Our Mediators

Dave has mediated hundreds of divorce and family-law cases. As a court-certified master attorney-mediator, he helps parties settle before they spend thousands — or tens of thousands — of dollars in litigation, and he finds deep satisfaction in helping families solve their cases outside the courtroom.

Education. Certificates from Harvard University in Mediation, Negotiations, and Leadership. Bachelor's degree in business administration, Brigham Young University (1992); law degree (JD), Brigham Young University (2000); mediation certificate (2001). Fluent in Spanish.

Service. Member of the Utah State Bar, admitted in all Utah courts. Active member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC). Five years on the Board of the Utah State Bar Dispute Resolution Section, including as its President. Many years on the Divorce Procedures Judicial Subcommittee, helping shape rules for divorce and domestic cases.

Background. Before limiting his practice to mediation, Dave was a family-law litigator with deep courtroom experience. Born and raised in Southern California, he has lived in Utah Valley for over 40 years.