Awards & Recognitions
BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA® 2023 EDITION
Three recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” in their specific practice area in Utah.
Two recognized as Ones to Watch in America™
The following 41 Parr Brown attorneys were recognized by Best Lawyers in America®, representing 52 service areas:
- James Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Matthew Ball: Commercial Litigation, Real Estate Law
- Jeffery Balls: Commercial Litigation
- Martin Banks: Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental
- Paul Barrus: Tax Law
- Patricia Christensen: Product Liability Litigation–Plaintiffs
- Steven Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert Clark: Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation–Antitrust, Litigation-Securities, Trade Secrets Law
- Kent Collins: Business Organizations, Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Joseph Covey: Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Royce Covington: Commercial Litigation
- David Gee: Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law–“Lawyer of the Year” in Utah, Corporate Law, Real Estate Law
- Thomas Goodwin: Real Estate Law
- Jonathan Hafen: Bet–the–Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law–Individuals, Employment Law–Management, Labor Law–Management, Labor Law–Union, Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants, Litigation–Labor and Employment, Litigation–Securities, Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
- Stephen Hale: Bet–the–Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Litigation–Construction
- Dale Hansen: Commercial Finance Law
- Cheylynn Hayman: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law–Management, Litigation–Labor and Employment
- Roger Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory Hess: Copyright Law
- Michael Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Jeffrey Hunt: Communications Law, Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television, First Amendment Law, Litigation–First Amendment–”Lawyer of the Year” in Utah, Media Law
- Daniel Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Litigation–Environmental, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Matthew Jensen: Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Seth King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Kent Larsen: Mergers and Acquisitions Law–”Lawyer of the Year” in Utah
- Heidi Leithead-Villa: Employment Law–Management, Litigation–Labor and Employment, Workers’ Compensation Law–Employers
- Justin Matkin: Commercial Litigation, Litigation–Real Estate
- Robert McConnell: Corporate Law, Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley Neeleman: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Sara Nielson: Commercial Litigation
- Clayton Parr: Mining Law, Natural Resources Law
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation–Patent
- David Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – Environmental, Litigation–First Amendment
- Lamont Richardson: Construction Law, Real Estate Law
- Austin Riter: Litigation–Labor and Employment
- Spencer Romney: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Stephen Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Tax Law
- Jonathan Schofield: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law
- Kenneth Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Bentley Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Douglas Waddoups: Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Litigation–Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Securities Regulation
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America:
- Austin Bybee: Commercial Litigation
- Claire McGuire: Commercial Litigation
About Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected lawyer ranking service in the world. For 40 years, Best Lawyers has assisted those in need of legal services to identify the lawyers best qualified to represent them in distant jurisdictions or unfamiliar specialties. Best Lawyers awards are published in leading local, regional and national publications across the globe.
Lawyers who are nominated for consideration are voted on by currently recognized Best Lawyers working in the same practice area and located in the same geographic region. Our awards and recognitions are based purely on the feedback we receive from these top lawyers. Those who receive high peer reviews undergo a thorough verification process to make sure they are currently still in private practice. Only then can these top lawyers be recognized by Best Lawyers.
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America recognizes associates and other lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States.
August 18, 2022
Previous Awards and Recognitions
Three recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” in their specific practice area in Utah.
Two recognized as Ones to Watch in America™
The following 41 Parr Brown attorneys were recognized by Best Lawyers in America®, representing 52 service areas:
- James Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Matthew Ball: Commercial Litigation, Real Estate Law
- Jeffery Balls: Commercial Litigation
- Martin Banks: Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental
- Paul Barrus: Tax Law
- Patricia Christensen: Product Liability Litigation–Plaintiffs
- Steven Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert Clark: Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation–Antitrust, Litigation-Securities, Trade Secrets Law
- Kent Collins: Business Organizations, Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Joseph Covey: Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Royce Covington: Commercial Litigation
- David Gee: Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law–“Lawyer of the Year” in Utah, Corporate Law, Real Estate Law
- Thomas Goodwin: Real Estate Law
- Jonathan Hafen: Bet–the–Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law–Individuals, Employment Law–Management, Labor Law–Management, Labor Law–Union, Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants, Litigation–Labor and Employment, Litigation–Securities, Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
- Stephen Hale: Bet–the–Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Litigation–Construction
- Dale Hansen: Commercial Finance Law
- Cheylynn Hayman: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law–Management, Litigation–Labor and Employment
- Roger Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory Hess: Copyright Law
- Michael Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Jeffrey Hunt: Communications Law, Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television, First Amendment Law, Litigation–First Amendment–”Lawyer of the Year” in Utah, Media Law
- Daniel Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Litigation–Environmental, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Matthew Jensen: Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Seth King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Kent Larsen: Mergers and Acquisitions Law–”Lawyer of the Year” in Utah
- Heidi Leithead-Villa: Employment Law–Management, Litigation–Labor and Employment, Workers’ Compensation Law–Employers
- Justin Matkin: Commercial Litigation, Litigation–Real Estate
- Robert McConnell: Corporate Law, Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley Neeleman: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Sara Nielson: Commercial Litigation
- Clayton Parr: Mining Law, Natural Resources Law
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation–Patent
- David Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – Environmental, Litigation–First Amendment
- Lamont Richardson: Construction Law, Real Estate Law
- Austin Riter: Litigation–Labor and Employment
- Spencer Romney: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Stephen Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Tax Law
- Jonathan Schofield: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law
- Kenneth Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Bentley Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Douglas Waddoups: Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Litigation–Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Securities Regulation
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America:
- Austin Bybee: Commercial Litigation
- Claire McGuire: Commercial Litigation
About Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected lawyer ranking service in the world. For 40 years, Best Lawyers has assisted those in need of legal services to identify the lawyers best qualified to represent them in distant jurisdictions or unfamiliar specialties. Best Lawyers awards are published in leading local, regional and national publications across the globe.
Lawyers who are nominated for consideration are voted on by currently recognized Best Lawyers working in the same practice area and located in the same geographic region. Our awards and recognitions are based purely on the feedback we receive from these top lawyers. Those who receive high peer reviews undergo a thorough verification process to make sure they are currently still in private practice. Only then can these top lawyers be recognized by Best Lawyers.
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America recognizes associates and other lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States.
August 18, 2022
18 Parr Brown Attorneys Recognized by Mountain States Super Lawyers 2022
Eighteen attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2022 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition. The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less.
- “Top 100 Lawyers” – Robert Clark, and Jonathan Hafen.
- “Rising Stars” – Michael Anderson, Jeffery Balls, Steven Glauser, Thomas Goodwin, Braden Johnson, Victoria Luman, Jordan Toone, and Jonathan Williams.
The 2022 Mountain States Super Lawyers from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
Robert Clark, Business Litigation
Kent Collins, Estate Planning & Probate
David Gee, Real Estate
Jonathan Hafen, Business Litigation
Stephen Hale, Construction Litigation
Jeffrey Hunt, Media/Advertising
Matthew Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources
Heidi Leithead, Employment & Labor
Stanley Neeleman, Estate Planning & Probate
David Reymann, Business Litigation
The 2022 Mountain States Rising Stars from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
Michael Anderson, Business Litigation
Jeffery Balls, General Litigation
Steven Glauser, Business Litigation
Thomas Goodwin, Business Litigation
Braden Johnson, Banking
Victoria Luman, Entertainment & Sports
Jordan Toone, Mergers & Acquisitions
Jonathan Williams, Business Litigation
July 12, 2022
Seventeen attorneys recognized as leaders in their field.
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and several of its attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighted on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client. Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Douglas Waddoups, Michael Schefer, and Seth King)
- Real Estate Law (David Gee, Robert McConnell, and Lamont Richardson)
- Environmental, Natural Resources & Regulated Industries (Steven Christiansen, Daniel Jensen, Martin Banks, Matthew Jensen, and Kass Wallin)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert Clark, Stephen Hale, Jeffrey Hunt, and Jonathan Hafen)
- Labor and Employment Law (Heidi Leithead-Villa and Cheylynn Hayman)
For more information about these rankings, visit https://chambers.com/
June 1, 2022
Utah Business Magazine has named 40 of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless attorneys as Utah’s Legal Elite for 2022. The list of Utah’s Legal Elite is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
The following are the Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2022, listed by practice area:
Banking/Financial:
Skyler M. Tanner
Business & Corporate Law:
Braden W. Johnson
David E. Gee
Doug C. Waddoups
Jordan E. Toone
Michael J. Schefer
Nathanael D. Paynter
Seth R. King
Spencer W. Romney
Stephen E. W. Hale
Civil Litigation:
Cynthia D. Love
James L. Ahlstrom
Jeffrey J. Hunt
Jeffery A. Balls
Jeremy M. Brodis
Jonathan O. Hafen
Justin P. Matkin
Kara M. Houck
Laura G. Kennedy
Michael T. Hoppe
Robert S. Clark
Rodger M. Burge
Royce B. Covington
Sara M. Nielson
Energy & Natural Resources:
Daniel A. Jensen
Kassidy J. Wallin
Matthew E. Jensen
Environmental:
Erin H. St. John
Steven J. Christiansen
Estate Planning
Kent H. Collins
Stephen M. Sargent
Other:
Bentley J. Tolk
Cheylynn Hayman
David C. Reymann
Jonathan R. Schofield
Michael S. Anderson
Victoria R. Luman
Real Estate:
Robert A. McConnell
Roger D. Henriksen
Tax:
Paul J. Barrus
March 31, 2022
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is delighted to announce they have been ranked both Regionally and Nationally by U.S. News – Best Lawyers© in the 2022 “Best Law Firms” list.
Regionally for the Salt Lake Metropolitan Area they were ranked in 29 Tier-1, 5 Tier-2, and 1 Tier-3 practice areas.
According to the publication, “Firms included in the list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving a tier designation reflects the high level of respect a firm has earned among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and the same practice areas for their abilities, their professionalism, and their integrity”.
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Communications Law
Construction Law
Corporate Compliance Law
Corporate Governance Law
Corporate Law
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Employment Law – Individuals
Employment Law – Management
Energy Law
Environmental Law
Government Relations Practice
Labor Law – Management
Labor Law – Union
Land Use & Zoning Law
Litigation – Construction
Litigation – First Amendment
Litigation – Intellectual Property
Litigation – Labor & Employment
Litigation – Securities
Mergers & Acquisitions Law
Mining Law
Natural Resources Law
Real Estate Law
Tax Law
Trusts & Estates Law
Water Law
Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers
METROPOLITAN TIER 2 RANKING:
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Copyright Law
Insurance Law
Litigation – Environmental
Litigation – Patent
METROPOLITAN TIER 3 RANKING:
Antitrust Law
ABOUT “BEST LAW FIRMS”
The U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. To be eligible for a ranking, a law firm must have at least one lawyer listed in the current edition of Best Lawyers in a “Best Law Firms” ranked practice area / metro area.
November 4, 2021
Five recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” in their specific practice area in Utah.
37 lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2022.
The following Parr Brown attorneys were recognized and represent 47 of the firm’s service areas:
- James L. Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Matthew J. Ball: Real Estate Law
- Jeffery A. Balls: Commercial Litigation
- Patricia W. Christensen: Product Liability Litigation–Plaintiffs
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert S. Clark: Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation–Antitrust, Litigation-Securities, Trade Secrets Law
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Joseph M.R. Covey: Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Royce B. Covington: Commercial Litigation
- David E. Gee: Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law – Lawyer of the Year 2022, Real Estate Law
- Thomas E. Goodwin: Real Estate Law
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Bet–the–Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law–Individuals, Employment Law–Management–Lawyer of the Year 2022, Labor Law–Management, Labor Law–Union, Litigation–Labor and Employment, Litigation–Securities
- Stephen E.W. Hale: Bet–the–Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Litigation–Construction
- Cheylynn Hayman: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law–Management, Litigation–Labor and Employment
- Roger D. Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation–First Amendment, Media Law
- Daniel A. Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Litigation–Environmental, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Matthew E. Jensen: Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Seth R. King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Kent W. Larsen: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Heidi E. C. Leithead-Villa: Employment Law–Management, Litigation–Labor and Employment, Workers’ Compensation Law–Employers
- Justin P. Matkin: Commercial Litigation, Litigation–Real Estate
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law–Lawyer of the Year 2022, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Sara M. Nielson: Commercial Litigation
- Clayton J. Parr: Mining Law, Natural Resources Law
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation–Patent
- David C. Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation–First Amendment–Lawyer of the Year 2022
- Lamont R. Richardson: Real Estate Law
- Austin J. Riter: Litigation–Labor and Employment
- Spencer W. Romney: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Stephen M. Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Tax Law
- Jonathan O. Schofield: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law–Lawyer of the Year 2022
- Douglas C. Waddoups: Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Litigation–Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
About Best Lawyers®
Best Lawyers is the oldest, and one of the most highly-regarded peer-review publications in the legal profession. Selection to Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive, and rigorous peer-review survey comprising more than three million confidential evaluations by top attorneys. Because being listed in Best Lawyers is conferred on a lawyer by his or her peers, it is considered an honor to be included in the list.
