Experienced, creative family law attorney. Results focused. Flat Fees Available. Complimentary Consultations
So, a little about me. I know choosing an attorney is tough, and hopefully this information helps you. I co-founded my law firm, Just Law in 2010 because I saw a need for a different type of law firm. One that wasn't focused on a make money at all costs mentality. One that didn't leave scorched earth in the wake of a family law case. My law partner and I started a firm where we focus on the family and we try to be settlement-oriented, but still tough when we need to be. Our flat fee approach ensures that the focus stays on achieving the best outcome using client's resources to their maximum potential.
I have been practicing in the area of divorce and family law for over 17 years.
Prior to starting Just Law, I worked for the Office of Guardian ad Litem representing abused and neglected children for over 4 years. My degree in Psychology and training and experience with mediation, child development, alienation, abuse and neglect, trauma, domestic violence and personality disorders, makes me uniquely qualified to handle complex cases in a way that keeps client’s and children’s mental health at the forefront.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
2004 Juris Doctorate, Brigham Young University School of Law
2000 Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Summa Cum Laude, University of Utah
2000 Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, University of Utah
2007 Basic Mediation Training, Utah State Courts
2009 Advanced Domestic Mediation Training, Center for Advanced Mediation Studies
2012 Collaborative Law Training, International Association of Collaborative Professionals.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Utah State Bar Association, Member in Good Standing
Utah State Bar Family Law Section, Member
Utah State Bar, Dispute Resolution Section
Association of Collaborative Professionals of Utah
International Association of Collaborative Professionals
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
Utah State Bar LGBT and Allied Lawyers
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
“10” Expertise Rating on Avvo
Expertise, Best Family Lawyers in Salt Lake City
Lead Counsel Rating in Family Law
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 10 Best for Client Satisfaction
Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer
Elite Lawyer Award
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Utah State Bar Association
ELECTED POSITIONS
Utah Association of Conciliation Courts, Secretary
Association of Collaborative Professionals of Utah, President, 2019
Association of Collaborative Professionals of Utah, President-Elect, 2018
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Presenter, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Annual Training and Conference. Private Guardian ad Litem Training & Family Law 101, November, 2021
Presenter, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Annual Training and Conference. Advertising and Marketing Ethics for Attorneys and Mental Health Professionals, February, 2020
Presenter, Utah Family Law Section Continuing Legal Educations Series, The Future of Collaborative Law in Utah, January 2015
Presenter, Utah CASA Conference, Education Advocacy for Court Appointed Special Advocates, October 2012
PRO BONO ACTIVITIES
Utah State Office of Guardian ad Litem, Pro bono attorney
Family Law Clinics hosted by the Legal Aid Society of Utah and the U of U Pro Bono Initiative, Volunteer.
Tuesday Night Bar Volunteer clinic hosted by the Utah State Bar
Founder and Board Member of non-profit Wasatch Kids Camps Summer Camps
Utah Arbor Day Foundation Volunteer
PERSONAL
Laura enjoys hanging out with her two teenage children and their Borkie Dog, Lexie. Laura was born and raised in South Jordan and still enjoys a close relationship with her parents and brothers and sisters who all live nearby. Laura was raised in the LDS religion. but is not currently practicing. Laura loves to travel and has spent time living in Portland, Boston, California, Honolulu, Budapest and recently in Playa del Carmen for 5 months in 2017. Laura has personal experience as a step-parent and going through a divorce. She is currently a single mom and lives in a big house in Millcreek with her sister and 4 nieces along with her 2 kids, 2 dogs, a hamster named Chocolate Milk, a bunny named Patches and a 2 fish. Some of Laura’s favorite places in the world that she has traveled to or lived at include: Maui, Kauai, Rome, Venice, Budapest, Yachats, OR, Arcata, CA and St. George, UT. Laura enjoys canyoneering, coffee, rock climbing, swing dancing, mountain biking, pottery, skiing, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, roller coasters, summer travel camps with large groups of kids, Thai food, road trips, Sunday pot roast dinners, Rook card games, big trees, her backyard creek and yoga.
