on always being honest with clients as to the strengths and weakness of their case. Sometimes clients, such as the person above, has expectations that are not warranted by the facts or by associated laws. It is apparent that I did not communicate effectively with this client and will work very hard to ensure effective communication and manage client expectations going forward.
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2022 - Present
Attorney/Owner, ANDERSON-WEST LAW
2016 - 2022
Attorney, Stavros Law, P.C.
2014 - 2016
Compliance Investigator, Utah Labor Commission
2003 - 2014
Litigation Attorney, Anderson-West PLLC
2003 - Present
Idaho State BarMember
2001 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Utah Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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