August 19, 2021
18 Parr Brown Attorneys Recognized by Mountain States Super Lawyers 2021
Eighteen attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2021 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition. The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less.
- “Top 100 Lawyers” – Jonathan O. Hafen, Stephen E. W. Hale, and Jeffrey J. Hunt.
- “Rising Stars” – Michael S. Anderson, Jeffery A. Balls, Steven R. Glauser, Thomas E. Goodwin, Sara M. Nielson, Chad S. Pehrson and Jordan Toone.
The 2021 Mountain States Super Lawyers from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
Robert S. Clark, Business Litigation
Kent H. Collins, Estate Planning & Probate
David E. Gee, Real Estate
Jonathan O. Hafen, Business Litigation
Stephen E.W. Hale, Construction Litigation
Gregory M. Hess, Intellectual Property Litigation
Jeffrey J. Hunt, Media/Advertising
Matthew E. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources
Heidi E.C. Leithead, Employment & Labor
Stanley D. Neeleman, Estate Planning & Probate
David C. Reymann, Business Litigation
Stephen M. Sargent, Estate Planning & Probate
The 2021 Mountain States Rising Stars from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
Michael S. Anderson, Business Litigation
Jeffery A. Balls, General Litigation
Steven R. Glauser, Business Litigation
Thomas E. Goodwin, Business Litigation
Sara M. Nielson, Business Litigation
Jordan Toone, Mergers & Acquisitions
July 13, 2021
Fourteen attorneys recognized as leaders in their field.
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and several of its attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighted on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client. Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Douglas C. Waddoups, Michael J. Schefer, and Seth R. King)
- Real Estate Law (David E. Gee, Robert A. McConnell, and Lamont R. Richardson)
- Environmental, Natural Resources & Regulated Industries (Steven J. Christiansen, Daniel A. Jensen, and Matthew E. Jensen)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert S. Clark, Stephen E.W. Hale, Jeffrey J. Hunt, and Jonathan O. Hafen)
- Labor and Employment Law (Heidi Leithead-Villa)
For more information about these rankings, visit https://chambers.com/
May 20, 2021
Utah Business Magazine has named 26 of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless attorneys as Utah’s Legal Elite for 2021. The list of Utah’s Legal Elite is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
The following are the Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2021, listed by practice area:
Banking/Financial:
Kara M. Houck
Civil Litigation:
James L. Ahlstrom
Rodger M. Burger
Steven R. Glauser
Jonathan O. Hafen
Stephen E. W. Hale
Michael T. Hoppe
Cynthia D. Love
Justin P. Matkin
Sara M. Nielson
Constitutional Law:
Jeffrey J. Hunt
David C. Reymann
Energy & Natural Resources Law:
Daniel A. Jensen
Matthew E. Jensen
Kassidy J. Wallin
Environmental Law:
Erin H. St. John
Estate Planning Law:
Kent H. Collins
Stephen M. Sargent
Labor & Employment Law:
Cheylynn Hayman
Bentley J. Tolk
Mergers and Acquisitions:
Nathanael D. Paynter
Real Estate Law:
Roger D. Henriksen
Robert. A McConnell
Lamont R. Richardson
Tax Law:
Chase T. Manderino
March 10, 2021
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is delighted to announce they have been ranked both Regionally and Nationally by U.S. News – Best Lawyers© in the 2021 “Best Law Firms” list.
Regionally for the Salt Lake Metropolitan Area they were ranked in 32 Tier-1 practice areas. Nationally they were ranked in 1 Tier-3 practice area.
According to the publication, “Firms included in the list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving a tier designation reflects the high level of respect a firm has earned among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and the same practice areas for their abilities, their professionalism, and their integrity”.
“We are excited once again to be recognized as a Top Tier law firm by our clients and peers in 32 Tier-1 Regional Levels. We believe that this recognition confirms the depth and breadth of our expertise, as well as our desire to meaningfully contribute to the interests of our clients and community. I am confident that the outstanding lawyers with whom I am privileged to associate at Parr Brown will continue to provide excellent legal services for our clients as we assist them in realizing their business and personal objectives,” noted Bentley Tolk, President of Parr Brown.
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Communications Law
Construction Law
Copyright Law
Corporate Compliance Law
Corporate Governance Law
Corporate Law
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Employment Law – Individuals
Employment Law – Management
Energy Law
Environmental Law
Government Relations Practice
Insurance Law
Labor Law – Management
Labor Law – Union
Land Use & Zoning Law
Litigation – Construction
Litigation – First Amendment
Litigation – Intellectual Property
Litigation – Labor & Employment
Litigation – Land Use & Zoning
Litigation – Patent
Litigation – Real Estate
Mergers & Acquisitions Law
Mining Law
Natural Resources Law
Real Estate Law
Tax Law
Trusts & Estates Law
Water Law
NATIONAL TIER 3 RANKING:
Land Use & Zoning Law
ABOUT “BEST LAW FIRMS”
The U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. To be eligible for a ranking, a law firm must have at least one lawyer listed in the current edition of Best Lawyers in a “Best Law Firms” ranked practice area / metro area.
November 5, 2020
32 lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2021.
“We are honored that so many of Parr Brown’s lawyers have once again been recognized as some of the finest lawyers in Utah,” said Bentley Tolk, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “We congratulate all of our lawyers who have earned this recognition through their high-quality work, professionalism, and dedication to our valued clients.” The following Parr Brown attorneys were recognized and represent 42 of the firm’s service areas:
- James L. Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Daniel E. Barnett: Commercial Litigation, Water Law
- Michael D. Black: Commercial Litigation, Tax Law
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert S. Clark: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation-Securities, Trade Secrets Law
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Rita M. Cornish: Commercial Litigation, Litigation-Construction
- Joseph M.R. Covey: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- David E. Gee: Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Real Estate Law
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law – Individuals, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, Labor Law – Union, Litigation–Labor and Employment –Lawyer of the Year 2021, Litigation–Securities
- Stephen E.W. Hale: Commercial Litigation, Litigation –Construction –Lawyer of the Year 2021
- Cheylynn Hayman: Commercial Litigation, Litigation–Labor and Employment
- Roger D. Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – First Amendment, Media Law
- Daniel A. Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Matthew E. Jensen: Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Seth R. King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law-Lawyer of the Year 2021
- Heidi E. C. Leithead-Villa: Employment Law – Management-Lawyer of the Year 2021, Litigation – Labor and Employment, Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers
- Justin P. Matkin: Commercial Litigation
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman: Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Clayton J. Parr: Energy Law
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
- David C. Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – First Amendment
- Ronald G. Russell: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation – Construction, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning-Lawyer of the Year 2021, Litigation – Real Estate
- Stephen M. Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Jonathan O. Schofield: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Douglas C. Waddoups: Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law-Lawyer of the Year 2021, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
August 24, 2020
Twenty-six attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2020 Mountain States Super Lawyers” and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition.
The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less.
- “Top 100 Lawyers” – Jonathan O. Hafen, Stephen E. W. Hale, and Jeffrey J. Hunt.
- “Rising Stars” – Michael S. Anderson, Jeffery A. Balls, Steven R. Glauser, Thomas E. Goodwin, Chase T. Manderino, Sara M. Nielson, Chad S. Pehrson and Jordan Toone.
The 2020 Mountain States Super Lawyers from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
Daniel E. Barnett, Business Litigation
Patricia W. Christensen, Business Litigation
Robert S. Clark, Business Litigation
Kent H. Collins, Estate Planning & Probate
David E. Gee, Real Estate
Jonathan O. Hafen, Business Litigation
Stephen E.W. Hale, Construction Litigation
Gregory M. Hess, Intellectual Property Litigation
Jeffrey J. Hunt, Media/Advertising
Daniel A. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources
Matthew E. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources
Heidi E.C. Leithead, Employment & Labor
Stanley D. Neeleman, Estate Planning & Probate
David C. Reymann, Business Litigation
Austin J. Riter, Business Litigation
Ronald G. Russell, Business Litigation
Stephen M. Sargent, Estate Planning & Probate
Terry E. Welch, Business Litigation
The 2020 Mountain States Rising Stars from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
Michael S. Anderson, Business Litigation
Jeffery A. Balls, General Litigation
Steven R. Glauser, Business Litigation
Thomas E. Goodwin, Business Litigation
Chase T. Manderino, Tax
Sara M. Nielson, Business Litigation
Chad S. Pehrson, Intellectual Property Litigation
Jordan Toone, Mergers & Acquisitions
June 12, 2020
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and several of its attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighted on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Seth R. King)
- Real Estate Law (David E. Gee, Robert A. McConnell, and Lamont R. Richardson)
- Environmental, Natural Resources & Regulated Industries (Steven J. Christiansen, Daniel A. Jensen, and Matthew E. Jensen)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert S. Clark, Stephen E.W. Hale, Jeffrey J. Hunt, and Jonathan O. Hafen)
- Labor and Employment Law (Heidi Leithead-Villa)
June 1, 2020
Utah Business Magazinehas named 22 of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless attorneys as Utah’s Legal Elite for 2020.
The list of Utah’s Legal Elite is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
The following are the Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2020, listed by practice area:
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Matthew Ball, Robert Clark, Jonathan Hafen, Michael Hoppe, Justin Matkin, Chad Pehrson, Terry Welch.
- Intellectual Property –Gregory Hess.
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David Gee, Barton Gertsch, Robert McConnell, Lamont Richardson.
March 16, 2020
Parr Brown was recognized and awarded by Benchmark Litigation as Utah Firm of the Year. This was Benchmark Litigation’s ninth annual US awards in which it recognizes the country’s most distinguished litigators and their firms for their work over the past twelve months.
Benchmark Litigation is the only publication on the market to focus exclusively on litigation in the US. Research is conducted through extensive interviews with litigators, dispute resolution specialists and their clients to identify the leading litigators and firms. During these interviews, we examine recent casework handled by law firms and ask individual litigators to provide their professional opinions on peers and practitioners within their jurisdiction or practice area. More of Benchmark Litigation’s methodology can be found
here.
March 5, 2020
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is delighted to announce they have been ranked both Regionally and Nationally by U.S. News – Best Lawyers© in the 2020 “Best Law Firms” list.
Regionally for the Salt Lake Metropolitan Area they were ranked in 31 Tier 1 practice areas. Nationally they were ranked in 1 Tier 3 practice area.
According to the publication, “Firms included in the list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving a tier designation reflects the high level of respect a firm has earned among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and the same practice areas for their abilities, their professionalism, and their integrity.”
“We are grateful to again be recognized as a Top Tier law firm by our clients and peers in 31 Tier 1 Regional Levels. We believe such recognition speaks to the depth and breadth of our expertise, as well as our desire to meaningfully contribute to the interests of our clients and community. I am confident that the outstanding lawyers with whom I am privileged to associate at Parr Brown will continue to provide excellent legal services for our clients as we assist them in realizing their business and personal objectives,” noted Robert McConnell, President of Parr Brown.