Practice areas
17 years, 800 cases
17 years, 600 cases
17 years, 500 cases
13 years, 500 cases
17 years, 400 cases
Languages spoken
English
Just Law
2040 E. 3300 S. Ste.3
Salt Lake City, UT, 84109
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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UT | Active | 2004 | 06/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 30 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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10 Best in Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
10 Best in Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Client Satisfaction Award | Avvo | 2016 |
Pro Bono Award | Utah State Bar | 2014 |
Presidential Scholarship | University of Utah | 2000 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Just Law LLC | 2011 - Present |
Guardian ad Litem | Office of Guardian ad Litem | 2005 - 2010 |
Attorney | Utah Legal Services | 2004 - 2005 |
Associate Attorney | Dabney & Dabney | 2002 - 2004 |
Protective Order Extern | Hawaii State Courts | 2002 - 2002 |
Child Care Office Legislative Assistant | Massachusetts Office of Child Care Services | 2002 - 2002 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Collaborative Professionals of Utah | Co-chair | 2014 - Present |
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals | Member | 2012 - Present |
Utah State Bar, Dispute Resolution Section | Member | 2010 - Present |
Utah State Bar, Litigation Section | Member | 2010 - Present |
Salt Lake County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | member | 2010 - Present |
Wasatch Kids Camps | Board Member | 2006 - Present |
BYU Education and Law Journal | Senior Editor | 2003 - 2004 |
Public Interest Law Foundation | President | 2002 - 2004 |
Amnesty International University of Utah | President | 1996 - 1998 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Education and Law Journal | Education Policies | 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Central European University, Legal Studies Department | n/a | 2002 |
University of Utah | B.S. | 2000 |
University of Utah | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2000 |
Humboldt State University | n/a | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Collaborative Law Update | Collaborative Family Law | 2015 |
Utah Bar Association | Private Guardian ad Litem | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Parra v. C | Victory- custody for my client |
P******* vs. P******* | Won |
Reller v. Reller | Won |
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Cory Wall, Family Attorney on Jul 6, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I've worked with Laura off and on for several years and highly endorse her. She really advocates for her clients and does an amazing job. Her professionalism helps make the process run more smoothly and efficiently to get a good resolution of cases.
Jill Coil, Family Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Laura is tenacious in the courtroom and advocates well for her clients. She is a great leader for women in the family law community.
Cory Wall, Family Attorney on Jul 6, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I've worked with Laura off and on for several years and highly endorse her. She really advocates for her clients and does an amazing job. Her professionalism helps make the process run more smoothly and efficiently to get a good resolution of cases.
Jill Coil, Family Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Laura is tenacious in the courtroom and advocates well for her clients. She is a great leader for women in the family law community.
Theodore Weckel, Family Attorney on Apr 6, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Laura is a very zealous advocate. However, she also has very good mediation skills. I was able to resolve a difficult case with her due to her determination to get the mediation done.
Marco Brown, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 23, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have known and worked against Laura for years now. She is prepared, well-spoken, and tenacious while being nice. She is a creative attorney who will always challenge in order to do best by her client.
Spencer Ricks, Family Attorney on Mar 21, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I have known Laura and worked with her on numerous cases for over 6 years now and have always found her to be very thorough, competent, and passionate in her practice and advocacy of her clients.
Nonie Ferguson, Family Attorney on Mar 21, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Laura is an amazing attorney and a zealous advocate. She has an immense amount of experience in family law and that experience is evident in the court room and during mediation, negotiations, client counseling and legal writing.
Jessica Couser, Family Attorney on Sep 9, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Laura cares about her clients. She moves cases forward quickly and never stalls or drags a case out. She looks for settlement opportunities whenever possible, but is also excellent in litigation.
John Coy, Family Attorney on Apr 27, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Laura is an excellent family law/divorce attorney. As opposing counsel I can say that she fights for her clients, and it is obvious that she cares. Laura is well respected in the Utah legal community.
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