Centerfield Lawyers

Kent Collins has extensive tax planning experience counseling high net worth clients and small to mid-sized businesses. Mr. Collins is also experienced in the area of aviation law, having worked as in-house General Counsel for Morris Air. He is currently counsel for SkyWest, Inc.

Mr. Collins has taught classes at the Brigham Young University Law School on Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning, is a past Chair of the Tax Section of the Utah State Bar, and is admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court. He is a fellow in the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel.

Mr. Collins has...

Royce Covington handles litigation matters of all types before federal and state courts. He has extensive experience in disputes involving contracts, title insurance liability, commercial landlord / tenant matters, easements, fraud, deed warranties, mechanic’s liens, boundary disputes, adverse possession, lien priority, water and mineral rights, public roads and access rights.

Mr. Covington is a member of the American Bar Association’s Title Insurance Litigation Committee and has presented before the Utah Land Title Association.

Mr. Covington received a B.S. magna cum laude in Economics from Utah State University and a J.D. from the University of Oregon, Order of the Coif, where he was...

Dale Hansen is a member of the firm’s Business Section. He has significant experience with the airline industry, particularly in the area of aircraft acquisition and lease financing, maintenance agreements and general operational issues. He also specializes in corporate entity organization and structuring, partnership and corporate tax issues, as well as estate planning and administration.

Mr. Hansen has been an adjunct professor at Brigham Young University Law School where he taught courses on tax and advising closely held businesses.

Mr. Hansen has been awarded an AV rating – the highest awarded by Martindale-Hubbell. He has also been recognized in the...

Greg Maxwell is an attorney, Certified Financial Planner, and settlement planner with Amicus Settlement Planners, LLC. He is also a partner in the law firm Amicus Law Firm. His practice specializes in special-needs planning, government benefits planning, financial planning for settling plaintiffs, and income tax planning for attorneys. He is a past president and board member of the Society of Settlement Planners, a national organization advocating for plaintiff’s rights in the settlement planning process. Greg is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Utah Association for Justice, the Financial Planning Association, and the American Bar Association. Greg is a 2003 graduate...

M. Eric Olmstead's practice focuses in the areas of Employment Law, Construction Law, Business Law, and Real Estate Law. He handles cases involving wrongful termination, sexual harassment and other Title VII-based claims, ADA, non-compete agreements and trade secrets. He also counsels and trains employers on how to minimize their exposure to the risks of employment lawsuits. He works with owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in all phases of the construction process, including contract formation, bonding, liens, claims and litigation relating to these areas. Eric represents existing businesses in their legal needs, including contract drafting and enforcement, UCC, dissolutions and collections,...

Attorney Eric B. Barnes obtained his Bachelor's in Political Science in 1992, and his legal degree in 1995 from Brigham Young University. Mr. Barnes devotes his practice solely to estate planning and elder law, with special expertise in asset protection from the cost of long-term care and incapacity. Mr. Barnes was the 2010-2011 (and first full-term) Chair of the Elder Law Section of the Utah Bar. He is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), and is one of only three attorneys in Utah certified as an elder law attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation...

Mike Baker advises clients with respect to domestic tax matters and employee benefits and compensation. His clients include emerging companies, venture capital and private equity funds, and highly-compensated individuals. Mike frequently advises regarding choice of entity, conversion between entity types, tax-free reorganizations and taxable exit transactions. Additional areas of expertise include qualified small business stock, equity compensation, tax code Section 83(b) elections, phantom equity, deferred compensation, and tax code Sections 280G and 409A. Mike has represented clients in over 400 M&A transactions, including transactions with consideration in excess of a billion dollars. Mike also advises executives with respect to the negotiation of...

Roger Henriksen employs his background in accounting and over thirty-five years in law to help clients achieve their business objectives. Specializing in real property, land use planning and zoning, and construction law, he is continuously recognized by his peers and clients for outstanding customer service and innovative solutions.

Roger has extensive experience representing public and private owners, developers and contractors in a variety of industries in matters involving acquisition and development, construction, partnering relationships, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution. His extensive experience with real estate development, land use planning and entitlements, service, supply and transportation contracts, joint ventures, acquisitions and...

“In the world nothing [is] certain except death and taxes,” —Ben Franklin. I started my law practice because I wanted to help protect families from the two things we can’t avoid: death and taxes. If only we knew when these things would occur. Because we don’t, I want to help you and your family now, before problems arise, so that when they do, your relationships are preserved. My entire world revolves around my family, and I would do everything in my power to protect them if something were to happen to me. I have a feeling you would too. ...