REGIONAL TIER 1 RANKINGS:
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Communications Law
Construction Law
Copyright Law
Corporate Compliance Law
Corporate Governance Law
Corporate Law
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Employment Law – Individuals
Employment Law – Management
Energy Law
Environmental Law
First Amendment Law
Government Relations Practice
Insurance Law
Labor Law – Management
Labor Law – Union
Land Use & Zoning Law
Litigation – Construction
Litigation – First Amendment
Litigation – Intellectual Property
Litigation – Labor & Employment
Litigation – Land Use & Zoning
Litigation – Patent
Litigation – Real Estate
Mergers & Acquisitions Law
Mining Law
Real Estate Law
Tax Law
Trusts & Estates Law
NATIONAL TIER 3 RANKING:
Land Use & Zoning Law
ABOUT “BEST LAW FIRMS”
The U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. To be eligible for a ranking, a law firm must have at least one lawyer listed in the current edition of Best Lawyers in a “Best Law Firms” ranked practice area / metro area.
November 1, 2019
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announces that 32 lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2020.
“We are honored that so many of our lawyers have once again been recognized by their peers as some of the finest lawyers in our legal community,” said Robert McConnell, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “Our congratulations and thanks are extended to each of the Parr Brown attorneys who have earned this recognition through their consistent efforts, professionalism, and dedication to our valued clients.”
The following Parr Brown attorneys were recognized and represent 39 of the firm’s service areas:
- James L. Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Daniel E. Barnett: Commercial Litigation
- Michael D. Black: Commercial Litigation, Tax Law
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert S. Clark: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Trade Secrets Law-Lawyer of the Year 2020
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Rita M. Cornish: Commercial Litigation, Litigation-Construction
- Joseph M.R. Covey: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- David E. Gee: Corporate Governance Law, Real Estate Law, Corporate Compliance Law-Lawyer of the Year 2020
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law – Individuals, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment, Labor Law – Union-Lawyer of the Year 2020
- Stephen E.W. Hale: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction
- Cheylynn Hayman: Commercial Litigation
- Roger D. Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Media Law, Litigation – First Amendment-Lawyer of the Year 2020
- Daniel A. Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental, Mining Law, Water Law, Natural Resources Law-Lawyer of the Year 2020
- Matthew E. Jensen: Water Law
- Seth R. King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Heidi E. C. Leithead-Villa: Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Justin P. Matkin: Commercial Litigation
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman: Tax Law, Trusts and Estates-Lawyer of the Year 2020
- Clayton J. Parr: Mining Law, Natural Resource Law
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
- David C. Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – First Amendment
- Ronald G. Russell: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation – Construction, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning, Litigation – Real Estate-Lawyer of the Year 2020
- Stephen M. Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Jonathan O. Schofield: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Douglas C. Waddoups: Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
August 15, 2019
Thirty-one corporate attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2019 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition.
The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less.
“Top 100 Women Lawyers” – Heidi Leithead-Villa
“Top 100 Lawyers” – Jonathan O. Hafen, Stephen E. W. Hale, Jeffrey J. Hunt
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless 2019 Mountain States Super Lawyers
- Matthew J. Ball
- Daniel E. Barnett
- Patricia W. Christensen
- Robert S. Clark
- Jonathan O. Hafen
- Michael T. Hoppe
- David C. Reymann
- Austin J. Riter
- Ronald G. Russell
- Terry E. Welch
- Rita M. Cornish
- Stephen E.W. Hale
Intellectual Property Litigation:
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless 2019 Mountain States Rising Star Attorneys
- Michael S. Anderson
- Steven R. Glauser
- Thomas E. Goodwin
- Mary Ann C. May
Intellectual Property Litigation:
- Chad S. Pehrson
Tax:
- Chase T. Manderino
May 31, 2019
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and several of its attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighted on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Seth R. King)
- Real Estate Law (David E. Gee, Robert A. McConnell, and Lamont R. Richardson)
- Environmental, Natural Resources & Regulated Industries (Steven J. Christiansen, Daniel A. Jensen, and Matthew E. Jensen)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert S. Clark, Stephen E.W. Hale, Jeffrey J. Hunt, and Jonathan O. Hafen)
- Labor and Employment Law (Heidi Leithead-Villa)
May 31, 2019
Utah Business Magazine has named 33 of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless attorneys as Utah’s Legal Elite for 2019. The list of Utah’s Legal Elite is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
The following are the Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2019, listed by practice area:
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Robert Clark, Jonathan Hafen, Michael Hoppe, Jeffrey Hunt, Justin Matkin, David Reymann, Ronald Russell, Terry Welch.
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David Gee, Barton Gertsch, Robert McConnell, Lamont Richardson.
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“Up and Coming” (recognizing lawyers who’ve been practicing law for fewer than eight years) –
Cynthia Love, Nathanael Paynter, Spencer Romney, Jordan Toone.
March 1, 2019
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is delighted to announce they have been received 38 Tier 1 Regional rankings by U.S. News – Best Lawyers© in the recently released 2019 “Best Law Firms” list.
According to the publication, “Firms included in the list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving a tier designation reflects the high level of respect a firm has earned among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and the same practice areas for their abilities, their professionalism and their integrity.
“We are honored to be recognized as a Top Tier law firm by our clients and our peers. To be recognized at the Tier 1 Regional Level in 38 different practice areas demonstrates the depth and breadth of our expertise and the high quality of our lawyers. We will continue to strive to efficiently provide outstanding legal work for the clients we serve,” noted Jonathan Hafen, President of Parr Brown.
Parr Brown received the following 38 Tier 1 rankings:
Commercial Litigation
Communications Law
Construction Law
Copyright Law
Corporate Compliance Law
Corporate Governance Law
Corporate Law
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Employment Law – Individuals
Employment Law – Management
Energy Law
Environmental Law
First Amendment Law
Government Relations Practice
Information Technology Law
Insurance Law
Labor Law – Management
Labor Law – Union
Land Use & Zoning Law
Litigation – Antitrust
Litigation – Banking & Finance
Litigation – Construction
Litigation – First Amendment
Litigation – Intellectual Property
Litigation – Labor & Employment
Litigation – Land Use & Zoning
Litigation – Mergers & Acquisitions
Litigation – Patent
Litigation – Real Estate
Mergers & Acquisitions Law
Mining Law
Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
Real Estate Law
Securities / Capital Markets Law
Securities Regulation
Tax Law
Trusts & Estates Law
Venture Capital Law
ABOUT “BEST LAW FIRMS”
The U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. To be eligible for a ranking, a law firm must have at least one lawyer listed in the current edition of Best Lawyers in a “Best Law Firms” ranked practice area / metro area.
November 8, 2018
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is proud to announce that Patricia W. Christensen will be awarded the YWCA’s 2018 Outstanding Achievement Award in Law at its 30th Annual Leader Luncheon on Friday, September 7, at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City. This recognition is presented by YWCA Utah to remarkable women who have demonstrated their commitment to advancing the well-being of Utah women and girls, and whose work and achievement exemplify the YWCA’s mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
“The lawyers at Parr Brown are thrilled that Pat is receiving this well-deserved recognition. She has been a role model and mentor for the firm’s lawyers for almost four decades, and her leadership and influence, especially among the firm’s women lawyers, has been profoundly positive,” said Parr Brown President Jonathan O. Hafen. Ms. Christensen was one of the firm’s earliest lawyers, and was instrumental in helping build the firm and its commercial litigation practice, serving twice as its President, and in many other leadership capacities over the years.
August 23, 2018
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is proud to be recognized with the President’s Award for Excellence at the Salt Lake Chamber Annual Meeting. This award is given for hard work, positive attitude, leadership and helping further the Chamber’s mission and bolster the business community.
“The Salt Lake Chamber has been an incredibly positive influence throughout Utah, particularly to our thriving business community. It is truly an honor to be part of the Salt Lake Chamber and to work with such amazing business leaders. To be chosen to receive the President’s Award for Excellence is a wonderful tribute to the work of so many at Parr Brown who effectively and tirelessly serve the legal needs of Utah businesses. We look forward to many years of future association with fellow business leaders through our membership in the Salt Lake Chamber,” noted Parr Brown President, Jonathan O. Hafen” list.
August 22, 2018
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announced that 34 lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2019.
“It is an honor for so many of our lawyers once again to be recognized by their peers as some of the finest lawyers in our legal community,” said Jonathan Hafen, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “We congratulate the Parr Brown attorneys who earned this recognition through their hard work, natural talents, and dedication to meeting our clients’ legal needs.”
The following Parr Brown attorneys were recognized and represent 48 of the firm’s service areas:
- James L. Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Bryan T. Allen: Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation-Lawyer of the Year 2019, Venture Capital Law
- Michael D. Black: Commercial Litigation, Tax Law
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert S. Clark: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Trade Secrets Law
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Rita M. Cornish: Commercial Litigation, Litigation-Construction
- Joseph M.R. Covey: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- David E. Gee: Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law-Lawyer of the Year 2019, Real Estate Law
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law – Individuals, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, Labor Law – Union, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Stephen E.W. Hale: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction
- Roger D. Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Stephen J. Hill: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Antitrust, Litigation – Banking and Finance, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Mergers and Acquisitions
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Megan J. Houdeshel: Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – First Amendment, Media Law
- Daniel A. Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law-Lawyer of the Year 2019
- Matthew E. Jensen: Water Law
- Seth R. King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Heidi Leithead-Villa: Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Justin P. Matkin: Commercial Litigation
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman: Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
- Keith L. Pope: Securities / Capital Markets Law
- David C. Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – First Amendment-Lawyer of the Year 2019
- Ronald G. Russell: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation – Construction-Lawyer of the Year 2019, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning, Litigation – Real Estate
- Stephen M. Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Jonathan O. Schofield: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Douglas C. Waddoups: Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Terry E. Welch: Commercial Litigation, Information Technology Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
August 15, 2018
Thirty-three corporate attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2018 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition.
The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less. Jonathan O. Hafen, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless, noted, “It is gratifying to once again see so many of our lawyers receive not just local but regional recognition for their dedication and excellence in representing our clients.”
Heidi Leithead-Villa
“Top 100 Lawyers” –
Jonathan O. Hafen
Stephen E. W. Hale
Jeffrey J. Hunt
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless 2018 Mountain States Super Lawyers
Business Litigation:
- Matthew J. Ball
- Daniel E. Barnett
- Patricia W. Christensen
- Robert S. Clark
- Jonathan O. Hafen
- Michael T. Hoppe
- David C. Reymann
- Austin J. Riter
- Ronald G. Russell
- Terry E. Welch
Construction Litigation:
- Rita M. Cornish
- Stephen E.W. Hale
- Jeffrey D. Stevens
Estate Planning & Probate:
Energy & Natural Resources:
Bankruptcy & Business:
Real Estate:
Intellectual Property Litigation:
Media/Advertising:
Employment & Labor:
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless 2018 Mountain States Rising Star Attorneys
Business Litigation:
- Michael S. Anderson
- Thomas E. Goodwin
- Mary Ann C. May
General Litigation:
Intellectual Property Litigation:
- Chad S. Pehrson
- LaShel Shaw
Environmental:
- Megan J. Houdeshel
Energy & Natural Resources:
Mergers & Acquisitions:
June 15, 2018
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and several of its attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.
Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighted on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Bryan T. Allen, and Seth R. King)
- Real Estate Law (David E. Gee, Robert A. McConnell, and Lamont R. Richardson)
- Environmental, Natural Resources & Regulated Industries (Steven J. Christiansen, Daniel A. Jensen, and Matthew E. Jensen)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert S. Clark, Stephen E.W. Hale, Jeffrey J. Hunt, and Jonathan O. Hafen)
- Labor and Employment Law (Heidi Leithead-Villa)
July 1, 2018
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announces that 35 of its lawyers have been named to Utah’s Legal Elite 2018. Utah Business magazine, which publishes the list of Utah’s Legal Elite, is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
Following are the Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2018, listed by practice area:
- Civil Litigation –Robert Clark, Jonathan Hafen, Michael Hoppe, Jeffrey Hunt, Justin Matkin, David Reymann, Ronald Russell, Terry Welch.
- Construction Law – Stephen Hale, Roger Henriksen, Jeffrey Stevens.
