Susan is the Executive Director of Timpanogos Legal Center. She has over 30 years of experience in working with family law and domestic violence issues. Susan has served as Managing Attorney of the Provo Office of Utah Legal Services and an Assistant Attorney General in Child Protection. Susan has been part-time faculty at Brigham Young University’s Law School since 1995. She teaches clinical courses in Family Law, Domestic Violence Intervention, Child Advocacy as well as externship classes and skills-based courses. Susan was a founding member of Timpanogos Legal Center and loves the challenge of finding ways to help more people and involve more attorneys in pro bono work.

Brooke obtained her undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University with a major in political science. Brooke graduated from the J. Reuben Clark Law School and was admitted to the Utah State Bar in 2014. After law school, Brooke worked as a law fellow with the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office and as the Pro Bono Director at Utah Legal Services where she also practiced family law.  Brooke is the Director of Programs for Timpanogos Legal Center, and she works primarily on family law and domestic violence cases. Brooke is a member of the statewide Pro Bono Commission, focused on improving access to justice in Utah. Brooke completed the National Institute of Trial Advocacy Training program and is a certified Utah Victim Advocate.

Lani received her Bachelor's Degree from Brigham Young University with a major in Latin American Studies and a minor in Arabic. She graduated from the J. Reuben Clark Law School in 2014 and has been admitted to both the California State Bar and Utah State Bar. Lani has traveled around the world and has lived in Panama, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Guatemala, and Egypt. She is a dual citizen with Brazil and the United States and speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Egyptian Arabic. Lani and her husband became licensed foster parents in 2016 and have since adopted and fostered many children. Her passion is helping and serving families.

Hayley Cousin received her undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University in English language with minors in editing and business management. She graduated with honors from the BYU Law School and is a member of the Utah State Bar. Hayley’s focus is on expanding access to justice, especially to victims of domestic violence. Hayley directs TLC's innovative Regulatory Sandbox program, the Certified Advocate Partners Program and has been with the program since its inception. Her focus at Timpanogos Legal Center is assisting clients with family law matters.

Julene began her work in this field by helping develop the Victims Advocate program in Sanpete County, Utah. She was the first Victim’s Advocate in the Sanpete area. She also has worked as Deputy Clerk/ Ex-Parte Clerk for Franklin County, MO. Her focus is to help serve and help develop programs in the rural communities to strengthen the resources available for families and individuals who have been victims of crime.

Kristen began her career as a legislative attorney for the Kansas State Legislature, where she drafted bills and resolutions and staffed legislative committees ranging from Education to Energy and Natural Resources. Upon relocating to Eugene, Oregon, Kristen worked as a faculty member in the Early Childhood Education Department at the University of Oregon on educational policy issues. She also volunteered at various legal clinics in Oregon to help serve indigent elderly individuals with their legal issues. After becoming licensed in Utah, Kristen began working at Timpanogos Legal Center where she focuses on family law. Kristen is a member of the Central Utah Bar Association and the family law and elder law sections of the Utah State Bar. the  She holds a J.D. from Washburn University School of Law, and a B.A. from Brigham Young University. Kristen loves to hike, camp, ski and spend time with her husband and three children.

Joni obtained both a Bachelor’s of Accounting and a Master’s of Accounting from Brigham Young University. Joni has lived in Honduras for eighteen months and has studied abroad in Spain and Mexico. Joni graduated from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University and was admitted to the Utah State Bar in October 2016. Since joining Timpanogos Legal Center, Joni has worked primarily on family law and domestic violence cases. Joni is also a certified Utah Victim Advocate and speaks fluent Spanish.

Michelle has 20 years’ experience practicing law in Utah, including time as a bankruptcy attorney in private practice as well as over 10 years practicing family law with Utah Legal Services, where she also served as the Domestic Relations Taskforce Chair. Other areas include Housing law and estate planning. Michelle has also taught Business Law at Columbia College and presently teaches the Domestic Law Academy for Utah Legal Services. Michelle is a graduate of B.Y.U., where she obtained a Bachelor’s in Latin American Studies and then a J.D. at the J. Reuben Clark Law School. As VOCA Coordinator, Michelle seeks to support existing legal clinics, establish new clinics and expand services to victims of domestic violence and low-income Utahns in the Northern part of Utah, in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd judicial districts. She speaks Spanish and works primarily on family law cases.

Tatiana Christensen served on Timpanogos Legal Center's Board of Directors before joining TLC as a Staff Attorney. Prior to that, Tatiana worked at Utah Legal Services for more than 12 years, and her practice areas included domestics and expungements. She was also ULS's Pro Bono Director for several years. Tatiana has a law degree from BYU and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from New York University in Acting. She was born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida.

Patricia holds a B.A. in history from Brigham Young University (1984) and a J.D. from the J. Reuben Clark Law School (2024). During law school, Patricia completed internships with Catholic Community Services and Justice Hagen of the Utah Supreme Court. She was active in the BYU Community Law Clinic and received the Rebecca von Uitert Public Interest Service Award for her dedication to public service. Patricia enjoys quilting, gardening, and playing hopscotch with her grandchildren.

Corttany Brooks is a Staff Attorney at Timpanogos Legal Center, and has primarily focused her legal career on practicing family law. Prior to that, Corttany served as a Deputy Prosecutor in Indianapolis, Indiana, focusing on special victims’ cases. She graduated with her B.S. in Journalism from Ohio University. She then went on to obtain her J.D. from Indiana University Maurer School of Law. Corttany is licensed to practice in both Indiana and Utah. Out of the office, she enjoys exploring the great outdoors of Utah.

Rachel Ekman is the Development Director for Timpanogos Legal Center, where she combines her strategic know-how with a passion for helping others. A proud Brigham Young University alumna, Rachel holds a Master’s in Public Policy and a Bachelor’s in Communications (Public Relations). She brings years of experience in sales strategy and community engagement, from working with various political officeholders and organizations, such as the American Red Cross and University of Florida. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Rachel spent the last decade in Florida with her husband and three kids, but they are excited to call Utah home.

Sheila Menendez Brady is a legal assistant and an undergraduate student at Brigham Young University’s Marriott School of Business. Born and raised in New Jersey, she developed a strong passion for law and advocacy from an early age. She served a full-time mission in Washington, D.C., where she further honed her skills in communication and service. With over two years of experience as a legal interpreter and translator in immigration law, Sheila is dedicated to bridging language and cultural gaps within the legal field. She is passionate about providing accessible legal support and aims to specialize in international business law. Beyond her professional pursuits, Sheila loves traveling with her husband, exploring new cultures, and experiencing the world through adventure. Her ultimate goal is to become an attorney, leveraging her expertise to navigate complex legal landscapes and create meaningful impact.

Danella is a native of Peru. She has worked as a paralegal for Utah Legal Services for 15 years. She has helped attorneys drafting Court papers such as divorce and protective orders specifically for clients that were victims of domestic abuse. Danella also has experience with consumer law and loves navigating the plethora of resources to find the correct one for each client’s needs. Danella enjoys organizing and scheduling whether it may be at home or at work. One of Danella’s favorite things to do is a night out to go to the theater and enjoy the symphony or a Broadway musical play.