Admitted in Idaho and Utah. AV rated attorney (Martindale Hubbel). Admitted to Utah State Bar in 1979 and Idaho State Bar in 2016. U.S. District Court, District of Utah (1981); U.S District Court of Idaho (2016); U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1997); U.S. Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals (1983); U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (1983); U.S. Tax Court (1980); U.S. Supreme Court (1984); Cache County Bar Assoc. (1980 – present); American Bar Association – ABA (1980 – 1992).

Specializing in Homeowners Association Law, Condominium Association Law, Real Estate Law, Business law, Contract Law, Civil Litigation, and Estate Planning & Administration.

Jeff Peatross has been practicing law for 36 years, with a focus on personal injury and insurance law.

AV Rated attorney providing quality legal services since 1997.

Erik received his law degree from Michigan State University. After graduating law school, he moved to Utah to begin his career as an attorney. He specializes in the areas of estate planning, asset protection, guardianship, probate and workers compensation. He was raised in a family of eight children and family has always been a priority for him. He has a wife and four children of his own. While away from work, he takes advantage of spending time with his family in every way possible such as coaching his son's t-ball team. Because Erik's father is also an attorney, he has been around...

Nicolas D. Turner has spent most of his life in Southern Utah, being a graduate of Pine View High School. He received his Associate of Arts at Dixie State College (now Dixie State University) in St. George and his Bachelor’s Degree at Southern Utah University in Cedar City. After receiving his Juris Doctor from Gonzaga School of Law in Spokane, Washington in 2009, Nick returned to St. George and joined Gary G. Kuhlmann & Associates, P.C., the predecessor of Turner and Kuhlmann. In addition to practicing law, Nick teaches business law and personal finance at Dixie State University,...

The experience that Ryan Baxter brings to his practice is highly unique among bankruptcy lawyers. He has worked for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy trustee, represented creditors in bankruptcy including several major national banks and has represented debtors while working for one of the top bankruptcy law firms in the state of Utah. With this background, Attorney Baxter has been involved in all facets of a consumer bankruptcy practice. This special experience and background enables him to provide unmatched representation for his clients. He is a member of the Utah Bankruptcy Lawyer’s Forum.

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As an attorney, Josh Dunyon is a member of the Utah, Wyoming and Idaho State Bar and has extensive experience representing injured clients. Josh takes pride in representing the one—the one who has suffered life altering injuries and the one who is now disadvantaged in a system built around big insurance companies.

While in law school, Josh worked as a judicial law clerk, competed on the Creighton Law School National Trial Team where his team won the Northwest Regional Championship and was named to the National Order of the Barristers. In his legal career, Josh has successfully tried numerous cases and...

Theron has been practicing law since 2004. His firm has met with over 20,000 families giving them advice and counsel so that they can make the best decision for their families. Theron went into law because he wanted to help people who find themselves in a difficult situation. He founded his practice on the principle that the client comes first. Unlike many law firms, he believes the client and their needs come first. Customer service and a successful outcome for his clients is his focus.

Keith Backman received a B.A. Degree in English in 1990 then decided to continue his education and received a J.D. Law Degree in 1993 from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at BYU. After graduating law school, Keith started his career as an attorney with Helgesen, Houtz & Jones. He is now a partner in the law firm. His practice is focused on Business Law, Contracts, Family Law, Real Estate Law, Estate Planning and General Counsel Services. He has represented clients in almost every court along the Wasatch Front and has appeared in the Utah Court of Appeals and the Utah...

Cheylynn Hayman is a member of the firm’s litigation group with an emphasis on employment law and employment defense.

With an eye toward helping clients avoid litigation issues, Ms. Hayman assists large and small employers in developing effective employment policies, procedures and handbooks. She has extensive experience with Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. She also has significant experience in the area of employment contracts, including executive employment agreements, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, and...

Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Attorney As the founder of Levitt Legal, PLLC, Darren M. Levitt is a strong advocate for men, women, and minors charged with alleged criminal offenses. His firm works closely with individuals who face misdemeanor or felony offenses in Utah. Levitt Legal, PLLC, is based in Salt Lake City, Utah and represents clients throughout Salt Lake County, Box Elder County, Chase County, and the surrounding communities. Darren Levitt provides all clients with the utmost attention, no matter the seeming severity of the charges they face. His Salt Lake City practice focuses solely on criminal defense. This includes DUI...

Michael Hoppe specializes in assisting clients in complex business and commercial litigation matters. He has broad experience representing clients in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including contract, construction, and other general business disputes. He has particular expertise in construction litigation, representing both large general contractors and owners in a variety of matters in several states involving defending or pursuing claims for construction defect, delay, acceleration, disruption, mechanics liens, and other construction-related claims.