- Energy & Natural Resources Law – Daniel Jensen, Matthew Jensen.
- Environmental Law – Steven Christiansen, Megan Houdeshel.
- Estate Planning Law – Kent Collins, Stanley Neeleman, Stephen Sargent.
- Labor & Employment Law – Cheylynn Hayman, Heidi Leithead, Bentley Tolk.
- Mergers and Acquisitions – Bryan Allen, Seth King, Michael Schefer, Douglas Waddoups.
- Real Estate Law – David Gee, Barton Gertsch, Robert McConnell, Lamont Richardson.
- Tax Law – Dale Hansen, Kenneth Tillou.
- “Up and Coming” (recognizing lawyers who have been practicing law for fewer than eight years) – Cynthia Love, Nathanael Paynter, Spencer Romney, Jordan Toone.
April 3, 2018
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announced that 34 lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2018. Six of these lawyers were recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” in their specific practice area in Utah.
The following Parr Brown attorneys were recognized and represent 47 of the firm’s service areas:
- James L. Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Bryan T. Allen: Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation, Venture Capital Law
- Michael D. Black: Tax Law
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert S. Clark: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Trade Secrets Law
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law-Lawyer of the Year 2018, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Rita M. Cornish: Commercial Litigation, Litigation-Construction
- Joseph M.R. Covey: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- David E. Gee: Corporate Compliance Law-Lawyer of the Year 2018, Corporate Governance Law, Real Estate Law
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law – Individuals, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, Labor Law – Union-Lawyer of the Year 2018, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Stephen E.W. Hale: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction
- Roger D. Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Stephen J. Hill: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Antitrust, Litigation – Banking and Finance, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Mergers and Acquisitions
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Megan J. Houdeshel: Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law-Lawyer of the Year 2018, Litigation – First Amendment, Media Law
- Daniel A. Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental, Mining Law-Lawyer of the Year 2018, Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Seth R. King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Heidi E. C. Leithead: Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Bruce A. Maak: Real Estate Law
- Justin P. Matkin: Commercial Litigation
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman: Tax Law-Lawyer of the Year 2018, Trusts and Estates
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
- Keith L. Pope: Securities / Capital Markets Law
- David C. Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – First Amendment
- Ronald G. Russell: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation – Construction, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning, Litigation – Real Estate
- Stephen M. Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Jonathan O. Schofield: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Douglas C. Waddoups: Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Terry E. Welch: Commercial Litigation, Information Technology Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
August 16, 2017
Thirty-four attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2017 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition.
The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less.
Jeffrey J. Hunt, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless, noted, “We are proud to have nearly half of our attorneys recognized in this regional publication.”
Among those recognized, eleven have notable rankings:
- “Top 100 Lawyers” – Robert S. Clark, Jonathan O. Hafen, Stephen E.W. Hale, and
David C. Reymann. - “Rising Stars” – Michael S. Anderson, Jeffery A. Balls, Thomas E. Goodwin, Cheylynn Hayman, Megan J. Houdeshel, Matthew E. Jensen, Bryan S. Johansen,
Mary Ann C. May, Sara M. Nielson, Chad S. Pehrson, and Jenifer L. Tomchak.
The 2017 Mountain States Super Lawyers from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
Matthew J. Ball, Business Litigation
Daniel E. Barnett, Business Litigation
Robert S. Clark, Business Litigation
Kent H. Collins, Estate Planning & Probate
Rita M. Cornish, Construction Litigation
Joseph M.R. Covey, Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor
David E. Gee, Real Estate
Jonathan O. Hafen, Business Litigation
Stephen E.W. Hale, Construction Litigation
Michael T. Hoppe, Business Litigation
Jeffrey J. Hunt, First Amendment
Daniel A. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources
Heidi E.C. Leithead, Employment & Labor
Bruce A. Maak, Real Estate
Stanley D. Neeleman, Estate Planning & Probate
Clayton J. Parr, Energy & Natural Resources
David C. Reymann, Business Litigation
Austin J. Riter, Business Litigation
Ronald G. Russell, Business Litigation
Stephen M. Sargent, Estate Planning & Probate
Jeffrey D. Stevens, Construction Litigation
Bentley J. Tolk, Employment Law
Terry E. Welch, Business Litigation
The 2017 Mountain States Rising Stars from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
Michael S. Anderson, General Litigation
Jeffery A. Balls, General Litigation
Thomas E. Goodwin, Business Litigation
Cheylynn Hayman, Employment Litigation: Defense
Megan J. Houdeshel, Environmental
Matthew E. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources
Bryan S. Johansen, Business Litigation
Mary Ann C. May, General Litigation
Sara M. Nielson, General Litigation
Chad S. Pehrson, Intellectual Property Litigation
Jenifer L. Tomchak, Employment & Labor
July 7, 2017
For twelve years running, Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and several of its attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.
Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighted on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Bryan T. Allen, and Seth R. King)
- Real Estate Law (David E. Gee, Robert A. McConnell, and Lamont R. Richardson)
- Environmental, Natural Resources & Regulated Industries (Steven J. Christiansen, Daniel A. Jensen, Matthew E. Jensen, and Clayton J. Parr)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert S. Clark, Stephen E.W. Hale, Jeffrey J. Hunt, and Jonathan O. Hafen)
- Labor and Employment Law (Heidi E.C. Leithead)
June 1, 2017
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announces that 32 of its lawyers have been named to Utah’s Legal Elite 2017. Utah Business magazine, which publishes the list of Utah’s Legal Elite, is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
Following are the Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2017, listed by practice area:
- Bankruptcy/Workout Law – Joseph Covey.
- Civil Litigation – James Ahlstrom, Robert Clark, Rita Cornish, Jonathan Hafen, Stephen Hale, Michael Hoppe, Jeffrey Hunt, Bruce Maak, Chad Pehrson, David Reymann, Ronald Russell, Jenifer Tomchak, Terry Welch.
- Construction – Roger Henriksen, Jeffrey Stevens.
- Corporate Law & Transactions – Bryan Allen, Seth King, Brian Lloyd, Michael Schefer, Douglas Waddoups.
- Energy & Natural Resources Law – Daniel Jensen, Matthew Jensen.
- Environmental Law – Steven Christiansen, Megan Houdeshel.
- Estate Planning Law – Kent Collins, Stephen Sargent.
- Labor & Employment Law – Heidi Leithead.
- Real Estate Law – David Gee, Bruce Maak, Lamont Richardson.
- “Up and Coming” (recognizing lawyers who have been practicing law for fewer than eight years) – Austin Riter, Spencer Romney.
April 3, 2017
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announced that 33 lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2017. “We are honored as a firm to receive this level of acknowledgment by our peers,” said Terry Welch, president of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “We congratulate the Parr Brown attorneys who earned their place on the list every day through hard work, creativity and dedication to meeting our clients’ needs.”
The following Parr Brown attorneys were recognized and represent 45 of the firm’s service areas:
- James L. Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Bryan T. Allen: Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Venture Capital Law, Securities Regulation
- Michael D. Black: Tax Law
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert S. Clark: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Trade Secrets Law
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Joseph M.R. Covey: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- David E. Gee: Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Real Estate Law
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law – Individuals, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, Labor Law – Union, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Stephen E.W. Hale: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction
- Roger D. Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice (Lawyer of the Year 2017), Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Stephen J. Hill: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Antitrust, Litigation – Banking and Finance, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Mergers and Acquisitions
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Megan J. Houdeshel: Litigation – Environmental
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law (Lawyer of the Year 2017), Litigation – First Amendment, Media Law
- Daniel A. Jensen: Energy Law (Lawyer of the Year 2017), Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Seth R. King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Heidi E. C. Leithead: Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Bruce A. Maak: Real Estate Law
- Justin P. Matkin: Commercial Litigation
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman: Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
- Keith L. Pope: Securities / Capital Markets Law
- David C. Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – First Amendment
- Ronald G. Russell: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation – Construction, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning (Lawyer of the Year 2017), Litigation – Real Estate
- Stephen M. Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Jonathan O. Schofield: Commercial Litigation
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Douglas C. Waddoups: Antitrust Law (Lawyer of the Year 2017), Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property
- Terry E. Welch: Commercial Litigation, Information Technology Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
August 15, 2016
Thirty-three attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2016 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition. The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less.
Terry E. Welch, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless, noted, “We are proud to have nearly half of our attorneys recognized in this regional publication.”
Among those recognized, nine have notable rankings:
- “Top 100 Lawyers” – Robert S. Clark, David E. Gee, Jonathan O. Hafen, and Stephen E.W. Hale.
- “Rising Stars” – Jeffery A. Balls, Matthew E. Jensen, Bryan S. Johansen, Mary Ann C. May, and Jenifer L. Tomchak.
The 2016 Mountain States Super Lawyers from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are: Matthew J. Ball, Business Litigation Daniel E. Barnett, Business Litigation Robert S. Clark, Business Litigation Kent H. Collins, Estate Planning & Probate Rita M. Cornish, Construction Litigation Joseph M.R. Covey, Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor David E. Gee, Real Estate Jonathan O. Hafen, Business Litigation Stephen E.W. Hale, Construction Litigation Cheylynn Hayman, Employment Litigation: Defense Stephen J. Hill, Class Action/Mass Torts Michael T. Hoppe, Business Litigation Megan J. Houdeshel, Environmental Jeffrey J. Hunt, First Amendment Daniel A. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources Seth R. King, Mergers & Acquisitions Heidi E.C. Leithead, Employment & Labor Bruce A. Maak, Real Estate Stanley D. Neeleman, Estate Planning & Probate Clayton J. Parr, Energy & Natural Resources David C. Reymann, Business Litigation Austin J. Riter, Business Litigation Ronald G. Russell, Business Litigation Stephen M. Sargent, Estate Planning & Probate Jeffrey D. Stevens, Construction Litigation Bentley J. Tolk, Employment Law Terry E. Welch, Business Litigation The 2016 Mountain States Rising Stars from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are: Jeffery A. Balls, General Litigation Matthew E. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources. Bryan S. Johansen, Business Litigation Mary Ann C. May, General Litigation Chad S. Pehrson, Intellectual Property Litigation Jenifer L. Tomchak, Employment & Labor
June 13, 2016
For eleven years running, Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and several of its attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.
Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighted on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Brian G. Lloyd, Bryan T. Allen, and Seth R. King)
- Real Estate Law (David E. Gee, Robert A. McConnell, and Lamont R. Richardson)
- Environmental, Natural Resources & Regulated Industries (Steven J. Christiansen, Daniel A. Jensen, and Clayton J. Parr)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert S. Clark, Stephen E.W. Hale, Jeffrey J. Hunt, and Jonathan O. Hafen)
- Labor and Employment Law (Heidi E.C. Leithead)
May 27, 2016
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announced today that 27 of its lawyers have been named to Utah’s Legal Elite 2016 . Utah Business magazine, which publishes the list of Utah’s Legal Elite, is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
Following are the Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2016, listed by practice area:
- Bankruptcy/Workout Law – Joseph Covey, Michael Hoppe.
- Civil Litigation – Matthew Ball, Rodger Burge, Robert Clark, Jonathan Hafen, Stephen Hale, Jeffrey Hunt, Bruce Maak, Justin Matkin, Craig Parry, Chad Pehrson, David Reymann, Ronald Russell, Jonathan Schofield, Bentley Tolk, Jenifer Tomchak.
- Construction – Roger Henriksen.
- Corporate Counsel – Michael Schefer.
- Corporate Law & Transactions – Bryan Allen, Brian Lloyd, Michael Schefer, Douglas Waddoups.
- Energy & Natural Resources Law – Daniel Jensen, Matthew Jensen.
- Labor & Employment Law – Cheylynn Hayman, Heidi Leithead.
- Real Estate Law – David Gee.
March 31, 2016
The law firm of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is delighted to announce it has received the most Tier 1 rankings among Utah law firms by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers in the recently released 2016 “Best Law Firms” list.
