Our Team

Spencer Phillips

Founder and Attorney

With more than 20 years of experience, Spencer helps business owners and employees understand and protect their legal rights. He brings deep expertise in state and federal employment law and teaches these principles as an Adjunct Professor at the J. Reuben Clark Law School.

Lisa Fowler

Attorney

Lisa brings more than 27 years of experience as an attorney, professor, and HR professional. With a master’s degree in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management, she helps business clients navigate complex HR laws, maintain compliance, and avoid litigation through proactive counseling, document review, and training.

Heather Burton

Attorney

Heather is committed to fostering safe, fair, and healthy workplaces where both employers and employees can thrive. She advises clients on a broad range of employment law issues and brings experience from a national employment law firm, as well as a background in estate planning and civil litigation.

Kim Hunsinger

Attorney

Kim brings a unique perspective to employment law through her background in human resources, corporate litigation, and in-house counsel for a national company. She assists clients with employment agreements, wage and hour issues, discrimination complaints, and dispute litigation, with a strong belief in the impact of sound workplace practices.

Jenneka Austin

Attorney

Jenneka brings firsthand experience as a former office manager and small business owner, giving her a practical understanding of workplace needs and challenges. She supports clients with employment agreements, wage and hour audits, employee handbooks, case assessment, legal research, and negotiation, and is especially passionate about collaborative, resolution-focused approaches.

Elijah Larson

Attorney

Elijah focuses on proactive compliance strategies that help businesses reduce risk before issues arise. His experience spans corporate compliance, medical malpractice, family law, and employment law in Utah and New Mexico.

Rose Lindsay

Nancee Tegeder

Of Counsel

Nancee is an experienced employment attorney with a broad legal background that includes contract law, business structures, real estate syndications, and trademark law. She brings perspective from private practice, in-house counsel roles, and operating her own estate planning firm, and is licensed in Utah, California, and Arizona.

Amanda Webster

Office Manager

Amanda serves as Office Manager at Employer-Lawyer, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations through strong organization, attention to detail, and client care. From onboarding new clients to coordinating schedules, she supports both the legal team and clients with efficiency and warmth. She is fluent in Spanish.

Michelle McCartney

Executive Assistant

Michelle is an experienced Executive Assistant known for her organization, efficiency, and attention to detail. She supports daily operations and plays a key role in client intake, handling incoming calls and inquiries with professionalism. Fluent in English and Portuguese, she helps ensure clear communication across the firm.

Jhennifer Hernandez

Receptionist

Jhennifer brings a strong background in Child Care and Development as she transitions into the legal field, driven by a passion for helping others and ensuring fair outcomes. Fluent in English and Spanish, she is committed to clear communication and supporting clients from diverse backgrounds.