Overview

Rob graduated from the S.J. Quinney College of Law (University of Utah) in 2018. He spent the first three years of his legal career administering statewide pro bono programs, and four years as full-time divorce mediator.

Rob's practice includes divorce mediation, negotiation consulting, uncontested divorces, and litigation.

With his background in mediation and problem solving, Rob is focused on helping parties find lasting, durable solutions to their legal disputes.

He is the father of four children, including one son with severe special needs. His experience as a special needs parent gives him unique insight into parenting issues relating to Autism Spectrum Disorder, ABA therapy, DSPD, SSI, special diets, and special needs children's routines.

Outside of work and family, Rob enjoys writing music, learning about history, and playing and coaching soccer.

He is fluent in Spanish.

Memberships

Utah State Bar Family Law Section
Utah State Bar Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
Utah Council on Conflict Resolution
‍Utah Association of Collaborative Professionals, provisional member

Certifications & Recognitions

Utah Courts Domestic Mediation Mentor, 2024
Utah Courts "Master Mediator," 2023
Utah Courts Domestic Mediation Roster, 2023
Student Editor in Chief, Utah Journal of Family Law, 2017-2018
UofU Law Competition Negotiation Team, 2017
UofU Law Outstanding Achievement Award in Family Law, 2017

Presentations

Q&A for New Mediators, Utah Dispute Resolution, 2024 & 2025
Alternative Careers in Law, S.J. Quinney College of Law, 2023 & 2024
Special Considerations for LGBTQ+ Parties in Mediation, 2024
Divorce Basics CLE, Utah State Bar, Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake, 2023
How to Build a Mediation Practice, Utah Dispute Resolution, 2022