According to the publication, “Firms included in the list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving a tier designation reflects the high level of respect a firm has earned among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and the same practice areas for their abilities, their professionalism and their integrity. “ “We are thrilled to be recognized for such an extensive list of top quality legal expertise,” noted Brian Lloyd, President of Parr Brown. “This reinforces our commitment to providing our clients with quality legal services in a broad range of areas.”
Parr Brown received the following 39 Tier 1 rankings:
- Commercial Litigation
- Communications Law
- Construction Law
- Copyright Law
- Corporate Compliance Law
- Corporate Governance Law
- Corporate Law
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Employment Law – Individuals
- Employment Law – Management
- Energy Law
- Environmental Law
- First Amendment Law
- Government Relations Practice
- Information Technology Law
- Insurance Law
- Labor Law – Management
- Labor Law – Union
- Land Use & Zoning Law
- Litigation – Antitrust
- Litigation – Banking & Finance
- Litigation – Construction
- Litigation – First Amendment
- Litigation – Intellectual Property
- Litigation – Labor & Employment
- Litigation – Land Use & Zoning
- Litigation – Mergers & Acquisitions
- Litigation – Patent
- Litigation – Real Estate
- Mergers & Acquisitions Law
- Mining Law
- Natural Resources Law
- Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
- Real Estate Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
- Securities Regulation
- Tax Law
- Trusts & Estates Law
- Venture Capital Law
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November 2, 2015
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announced that 32 lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2016.
“We are honored as a firm to receive this level of acknowledgment by our peers,” said Brian Lloyd, president of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “We congratulate the Parr Brown attorneys who earned their place on the list every day through hard work, creativity and dedication to meeting our clients’ needs.”
The following Parr Brown attorneys were recognized and represent 47 of the firm’s service areas:
- James L. Ahlstrom: Commercial Litigation
- Bryan T. Allen: Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law (Lawyer of the Year 2016), Securities Regulation, Venture Capital Law
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert S. Clark: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Trade Secrets Law
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Joseph M.R. Covey: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- David E. Gee: Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law (Lawyer of the Year 2016), Real Estate Law
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law – Individuals, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, Labor Law – Union, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Stephen E.W. Hale: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction
- Roger G. Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Stephen J. Hill: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Antitrust, Litigation – Banking and Finance (Lawyer of the Year 2016), Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Mergers and Acquisitions
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation – First Amendment, Media Law
- Daniel A. Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Seth R. King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Heidi E. C. Leithead: Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Brian G. Lloyd: Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation, Venture Capital Law (Lawyer of the Year 2016)
- Bruce A. Maak: Real Estate Law
- Justin P. Matkin: Commercial Litigation
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman: Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Craig Parry: Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
- Keith L. Pope: Securities / Capital Markets Law
- David C. Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law (Lawyer of the Year 2016), Litigation – First Amendment
- Ronald G. Russell: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation – Construction (Lawyer of the Year 2016), Litigation – Land Use and Zoning, Litigation – Real Estate
- Stephen M. Sargent: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Jonathan O. Schofield: Commercial Litigation
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Douglas C. Waddoups: Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Terry E. Welch: Commercial Litigation, Information Technology Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent
August 29, 2015
Thirty-seven attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2015 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition.
The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less. Brian G. Lloyd, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless, noted, “We are proud to have nearly half of our attorneys recognized in this regional publication.”
Among those recognized, five have notable rankings:
- “Top 100 Lawyers” – Robert S. Clark, Jeffrey J. Hunt and Jonathan O. Hafen.
- “Top 50 Women” – Heidi E.C. Leithead
- New “Rising Star” – Alison J. Behjani
The 2015 Mountain States Super Lawyers from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are: Matthew J. Ball, Business Litigation Daniel E. Barnett, Business Litigation Robert S. Clark, Business Litigation Kent H. Collins, Estate Planning & Probate Rita M. Cornish, Construction Litigation Joseph M.R. Covey, Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor David E. Gee, Real Estate Jonathan O. Hafen, Business Litigation Stephen E.W. Hale, Construction Litigation Stephen J. Hill, Class Action/Mass Torts Michael T. Hoppe, Business Litigation Jeffrey J. Hunt, First Amendment Daniel A. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources Seth R. King, Mergers & Acquisitions Heidi E.C. Leithead, Employment & Labor Brian G. Lloyd, Securities & Corporate Finance Bruce A. Maak, Real Estate Stanley D. Neeleman, Estate Planning & Probate Clayton J. Parr, Energy & Natural Resources David C. Reymann, Business Litigation Austin J. Riter, Business Litigation Ronald G. Russell, Business Litigation Stephen M. Sargent, Estate Planning & Probate Jeffrey D. Stevens, Construction Litigation Bentley J. Tolk, Employment Law Terry E. Welch, Business Litigation The 2015 Mountain States Rising Stars from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are: Jeffery A. Balls, General Litigation Cheylynn Hayman, Employment Litigation: Defense Megan J. Houdeshel, Environmental Matthew E. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources. Bryan S. Johansen, Business Litigation Mary Ann C. May, General Litigation Chad S. Pehrson, Intellectual Property Litigation Matthew B. Tenney, Aviation Jenifer L. Tomchak, Employment & Labor Robyn L. Wicks, General Litigation
June 12, 2015
Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has ranked several Parr Brown Gee & Loveless attorneys in their top tiers for ten years running. Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighted on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Brian G. Lloyd, Bryan T. Allen, and Seth R. King)
- Real Estate Law (David E. Gee, Robert A. McConnell, and Lamont R. Richardson)
- Environmental, Natural Resources & Regulated Industries (Daniel A. Jensen, Steven J. Christiansen, and Clayton J. Parr)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert S. Clark, Stephen E.W. Hale, Jeffrey J. Hunt, and Jonathan O. Hafen)
- Heidi E.C. Leithead also received special recognition for her work in the area of Labor and Employment Law.
June 9, 2015
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless today announced that 29 of its lawyers have been named to Utah’s Legal Elite 2015. Utah Business magazine, which publishes the list of Utah’s Legal Elite, is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
Following are the Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2015, listed by practice area:
- Bankruptcy/Workout Law – Joseph Covey
- Civil Litigation – James Ahlstrom, Rodger Burge, Patricia Christensen, Robert Clark, Jonathan Hafen, Stephen Hale, Michael Hoppe, Kara Houck, Jeffrey Hunt, Bruce Maak, Jonathan Schofield, Jenifer Tomchak.
- Corporate Law & Transactions – Bryan Allen, Rita Cornish, Seth King, Brian Lloyd, Douglas Waddoups.
- Energy & Natural Resources Law – Daniel Jensen
- Environmental – Megan Houdeshel
- Estate Planning – Stephen Sargent
- Labor & Employment Law – Cheylynn Hayman, Bentley Tolk
- Real Estate Law – David Gee, Barton Gertsch, Justin Matkin, Robert McConnell, Ronald Russell
- “Up and Coming” (recognizing lawyers who have been practicing law form fewer than eight years.” – Allison Behjani
March 31, 2015
The law firm of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is delighted to announce it has received the most Tier 1 rankings among Utah law firms by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers in the recently released 2015 “Best Law Firms” list.
According to the publication, “Firms included in the list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving a tier designation reflects the high level of respect a firm has earned among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and the same practice areas for their abilities, their professionalism and their integrity. “ “We are thrilled to be recognized for such an extensive list of top quality legal expertise,” noted Daniel Jensen, President of Parr Brown. “This reinforces our commitment to providing our clients with quality legal services in a broad range of areas.”
November 3, 2014
The law firm of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is pleased to announce that environmental attorney, Steven J. Christiansen, has been named ‘Lawyer of the Year’ by the Energy, Natural Resources & Environmental Law Section of the Utah State Bar. Mr. Christiansen was recognized for his knowledge and expertise in environmental law, including his involvement in passage and implementation of the revised administrative permit procedures before the Utah Department of Environmental Quality.
October 16, 2014
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless today announced that 27 of its attorneys have been selected by their industry peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2015.
“We are honored as a firm to receive this level of acknowledgment by our peers,” said Daniel Jensen, president of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “We congratulate the Parr Brown attorneys who earn their place on this list every day through hard work, creativity and dedication to meeting our clients’ needs.”
The following Parr Brown attorneys were recognized and represent forty-four of the firm’s service areas:
- Bryan T. Allen: Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation, Venture Capital Law
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law (Lawyer of the Year 2015)
- Robert S. Clark: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law (Lawyer of the Year 2015), Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- Joseph M. R. Covey: Bankruptcy Creditor Debtor Rights/ Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- David E. Gee: Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Real Estate Law
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law for Individuals (Lawyer of the Year 2015), Employment Law for Management, Management Labor Law, Union Labor Law, Labor & Employment Litigation
- Stephen E. W. Hale: Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation
- Roger D. Henriksen: Construction Law (Lawyer of the Year 2015), Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Stephen J. Hill: Commercial Litigation, Antitrust Litigation (Lawyer of the Year 2015), Banking & Finance Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions Litigation
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law (Lawyer of the Year 2015), First Amendment Litigation, Media Law
- Daniel A. Jensen: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Environmental Litigation, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law (Lawyer of the Year 2015)
- Seth R. King: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Heidi E. C. Leithead: Management Employment Law, Labor & Employment Litigation
- Brian G. Lloyd: Corporate Compliance Law (Lawyer of the Year 2015), Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions Law, Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation, Venture Capital Law
- Bruce A. Maak: Real Estate Law
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use & Zoning Law (Lawyer of the Year 2015), Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman: Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- D. Craig Parry: Intellectual Property Litigation, Patent Litigation
- Keith L. Pope: Securities / Capital Markets Law
- David C. Reymann: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, First Amendment Litigation (Lawyer of the Year 2015)
- Ronald G. Russell: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law (Lawyer of the Year 2015), Construction Litigation, Land Use & Zoning Litigation, Real Estate Litigation
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Terry E. Welch: Commercial Litigation, Information Technology Law, Intellectual Property Litigation, Patent Litigation
August 18, 2014
Forty attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2014 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition.
The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less.
Dan Jensen, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless noted. “We are proud to have Jeffrey Hunt listed among the “Top 10” Mountain States Super Lawyers and that Heidi Leithead was once again recognized as one of the “Top 50 Women in the region. It is also notable that Matthew Ball and Rita Cornish were elevated from the Rising Star list to Super Lawyer list this year.”
The 2014 Mountain States Super Lawyers from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are: Matthew J. Ball – Business Litigation, Daniel E. Barnett – Business Litigation, Steven J. Christiansen – Environmental, Robert S. Clark – Business Litigation , Kent H. Collins – Estate Planning & Probate, Rita M. Cornish – Construction Litigation, Joseph M.R. Covey – Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor, David E. Gee – Real Estate, Jonathan O. Hafen – Business Litigation, Stephen E.W. Hale – Construction Litigation, Stephen J. Hill – Class Action/Mass Torts, Michael T. Hoppe – Business Litigation, Jeffrey J. Hunt – First Amendment, Daniel A. Jensen – Energy & Natural Resources, Seth R. King – Mergers & Acquisitions, Heidi E.C. Leithead – Employment & Labor, Brian G. Lloyd – Securities & Corporate Finance, Bruce A. Maak – Real Estate, Stanley D. Neeleman – Estate Planning & Probate, Clayton J. Parr – Energy & Natural Resources, David C. Reymann – Business Litigation, Austin J. Riter – Business Litigation, Ronald G. Russell – Business Litigation, Stephen M. Sargent – Estate Planning & Probate, Jeffrey D. Stevens – Construction Litigation, Bentley J. Tolk – Employment Law, Terry E. Welch – Business Litigation.
The 2014 Mountain States Rising Stars from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are: Jeffery A. Balls – General Litigation, Royce B. Covington – Business Litigation, Cheylynn Hayman – Employment Litigation Defense, Kara M. Houck – Business Litigation, Megan J. Houdeshel – Environmental, Matthew E. Jensen – Energy & Natural Resources, Bryan S. Johansen – Business Litigation, Mary Ann C. May – General Litigation, Chad S. Pehrson – Intellectual Property Litigation, Michael Schefer – Business/Corporate, Matthew B. Tenney – Aviation, Jenifer L. Tomchak – Employment & Labor, Robyn L. Wicks – General Litigation.
