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Heidi E. C. Leithead is a shareholder at Parr Brown Gee & Loveless in Salt Lake City. She focuses her practice on employment law, representing employers and management in counseling and training as well as complex litigation-related issues before federal and state trial and appellate courts and administrative agencies. She has substantial civil rights and constitutional law experience in areas relating to employee policies and agreements, unlawful discrimination and harassment (Title VII,...

Adam L. Farnsworth is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Adam L. practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah Best Lawyers has recognized Adam L. Farnsworth since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Adam L. Farnsworth is held by ot...

Thomas Burns primarily practices family law, appeals, and litigation. With over 10 years of legal experience, he is a leader in the firm’s family law group and was recently named Best Lawyer for his practice. In addition to a strong legal practice, Tom clerked for the Honorable William A. Thorne of the Utah Court of Appeals for five years prior to entering private practice. He is also a member of the Family Law, Litigation, and Appellate sections of the Utah State Bar.

Mr. Rose brings more than 40 years of experience in Utah water law, real estate, and local government advisement. He represents a wide range of clients, including public water suppliers, municipalities, special districts, private water companies, irrigation companies, real estate developers, and individuals in all matters related to water supply, water rights, and water law compliance. Over the course of his long career pertaining to his municipal and special district practice, Mr. Rose has g...

Robert McConnell is a member of the firm’s transaction and real estate practice groups and has substantial experience in commercial financing transactions representing lenders, borrowers and developers. Mr. McConnell represents clients undertaking a wide variety of commercial and residential real estate development activities, including residential, retail and office condominium developments, low-income housing projects utilizing tax credit financing, subdivision and mixed-use community...

Jeffry R. Gittins is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Water Law. Jeffry R. practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffry R. Gittins since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jeffry R. Gittins is held by other lawyers.

Bryan Johansen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Bryan practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah Best Lawyers has recognized Bryan Johansen since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Bryan Johansen is held by other lawyers.

John concentrates his practice on advising private and public entities on employee benefits and equity compensation matters for early stage private companies through mature public companies with a focus on mergers and acquisitions. From Fortune 100 companies to start-ups, John assists clients with employment agreements and creatively structuring tax-effective and practical incentive arrangements that meet business and operational goals. Incentive Plan Design: John works with groups or related...

Mark Stewart is a highly regarded personal injury attorney practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. Recognized by Best Lawyers since 2025, he specializes in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, reflecting the high esteem in which he is held by his peers. Since joining The Advocates in 2013, Mark has successfully resolved thousands of personal injury cases, consistently achieving favorable outcomes for his clients. Known for his exceptional negotiation skills and clear, accessible communi...

James S. Wright is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. James S. practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah Best Lawyers has recognized James S. Wright since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James S. Wright is held by other lawyers.