ATTORNEYS & LEGAL TEAM

Devin W. Quackenbush is an experienced family and business lawyer, who practices throughout the state of Utah. Devin was born and raised in Utah County. He became interested in the law at an early age. During his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University, Devin interned for the FBI in Quantico, Virginia. From his experience at the FBI, Devin’s interests in the law increased and he decided to pursue a career as an attorney.

Devin went to law school at Creighton University where he was the Executive Editor of the Creighton Law Review. He was published in the 42nd volume of the law review for his case note on child immunizations and religious exemptions.

After law school and upon finding opportunities in Alaska, Devin passed the Alaska Bar Exam and was offered a position as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Eric Smith of the Alaska Superior Court. Upon the completion of his clerkship, Devin accepted a position at a prominent law firm in Anchorage, Alaska. Devin represented clients in cases involving professional liability defense, municipal litigation, appellate practice, employment and labor law, products liability, commercial litigation, and professional licensing issues. Devin also assisted in cases for high-profile politicians, multiple insurance companies, as well as for heavy equipment, helicopter, firearm and a number of other product manufacturers.

Although he was successful in Alaska, Devin decided that his home state of Utah is where he wanted to be. Devin returned to Utah and, in addition to his license in Alaska, became licensed to practice law in all courts in the state of Utah and Idaho. Devin has since focused his practice to exclusively the state of Utah. Devin’s practice has expanded to include family/custody law in which he works primarily. Devin endeavors to help people and businesses by aggressively representing their interests whether as plaintiff or defendant. Devin’s track record of success in Utah, Idaho and Alaska has benefited people from all walks of life.

Wyatt A. Kirk has experience in family law, juvenile law, public policy, insurance law, personal injury law, and tax law. Wyatt was born in the Four Corners area and grew up in a variety of locations. After attending high school in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Virginia, his interest in serving underrepresented populations led him to study sociology, with an emphasis on law, at Brigham Young University. During his undergraduate years, Wyatt completed internships at the Utah Legislature and at a law firm. He volunteered extensively as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and as a recruiter and student director for that organization. After graduation, Wyatt was employed as a caseworker for the Utah Division of Child and Family Services. The enlightening court experiences involving child welfare and protection inspired him to pursue a career in law.

Wyatt is an honor graduate of the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, where he was awarded fellowships in public policy and tax law and received the Outstanding Achievement Award in Family Law. As a public policy fellow, Wyatt published research focusing on how providing legal counsel for all juvenile offenders leads to positive outcomes for both children and the community. Wyatt was selected to be the student director of the Family Law Pro Bono Clinic, where he successfully assisted hundreds of clients. Wyatt served as vice president of the student litigation society and was a valued member of the S.J. Quinney Negotiation Team. As an attorney focused on family law and litigation, Wyatt is committed to working zealously to represent and protect the interests of his clients.

Alyssa G. Beard is experienced in Family and Domestic Relations Law, Juvenile Law, Criminal Law and Contract Law. Alyssa was born and raised in Utah. She attended the University of Utah for her Bachelor of Arts in Political Sciences, Sociology and a Criminology Certification. Upon graduation, Alyssa began work with the Utah Division of Child and Family Services as a Social Service Worker. This further aided in Alyssa in her drive and passion in aiding those who are disadvantaged, which lead her to attend University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, where she excelled in her pursuits.

During her attendance at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, Alyssa completed internships as a Law Clerk at Utah Indigent Defense Commission and later with a law firm, an internship as a law clerk assisting in the defense of clients in Federal criminal cases, and as a Student Clinician with Rocky Mountain Innocence Center.

Alyssa graduated with High Honors from the S.J. Quinney College of law, where she received recognition for her outstanding achievements such as the 2020 Outstanding Clinical Student Award for her work with the Rocky Mountain Innocence Center, a CALI award in Juvenile Law, and an OAA Award in White-Collar Crimes. As an attorney focused on Family and Domestic Relations Law and Criminal Law, Alyssa is a committed and fierce advocate for her clients’ rights and interests.