August 11, 2014
For the 9th year in a row, Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and select attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighed on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized as a leading law firm in the following areas:
- Corporate / Mergers & Acquisitions (Brian Lloyd, Bryan Allen, and Seth King)
- Real Estate Law (David Gee and Robert McConnell)
- Energy and Natural Resources Law (Daniel Jensen, Steven Christiansen, and Clayton Parr)
- Commercial Litigation (Robert Clark, Stephen Hale, Jeffrey Hunt and Jonathan Hafen)
- Heidi Leithead also received special recognition for her work in the area of Labor and Employment Law
May 23, 2014
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless today announced that 36 of its lawyers have been named to Utah’s Legal Elite 2014 . Utah Business magazine, which publishes the list of Utah’s Legal Elite, is compiled from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members who are asked to identify attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
Nearly half of the attorneys in 10 of the firm’s practice areas at Parr Brown have been named to the 2014 Legal Elite. Four lawyers are recognized as Up & Coming lawyers, reserved for those who have been practicing law for five to eight years.
“Congratulations to the members of our firm who are included on the 2014 Utah’s Legal Elite list,” said Stephen Hale, president of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “I appreciate the opportunity of being associated with such a high caliber team of attorneys.”
Following are the 36 Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2014, listed by practice area:
- Bankruptcy/Workout Law – Joseph Covey
- Civil Litigation – Matthew Ball, Rodger Burge, Robert Clark, Royce Covington, Michael Hoppe, Jeffrey Hunt, Darren Nelson, David Reymann, Ronald Russell, Jenifer Tomchak,Terry Welch
- Construction Law – Stephen Hale, Roger Henriksen
- Corporate Law & Transactions – Seth King, Brian Lloyd, Keith Pope
- Energy & Natural Resources Law – Steven Christiansen, Daniel Jensen, Matthew Jensen
- Estate Planning – Stephen Sargent
- Intellectual Property – Gregory Hess
- Labor & Employment Law – Jonathan Hafen, Cheylynn Hayman, Heidi Leithead, Bentley Tolk
- Real Estate Law – David Gee, Bruce Maak, Charles Maak (retired), Justin Matkin, Robert McConnell
- Tax Law – Dale Hansen
The following are designated as “Up and Coming” lawyers who have been practicing law for fewer than eight years:
- Allison Behjani
- Rita Cornish
- Michael Schefer
- Lamont Richardson
February 21, 2014
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless (www.parrbrown.com) is pleased to announce that Terry E. Welch is the only Utah attorney to be named as a 2014 BTI Client Service All-Star. Welch has been named to this elite group of standout attorneys based on objective interviews and feedback from nearly 300 corporate counsel from large and Fortune 1000 companies to probe all aspects of client relationships. He is being recognized for delivering the absolute best client service. Only 330 attorneys worldwide were named to this year’s elite list including the United States, Japan and the United States.
As part of this year’s research, BTI research revealed that innovation is a new driver behind super client service. Overall, six key factors drive exceptional client service in 2014 including client focus, innovative thought leadership, exceptional understanding of the client’s business, legal skills, outsized value and outstanding results.
Welch counsels clients on intellectual property and patent litigation, antitrust, product liability, insurance and bad faith disputes, manufacturer/distributor relations, and cases of tragic injury. He has handled significant trademark and Lanham Act matters including issues of infringement, trade dress and false advertising. He has been involved in numerous trials, arbitrations and mediations in federal and state courts, swiftly and successfully completing jury trials as well as complex commercial litigation requiring dozens of witnesses and extensive discovery.
February 20, 2014
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless attorney, Bentley Tolk, was selected among a group of nominees to serve on the Standing Committee on Technology of the Utah State Bar Association.
The 10-person committee is comprised of judges, court administrators, and a member of the Utah State Bar. “This is an important committee, particularly in light of the Utah Courts’ emphasis on technology and development,” said Tolk. “I am grateful for this nomination and I look forward to serving with the other distinguished individuals on the committee.” Tolk’s passion for technology and his experience serving on Parr Brown’s Technology Committee make him a natural fit for the committee. The Standing Committee on Technology meets quarterly and covers topics such as electronic filing, case management systems, technology in the courtroom, voice over IP, and wireless access in the Courts.
November 18, 2013
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless (www.parrbrown.com) has been named as a “Highly Recommended” firm for its litigation practice in Utah and Appellate Tenth Circuit from two national litigation publications Benchmark Litigation and Benchmark Appellate.
Benchmark Litigation and its sister publication Benchmark Appellate focus exclusively on litigation in the US and recognize firms for excellence in litigation throughout the US each year. The research process for Benchmark Litigation and Benchmark Appellate was conducted over a six-month period and final recommendations are based on interviews with private practice lawyers and in-house counsel. Firms listed as “highly recommended” received the most mentions, and were held as dominant in their particular jurisdiction.
“We are honored that Parr Brown has been listed as a ‘highly recommended’ leading local litigation firm in Utah,” said Stephen Hale, President of Parr Brown. “We are grateful for the opportunity to be recognized as reputable and effective litigators by clients and peers.”
Five Parr Brown attorneys have received individual recognition in the publications for their litigation efforts and expertise:
- James Ahlstrom recognized as a Future Star (2013)
- Robert Clark recognized as a Local Litigation Star and Tenth Circuit Litigation Star for work in Antitrust, General Commercial, and Appellate Law
- Jeffrey Hunt recognized as a Local Litigation Star for work in Media & Entertainment and General Commercial Law
- David Reymann recognized as a Future Star (2013)
- Ronald Russell recognized as a Local Litigation Star for work in Real Estate and General Commercial Law
September 26, 2013
Today Parr Brown Gee & Loveless announced that six of its attorneys Bryan T. Allen, David E. Gee, Daniel A. Jensen, Brian G. Lloyd, Stanley D. Neeleman and David C. Reymann have been named Best Lawyers® 2014 “Lawyer of the Year” in seven categories.
“Best Lawyers conducts a peer-review to determine the Lawyer of the Year designation. This recognition reflects the high level of respect for our attorneys from peers within their fields of specialty,” said Stephen Hale, president of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “In particular we congratulate Brian Lloyd who is the only attorney on this year’s list to be named as Lawyer of the Year in two categories.” Only one lawyer in each practice area from Salt Lake City is honored as “Lawyer of the Year.” This top-tier list of outstanding attorneys is compiled by conducting thousands of confidential peer-review surveys. Attorneys honored as “Lawyers of the Year” have received high ratings by earning a high level of respect among their peers for their abilities, professionalism and integrity.
- Bryan T. Allen is recognized as the 2014 Salt Lake City Lawyer of the Year in the Securities / Capital Markets Law specialty.
- David E. Gee is recognized as the 2014 Salt Lake City Lawyer of the Year in the Corporate Compliance Law specialty.
- Daniel A. Jensen is recognized as the 2014 Salt Lake City Lawyer of the Year in the Mining Law specialty.
- Brian G. Lloyd is recognized as the 2014 Salt Lake City Lawyer of the Year in the Private Funds/Hedge Funds Law specialty. Lloyd was also named 2014 Salt Lake City Lawyer of the Year in the Securities Regulation specialty.
- Stanley D. Neeleman is recognized as the 2014 Salt Lake City Lawyer of the Year in the Trusts and Estates specialty.
- David C. Reymann is recognized as the 2014 Salt Lake City Lawyer of the Year in the First Amendment Law specialty.
In addition, 27 Parr Brown attorneys across 44 practice areas were selected by their peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers The Best Lawyers in America® 2014 edition.
August 22, 2013
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless today announced that 27 of its attorneys have been selected by their industry peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2014. The Parr Brown attorneys who are honored represent the 44 practice areas offered by the commercial law firm.
“We are honored as a firm to receive this level of acknowledgment by our peers,” said Stephen Hale, president of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “We recognize how fortunate we are to have attorneys and staff who are as committed to the profession as each member of our team is. We congratulate the Parr Brown attorneys who earn their place on this list every day through hard work, creativity and dedication to meeting our clients’ needs.” Best Lawyers is the oldest and one of the most highly-regarded peer-review publications in the legal profession. Selection to Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive and rigorous peer-review survey comprising more than three million confidential evaluations by top attorneys. Because being listed in Best Lawyers is conferred on a lawyer by his or her peers, it is considered an honor to be included in the list.
The following 27 Parr Brown attorneys were included in The Best Lawyers in America 2014:
- Bryan T. Allen*: Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation, Venture Capital Law
- Steven J. Christiansen: Environmental Law
- Robert S. Clark: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation
- Kent H. Collins: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- David E. Gee*: Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Real Estate Law
- Jonathan O. Hafen: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law for Individuals, Employment Law for Management, Management Labor Law, Union Labor Law, Labor & Employment Litigation
- Stephen E. W. Hale: Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation
- Roger D. Henriksen: Construction Law, Government Relations Practice, Real Estate Law
- Gregory M. Hess: Copyright Law
- Stephen J. Hill: Commercial Litigation, Antitrust Litigation, Banking & Finance Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions Litigation
- Michael T. Hoppe: Commercial Litigation
- Jeffrey J. Hunt: Communications Law, First Amendment Law. First Amendment Litigation, Media Law
- Daniel A. Jensen*: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Environmental Litigation, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law
- Heidi E. C. Leithead: Management Employment Law, Labor & Employment Litigation
- Brian G. Lloyd*: Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions Law, Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation, Venture Capital Law
- Charles L. Maak: Real Estate Law
- Bruce A. Maak: Real Estate Law
- Robert A. McConnell: Land Use & Zoning Law, Real Estate Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- Stanley D. Neeleman*: Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- D. Craig Parry: Intellectual Property Litigation, Patent Litigation
- Keith L. Pope: Securities / Capital Markets Law
- David C. Reymann*: Commercial Litigation, Communications Law, First Amendment Law, First Amendment Litigation
- Ronald G. Russell: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Construction Litigation, Land Use & Zoning Litigation, Real Estate Litigation
- Brent M. Stevenson: Mergers & Acquisitions Law
- Kenneth B. Tillou: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Bentley J. Tolk: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Terry E. Welch: Commercial Litigation, Information Technology Law, Intellectual Property Litigation, Patent Litigation
* Lawyer of the Year 2014
August 15, 2013
Forty attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless have been named to the 2013 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list. Each year the top five percent of Utah lawyers are designated by the Super Lawyers team to receive this recognition.
“We are proud of the accomplishments of our lawyers,” said Stephen Hale, President of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “This recognition reflects the quality of the talent our firm has been able to attract and retain. It comes as no surprise to me that Heidi Leithead was named as one of the top 50 women in the Mountain States region. Austin Riter, David Reymann and Seth King were included on the Super Lawyers list this year for the first time.
The high-caliber of the young talent we are able to hire is reflected in the six attorneys who were included in the Rising Stars list:
Jeremy Adamson, Jeffery Balls, Megan Houdeshel, Mary Ann May, Chad Pehrson, and Matthew Tenney.”
The 2013 Mountain States Super Lawyers from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are: Daniel E. Barnett, Business Litigation
Steven J. Christiansen, Environmental
Robert S. Clark, Business Litigation
Kent H. Collins, Estate Planning & Probate
Joseph M.R. Covey, Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor
Paul C. Drecksel, Construction Litigation
David E. Gee, Real Estate
Jonathan O. Hafen, Business Litigation
Stephen E.W. Hale, Construction Litigation
Stephen J. Hill, Class Action/Mass Torts
Michael T. Hoppe, Business Litigation
Jeffrey J. Hunt, First Amendment
Daniel A. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources
Seth R. King, Mergers & Acquisitions
Heidi E.C. Leithead, Employment & Labor
Brian G. Lloyd, Securities & Corporate Finance
Bruce A. Maak, Real Estate
Stanley D. Neeleman, Estate Planning & Probate
Clayton J. Parr, Energy & Natural Resources
David C. Reymann, Business Litigation
Austin J. Riter, Business Litigation
Ronald G. Russell, Business Litigation
Stephen M. Sargent, Estate Planning & Probate
Jeffrey D. Stevens, Construction Litigation
Terry E. Welch, Business Litigation
The Rising Stars designation honors leading Utah attorneys who are 40 years or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less.