Mr. Hoppe has substantial experience representing both companies and individuals in a variety of complex litigation matters. He has experience in state and federal...

Cory R. Wall has over 26 years experience and is a member in good standing of the State Bars of both Utah and California. Cory is an aggressive and tenacious attorney committed to his clients. He and his friendly staff work very hard to educate his clients about their legal situation and options. After deciding on a plan, he and his staff are committed to keeping his clients up to date as to the legal proceedings. This is done through email, mail, consultations and phone contact. He works hard to partner and help teach his...

Originally from eastern Washington, I completed my undergraduate degree at Eastern Washington University, where I studied public relations. After receiving my bachelor’s degree I headed a few miles north to Spokane, Washington, and completed law school at Gonzaga University School of Law. During law school, I had the opportunity to serve members of the Kalispel Tribe of Indians in several different legal matters while interning at Gonzaga’s free legal clinic for tribal members. In the summers between law school, I interned at a personal injury law firm. During this time, I was able to learn the ins-and-outs of the personal injury...

Robert A. Eder, Jr. helps people file Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Robert’s office is located at 5667 S. Redwood Road, Suite 8, Salt Lake City, UT 84123. Robert has been practicing bankruptcy law since 1999. Robert helps clients from all over Utah - if you do not live in the Salt Lake City area, we can take care of everything virtually. Robert offers a free consultation and has low fees and payment plan options.

5-Star Rated UT Real Estate Attorney and licensed UT Broker. Quoted in SLC Tribune regarding foreclosure boom. First Attorney in the nation to successfully nullify trust deeds with proven legal techniques. Member of BBB, free consultations. Former Chicago Prosecutor. Commercial and residential real estate solutions: short sales, foreclosure, eminent domain, landlord tenant, eviction, construction law, land use development, condemnation, property tax appeal and assessment, contracts, real estate fraud.

Matt started his law firm with the objective of building a community of caring, understanding, and philanthropy that is centered around the needs of its clientele. His polished product resulted in the creation of The Advocates Law Firm.

Matt graduated from the University of Utah’s Law School in December of 1991, and he immediately began to practice personal injury law in January of 1992. He started a solo practice in Midvale, and in 1995 moved to downtown Salt Lake. In 1996, Matt purchased a building which housed The Advocates until 2018 when the firm moved to its current location. Matt and...

Alan Tucker is a personal injury attorney specializing in the litigation portion of cases for The Advocates. He handles cases involving faulty medical devices, bad drugs, slip and falls, dog bites, wrongful death, and car, motorcycle and boating accident cases for plaintiffs at The Advocates. Alan dynamically assists in achieving the biggest compensation possible for his clientele.

Alan graduated in May 2012 from the University of Utah with two bachelor’s degrees in Spanish and International Studies. Three years later, he graduated from law school at the University of Notre Dame. Since graduating from Notre Dame, he has worked as a clerk...

Taylor joins The Advocates with a focus on Mass Torts. Taylor graduated in May 2015 from Utah State University with a B.A. in History. He later went on to graduate from Creighton University School of Law in May 2019 with a certificate in Litigation. While in law school, Taylor competed on the Creighton Law School National Trial Team, National Moot Court Team, and was named to the National Order of the Barristers. He was awarded the Lyle E. Strom Trial Advocacy Award for demonstrating effective brief writing and oral advocacy skills. Taylor is dedicated to passionately advocating for his clients...

Let us introduce you to Geri, your attorney with a heart of gold and a wealth of experience. Geri's journey began in the caring corridors of McKay-Dee Hospital, where she served as a Nurse L.P.N on the surgical floor. Here, she learned firsthand the delicate needs of patients during their most vulnerable moments. Transitioning from healthcare to education, Geri spent a decade at Viewmont High and Clearfield High, shaping young minds as a teacher of English and humanities. Her time in the classroom was more than just lessons and lectures; it was about nurturing a safe space for students to grow...

I have a diverse set of skills that will enable me to properly evaluate your claims. I have worked in the energy industry, insurance industry, and small business community. I am committed to providing the best legal advice possible and helping my clients achieve maximum results.

Kathie is a past Chair of the Elder Law Section of the Utah State Bar, and is currently one of only three attorneys in the state of Utah to have earned her specialist certification in Elder Law from the Board of Certification of the National Elder Law Foundation, the only elder law program accredited by the American Bar Association. She a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), ElderCounsel and the Salt Lake Estate Planning Counsel.