The 2013 Mountain States Rising Stars from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless are:
R. Jeremy Adamson, General Litigation
Matthew J. Ball, Business Litigation
Jeffery A. Balls, General Litigation
Rita M. Cornish, Construction Litigation
Royce B. Covington, Business Litigation
Cheylynn Hayman, Employment Litigation: Defense
Kara M. Houck, Business Litigation
Megan J. Houdeshel, Environmental
Bryan S. Johansen, Business Litigation
Mary Ann C. May, General Litigation
Chad S. Pehrson, Intellectual Property Litigation
Michael Schefer, Business/Corporate
Matthew B. Tenney, Aviation
Jenifer L. Tomchak, Employment & Labor
Robyn L. Wicks, General Litigation
June 26, 2013
For the 8th year in a row, Parr Brown Gee & Loveless attorneys have been ranked in the top tiers of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.
Rankings are based on interviews with clients (commercial users of legal services) and weighed on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Parr Brown and its attorneys are proud to be recognized as a leading law firm in the following areas:
- Corporate Law and Mergers & Acquisitions. The firm ranked first-tier and was recognized as “One of the finest in the state for its corporate expertise, representing leading businesses in a number of sophisticated transactions.” Attorneys recognized in this practice area include Brent Stevenson, Brian Lloyd, Bryan Allen, and Seth King.
- Real Estate Law also received a first-tier ranking. Peers praised Parr Brown as a “formidable force in the state for its highly regarded real estate practice … where it utilizes its construction and land use expertise to deal with all aspects of a transaction seamlessly for developers, lenders and land owners.” Charles Maak, David Gee and Robert McConnell were the individuals recognized in this area.
- Energy and Natural Resources Law was recognized as a leading practice. The report lauds Parr Brown as, “A firm with a longstanding reputation in Utah for its work involving mining and natural resources law.” Daniel Jensen was also called out a third time for Water Law as a “consummate professional [who] delivers high-quality work.” Individual attorneys recognized included Clayton Parr, Daniel Jensen and Steven Christiansen.
- Commercial Litigation was recognized as a leading practice with individual recognition forRobert Clark, Stephen Hale, Jeffrey Hunt and Jonathan Hafen. According to the report, “The firm has a well-established litigation practice which handles complex commercial disputes on behalf of clients from a range of industries.”
- Labor & Employment received recognition for Heidi Leithead as being, “Well known and respected as an exceptional attorney.”
May 28, 2013
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless (www.parrbrown.com) is pleased to announce that 34 of its lawyers have been named to Utah’s Legal Elite 2013, the most of any Utah-based law firm. The list of Utah’s Legal Elite is compiled by Utah Business magazine from surveys completed by thousands of Utah State Bar members. They are asked to identify the attorneys they deem the best in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
The Parr Brown attorneys named to the Legal Elite represent nearly half of the lawyers at the commercial law firm and spans across 10 of the firm’s practice areas. Four lawyers are recognized as Up & Coming lawyers, reserved for those who have been practicing law for five to eight years.
“With so many outstanding attorneys in the state of Utah, it is especially rewarding to receive this recognition from our peers in the industry,” said Heidi Leithead, president and shareholder with Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “With nearly half our lawyers represented from so many practice areas, it demonstrates the depth of experience and quality work we offer to our clients.”
Following are the 34 Parr Brown attorneys included in Utah’s Legal Elite for 2013, listed by practice area:
- Bankruptcy/Workout Law – Joseph Covey
- Civil Litigation – Jeremy Adamson*, Matthew Ball, Jeffery Balls*, Rodger Burge, Robert Clark, Rita Cornish*, Michael Hoppe, Jeffrey Hunt, Darren Nelson, David Reymann, Ronald Russell, Jenifer Tomchak, Terry Welch
- Construction Law – Stephen Hale, Roger Henriksen
- Corporate Law & Transaction – Keith Pope, Brian Lloyd, Seth King, the late Scott Loveless, Michael Schefer*
- Energy & Natural Resources Law – Steve Christiansen, Daniel Jensen
- Estate Planning – Stephen Sargent
- Intellectual Property – Gregory Hess
- Labor & Employment Law – Jonathan Hafen, Heidi Leithead, Bentley Tolk
- Real Estate Law – David Gee, Bruce Maak, Charles Maak, Justin Matkin, Robert McConnell
- Tax Law – Dale Hansen
January 14, 2013
U.S. News and Best Lawyers have recognized Parr Brown Gee & Loveless(parrbrown.com) with 29 Tier 1 Rankings in its 2013 Best Law Firms rankings. This represents an increase of 10 practice areas for Parr Brown from the 2012 rankings.
The commercial law firm was included in the Utah rankings based on a rigorous evaluation process that included the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer reviews from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms. Clients rated the firms based on criteria such as expertise, responsiveness, understanding of a business and its needs, cost-effectiveness, civility and whether they would refer another client to the firm.
November 1, 2012
Five attorneys from Parr Brown Gee & Loveless (www.parrbrown.com) have been recognized as a “Lawyer of the Year” in their respective practice areas by The Best Lawyers in America 2013. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored as the “Lawyer of the Year,” making this accolade particularly significant.
The five attorneys and the areas in which they are recognized include the following:
- Bryan Allen, Private Funds/Hedge Funds Law
- David Gee, Real Estate Law
- Jeffrey Hunt, Litigation – First Amendment
- Brian Lloyd, Mergers & Acquisitions Law
- Ronald Russell, Litigation – Land Use & Zoning
September 13, 2012
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless (www.parrbrown.com) has 28 lawyers selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2013. The Parr Brown attorneys who have been honored represent 44 practice areas at the commercial law firm.
Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Because Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which more than 36,000 leading attorneys cast almost 4.4 million votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their practice areas, and because lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed, inclusion in Best Lawyers is considered a singular honor. Corporate Counselmagazine has called Best Lawyers “the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice.”
“It is rewarding to receive recognition from our peers in the industry,” said Heidi Leithead, president and shareholder with Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “To have nearly half our lawyers from among all our practice areas represented demonstrates the depth of experience and quality work we offer to our clients.”
Following are the 28 Parr Brown attorneys included in The Best Lawyers in America 2013 listed by a consolidated list of practice areas:
- Bet-the-Company Litigation – Robert Clark
- Commercial Litigation – Robert Clark, Jonathan Hafen, Stephen Hale, Stephen Hill, Michael Hoppe, David Reymann, Ronald Russell, Terry Welch
- Communications, Media & First Amendment Law – Jeffrey Hunt, David Reymann
- Construction Law – Paul Drecksel, Stephen Hale, Roger Henriksen, Ronald Russell
- Corporate Law (including Governance and Compliance) – Kent Collins, David Gee, Brian Lloyd
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law – Paul Drecksel
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law – Kenneth Tillou, Bentley Tolk
- Employment & Labor Law – Jonathan Hafen, Heidi Leithead
- Energy & Natural Resources Law – Daniel Jensen
- Environmental Law – Steven Christiansen, Daniel Jensen
- Government Relations Practice – Roger Henriksen
- Information Technology Law – Terry Welch
- Insurance Law – Ronald Russell
- Land Use & Zoning Law – Robert McConnell, Ronald Russell
- Litigation, Antitrust – Stephen Hill
- Litigation, Banking & Finance – Stephen Hill
- Litigation, Intellectual Property (including Patent Law) – Stephen Hill, Craig Parry, Terry Welch
- Mergers & Acquisitions – Stephen Hill, Brian Lloyd, Brent Stevenson
- Private Funds/Hedge Funds Law – Bryan Allen, Brian Lloyd
- Real Estate – David Gee, Roger Henriksen, Bruce Maak, Charles Maak, Robert McConnell, Ronald Russell
- Securities/Capital Markets Law – Bryan Allen, Brian Lloyd, Keith Pope
- Securitization and Structured Finance Law – Robert McConnell
- Tax Law – Kent Collins, Stanley Neeleman
- Trusts and Estates – Kent Collins, Stanley Neeleman, Stephen Sargent
- Venture Capital Law – Bryan Allen, Brian Lloyd
August 23, 2012
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless (www.parrbrown.com) leads the way among Mountain States law firms with the most attorneys in the “Top 100 Mountain States Super Lawyers” and in the “Top 25 Salt Lake City Super Lawyers” lists.
The rankings are from the 2012 Mountain States Super Lawyers listing, a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. A total of 36 lawyers from the commercial law firm are recognized as Super Lawyers or Rising Stars, representing half of the firm’s attorneys and six more than were recognized last year.
“We appreciate this recognition from our peers, especially when you consider the outstanding legal community in which we practice,” said Heidi Leithead, president and shareholder with Parr Brown Gee & Loveless. “With half of our lawyers practicing fewer than 12 years, this is a testament to our commitment to hiring highly skilled attorneys, giving them opportunities to develop, and collectively working together to produce quality work.”
The 36 attorneys recognized provide services in 14 practice areas:
- Business Litigation – Super Lawyers: Daniel Barnett, Robert Clark, Jonathan Hafen, Stephen Hill, Michael Hoppe, Ronald Russell, Terry Welch; Rising Stars: Matthew Ball,Royce Covington, Kara Houck, Bryan Johansen, Clemens Landau, David Reymann
- Real Estate – Super Lawyers: David Gee, Bruce Maak, Charles Maak
- Employment & Labor – Super Lawyers: Heidi Leithead; Rising Stars: Cheylynn Hayman, Jenifer Tomchak
- Environmental – Super Lawyers: Steven Christiansen
- Energy & Natural Resources – Super Lawyers: Daniel Jensen, Clayton Parr
- Estate Planning & Probate – Super Lawyers: Kent Collins, Stephen Sargent
- Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights – Super Lawyers: Joseph Covey
- Construction Litigation – Super Lawyers: Paul Drecksel, Stephen Hale, Jeffrey Stevens; Rising Stars: Rita Cornish
- First Amendment/Media/Advertising – Super Lawyers: Jeffrey Hunt
- Securities & Corporate Finance – Super Lawyers: Brian Lloyd
- Mergers & Acquisitions – Super Lawyers: the late Scott Loveless; Rising Stars: Seth King
- Tax – Rising Stars: Michael Black
- Eminent Domain – Rising Stars: Justin Matkin
- General Litigation – Rising Stars: Robyn Wicks
August 23, 2012
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless has been recognized as a leading law firm in Utah by Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business in its 2012 publication. Four practice areas and 16 lawyers at the commercial law firm were ranked as the best in the state based on their reputations among clients.
Parr Brown is recognized as a leading law firm in the areas of Corporate Law/Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate Law, Energy and Natural Resources Law and Commercial Litigation. In addition, the firm had attorneys recognized in the areas of Labor and Employment Law and Water Law.
Specific rankings of practice areas and attorneys includes Corporate Law and Mergers & Acquisitions where the firm received a first-tier ranking and was recognized as a “highly regarded group at the forefront of a number of significant M&A deals recently, despite the comparatively slow market.
June 19, 2012
The Utah law firm of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is pleased to announce that 32 of the firm’s corporate and litigation attorneys will be included in Utah Business magazine’s Utah’s Legal Elite 2012 – on stands in January.
Utah Business magazine surveyed thousands of Utah State Bar members and asked them to nominate business and litigation attorneys they deemed above and beyond in Utah and whose legal services they would recommend to others.
Recognized Parr Brown attorneys include:
Joseph M.R. Covey, James L. Ahlstrom, Rodger M. Burge, Robert S. Clark, Rita M. Cornish* Breanne D. Fors* Jonathan O. Hafen Stephen E. W. Hale Jeffrey J. Hunt Darren K. Nelson David C. Reymann Ronald G. Russell Jenifer L. Tomchak* Terry E. Welch Roger D. Henriksen Bryan T. Allen Seth R. King Brian G. Lloyd Scott W. Loveless Michael J. Schefer* Steven J. Christiansen Daniel A. Jensen Stephen M. Sargent Gregory M. Hess Bentley J. Tolk Heidi E.C. Leithead David E. Gee Bruce A. Maak Charles L. Maak Justin P. Matkin Robert A. McConnell Dale T. Hansen
November 30, 2011
Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business released its 2011 publication which ranks leading lawyers in each state of the nation according to their reputations amongst their clients. Parr Brown is pleased to be listed among the leading law firms in Utah in the areas of Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate Law, Commercial Litigation, and Energy and Natural Resources Law. Parr Brown received a first tier ranking in the area of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions.
Sources say; “Its incredible dedication and friendliness make it an example to others in client care.” Key individuals recognized include Brent Stevenson, Scott Loveless, Brian Lloyd, Bryan Allen, and Seth King. Another first tier ranking went to Parr Brown’s Real Estate Group. “You would be hard pressed to find a team in Utah with a deeper bench,” sources say.
Key individuals recognized include Brent Stevenson, Scott Loveless, Brian Lloyd, Bryan Allen, and Seth King. Another first tier ranking went to Parr Brown’s Real Estate Group. “You would be hard pressed to find a team in Utah with a deeper bench,” sources say. Notable attorneys included Charles Maak, David Gee, and Robert McConnell. The firm’s Commercial Litigation group, which comprises almost two-thirds of the firm, was recognized for its strength, depth and experience. Robert Clark, Stephen Hale, Jeffrey Hunt, and Jonathan Hafen received particular praise by clients. Chambers also recognized Parr Brown’s Energy and Natural Resources group noting,“This high-flying four lawyer team wins particular accolades for its experience in acquiring mineral and land use rights.” Key individuals mentioned include Daniel Jensen, Clayton Parr and Steven Christiansen.
June 15, 2011
The law firm of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is pleased to announce that thirty attorneys have been selected for inclusion in 2011 Mountain States Super Lawyers. Seven attorneys were listed in the “Top 75” – a listing of lawyers who received the highest point totals in the Mountain States Super Lawyers 2011 nomination, research and blue-ribbon review process.
The selections for this esteemed list are made by the research team at Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters Service. Each year, the research team undertakes a rigorous multi-phase selection process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, independent evaluation of candidates by attorney-led research staff, a peer review of candidates by practice area, and a good-standing and disciplinary check.
The selection process for Rising Stars is the same as the Super Lawyers selection process except that: 1) to be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for ten years or less; and 2) Candidates for Rising Stars do not go through step three above—peer evaluation by practice area. While up to five percent of the lawyers in the state are named to Super Lawyers, no more than 2.5 percent are named to the Rising Stars list.
We are pleased to announce the following Parr Brown attorneys included in the 2011 edition: Super Lawyers
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Daniel Barnett |
Business Litigation |
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Environmental |
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Business Litigation |
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Estate Planning & Probate |
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Paul C. Drecksel |
Eminent Domain |
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Real Estate |
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Business Litigation |
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Construction Litigation |
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Business Litigation |
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First Amendment/Media/Advertising |
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Energy & Natural Resources |
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Brian G. Lloyd |
Securities & Corporate Finance |
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Scott W. Loveless |
Mergers & Acquisitions |
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Bruce A. Maak |
Real Estate |
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Charles A. Maak |
Real Estate |
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Energy & Natural Resources |
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*Ronald G. Russell |
Business Litigation |
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*Terry E. Welch |
Business Litigation |
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Rising Stars
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Business Litigation |
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Michael D. Black |
Tax |
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Rita M. Cornish |
Business Litigation |
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Business Litigation |
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Real Estate |
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Employment Litigation Defense |
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Business Litigation |
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Mergers & Acquisitions |
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Eminent Domain |
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Business Litigation |
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Real Estate |
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Employment & Labor |
June 21, 2010
Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is proud to announce that 26 of its Utah attorneys have been named to the 2011 edition of Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.
First published in 1983, Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive annual peer-review survey. For the new U.S. edition, more than 24,126 leading attorneys cast more than 2.8 million votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in the same and related specialties.
Because of the rigorous and transparent methodology used by Best Lawyers, and because lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed, inclusion in Best Lawyers is considered a singular honor.
The Parr Brown attorneys and the practice areas for which they were recognized are as follows:
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Antitrust Law |
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Stephen J. Hill (2010) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Bet-the-Company Litigation |
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Robert S. Clark (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Commercial Litigation |
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Robert S. Clark (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Jonathan O. Hafen (2010) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Stephen E. W. Hale (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Stephen J. Hill (2010) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Ronald G. Russell (2008) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Communications Law |
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Jeffrey J. Hunt (2005) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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David C. Reymann (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Construction Law |
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Stephen E. W. Hale (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Roger D. Henriksen (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Scott W. Loveless (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Corporate Governance and Compliance Law |
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David E. Gee (2006) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Brian G. Lloyd (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Scott W. Loveless (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Corporate Law |
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Kent H. Collins (2003) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Brian G. Lloyd (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Scott W. Loveless (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law |
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Paul C. Drecksel (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Employee Benefits Law |
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Kenneth B. Tillou (2008) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Energy Law |
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Daniel A. Jensen (2005) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Environmental Law |
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Steven J. Christiansen (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Daniel A. Jensen (2005) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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First Amendment Law |
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Jeffrey J. Hunt (2005) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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David C. Reymann (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Government Relations Law |
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Roger D. Henriksen (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Information Technology Law |
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Terry E. Welch (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Insurance Law |
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Ronald G. Russell (2008) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Labor and Employment Law |
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Jonathan O. Hafen (2010) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Heidi E. C. Leithead (2008) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Land Use & Zoning Law |
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Robert A. McConnell (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Mergers & Acquisitions Law |
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Brian G. Lloyd (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Scott W. Loveless (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Brent M. Stevenson (2008) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Mining Law |
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Daniel A. Jensen (2005) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Natural Resources Law |
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Daniel A. Jensen (2005) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Private Funds Law |
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Bryan T. Allen (2010) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Brian G. Lloyd (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Real Estate Law |
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David E. Gee (2006) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Roger D. Henriksen (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Charles L. Maak (1987) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Bruce A. Maak (1995) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Robert A. McConnell (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Ronald G. Russell (2008) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Securities Law |
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Bryan T. Allen (2010) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Brian G. Lloyd (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Scott W. Loveless (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Keith L. Pope (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Tax Law |
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Kent H. Collins (2003) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Stanley D. Neeleman (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Trusts and Estates |
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Kent H. Collins (2003) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Stanley D. Neeleman (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Stephen M. Sargent (2010) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Venture Capital Law |
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Bryan T. Allen (2010) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Brian G. Lloyd (2007) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
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Water Law |
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Daniel A. Jensen (2005) |
Salt Lake City, UT |
November 9, 2010
The law firm of Parr Brown Gee & Loveless is pleased to announce that Jenifer Tomchak has been selected as one of Utah’s “30 Women to Watch” by Utah Business Magazine. The award, which will be presented on April 23, 2009, will highlight the outstanding professional achievements of women throughout the state.
“We are delighted to have Jen recognized at this event,” noted Jon Hafen, a shareholder at Parr Brown. “She is a remarkably driven person who will undoubtedly continue to make significant contributions to the community and the legal profession.”
Jen Tomchak received her B.A. in Political Science, magna cum laude from Utah State University and earned an MBA and a J.D., Order of the Coif from the University of Utah in 2004. She clerked for Utah Supreme Court Justice Matthew Durrant before joining Parr Brown, and was recognized as a “Rising Star” in Mountain States Super Lawyers. On April 1st of this year, she was promoted to shareholder. Ms. Tomchak is also an active member of a number of professional organizations including the Utah Minority Bar Association (UMBA), the Salt Lake County Bar, the Federal Bar Association (FBA), Young Lawyers Division, and Women Lawyers of Utah. She has served as the Pro Bono Director of the Utah Federal Bar Association for the past three years.
April 21, 2009
Twenty-seven attorneys from the Parr Waddoups law firm were selected by their peers to be recognized by Mountain States Super Lawyers 2008. Fourteen have been named “Super Lawyers”, an honor bestowed upon no more than 5% of all lawyers in Utah.
Another thirteen were recognized as “Rising Stars” which honors no more than 2.5% of Utah lawyers who are forty years old or younger, or who have been practicing for ten years or less.
Following are the Parr Waddoups lawyers recognized in 2008:
Robert S. Clark, Business Litigation Kent H. Collins, Estate Planning & Probate David E. Gee, Real Estate Jonathan O. Hafen, Business Litigation Jeffrey J. Hunt, First Amendment/Media Advertising Daniel A. Jensen, Energy & Natural Resources Brian G. Lloyd, Securities & Corporate Finance Scott W. Loveless, Mergers & Acquisitions Bruce A. Maak, Real Estate Charles L. Maak, Real Estate Clayton J. Parr, Energy & Natural Resources Ronald G. Russell, Real Estate Clark Waddoups, General Litigation Terry E. Welch, Business Litigation
Parr Waddoups’ Mountain States “Rising Stars” – 2008:
James L. Ahlstrom, Business Litigation Matthew J. Ball, Business Litigation Daniel E. Barnett, Business Litigation Rodger M. Burge, Employment & Labor Matthew C. Fleming, Securities & Corporate Finance Cheylynn Hayman, Employment & Labor Michael T. Hoppe, Business Litigation Kara M. Houck, Business Litigation Seth R. King, Business / Corporate David C. Reymann, Business Litigation Jonathan R. Schofield, Business Litigation Jeffrey D. Stevens, Construction Litigation Jenifer L. Tomchak, Business Litigation
July 1, 2008
Firm’s Real Estate Group Ranked among Best in Utah for Second Consecutive Year Salt Lake City (April 20, 2004) – Parr Waddoups Brown Gee & Loveless is pleased to announce that three of its practices and six of its lawyers rank among the top in Utah in the second annual Chambers and Partners USA: America’s Leading Business Lawyers guide. The Firm’s Real Estate practice tied for the top ranking.
According to the Chambers Guide, “this 12-attorney group is widely commended by commentators for its strong developer practice.” The Firm was also ranked highly in Corporate/M&A, and Litigation.
In addition, six of the firm’s attorneys are listed as leading corporate and litigation lawyers: Scott Loveless (Corporate/M&A); Clark Waddoups and Robert Clark(Commercial Litigation); and David Gee, Charles Maak and Bruce Maak (Real Estate).
”We are very pleased to once again have a good showing on this list. This guide highlights lawyer and practice reputation among our peers as well as with key in-house counsel and we are delighted to be a part of it,” said Robert Clark, the firm’s President.
April 14, 2004
Attorney Jeff Hunt was selected as the 2004 recipient of the University of Utah Department of Communication Service to Journalism Award. He received the faculty’s unanimous endorsement for his outstanding professional accomplishments and distinguished service to journalism.
Mr. Hunt practices commercial litigation with a particular emphasis on Media and First Amendment law. He also founded the Utah Freedom of Information Hotline at Parr Waddoups, which provides free legal assistance to the public and journalists.
February 1, 2004
Utah Business magazine asked all members of the Utah State Bar to answer the following question: “Of the Utah lawyers you have worked with first‑hand, whom would you rate the best in each of 12 categories?”
The January issue of the publication published the Top 100 Legal Elite based on the results of the survey. Parr Waddoups captured 10 of the top 100 spots on the elite list:
Kent Collins (aircraft finance, equipment leasing, corporate tax)
David Gee (bankruptcy/workouts/creditors’ rights, corporate law, commercial finance, real estate)
Gregory Hess (commercial litigation, intellectual property)
Daniel Jensen (mining, natural resources, real estate, water)
Heidi Leithead (employment and labor)
Robert Lochhead (bankruptcy/workouts/creditors’ rights, commercial litigation, intellectual property)
Scott Loveless (corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, securities and public offerings)
Clayton Parr (international law, mining, natural resources)
Clark Waddoups (antitrust, commercial litigation, construction, environmental, intellectual property)
Terry Welch (commercial litigation, class actions, insurance coverage and defense, international, intellectual property)
January 1, 2004
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