Legal Staff

Aria Tomlinson

Paralegal

Aria began her career in law in 2011. After dedicating significant time and effort to her career, she found she had a passion for family law. Coupled with her efforts, she made great strides in her firm, serving as Managing Paralegal, Intern Trainer, and Director. We are thankful for her expertise and knowledge as she joins our team at RCG Law Group.

With over 12 years of experience in family law, personal injury, criminal law, and juvenile law, Aria has assisted a team of attorneys in a variety of areas of family law cases, including, but not limited to, contested and uncontested divorces, legitimations, child support, custody modifications, and adoptions. It is her attention to detail and the ability to analyze and organize facts, as well as her unique ability to efficiently multi-task which contributes to the success she has enjoyed in her career. Aria enjoys being able to help and guide clients through one of the most difficult times in their lives.

On a personal level, Aria loves to spend time with her daughter, husband, and all her animals on her farm.

Brianne Lee

Chief Financial Officer and Chief Culture Officer

Brianne is a dedicated and knowledgeable family law paralegal with a deep passion for helping families navigate through challenging legal situations. With over 7 years of experience in the legal field, Brianne has become a trusted and reliable resource for both clients and attorneys.

Her journey in family law began after completing her Bachelor’s degree at Westminster College in 2015. Brianne’s innate ability to empathize with clients going through emotionally charged situations has made her an essential asset to the law firms she has worked with. Brianne takes pride in her ability to create a supportive and empathetic environment for clients during their most challenging times. She is committed to guiding them through the complexities of family law proceedings, whether it involves divorce, child custody, adoption, or domestic violence matters.

Brianne was born and raised in Wyoming. She adopted her stepson in 2019 – a few short weeks after she gave birth to her daughter. Brianne’s personal experience fighting for her son’s best interests has motivated her to guide others through similar challenges.

Stacy Nelson

Billing Specialist

Stacy holds a bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Studies with an emphasis in Music from Weber State University. After graduating, she dedicated nearly three decades to raising her five children as a stay-at-home mother. Now, 31 years later—along with the addition of two daughters-in-law, a grandson, and a lively household that includes a dog and a cat who love to wrestle —Stacy enjoys working with the clients, attorneys, and paralegals at RCG Law Group.

In her role as Billing Specialist, Stacy brings strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy in every aspect of her work. She understands the importance of clear, precise billing and strives to ensure that records are thorough, reliable, and handled with professionalism.

Having personally navigated the challenges of divorce, Stacy approaches her work with empathy and compassion for individuals and families going through difficult transitions. She hopes to provide encouragement and a sense of optimism to those facing challenging circumstances.

Outside of work, Stacy finds her greatest joy in spending time with her husband, cooking in the kitchen, visiting her out-of-state kids, and enjoying this beautiful earth! She firmly believes that the secret to happiness is expressing gratitude and letting God prevail. She strives to live each day with appreciation and purpose.

Angie Hammon

Paralegal

Angie Hammon brings extensive experience in family law and client advocacy. During her involvement as a case worker for a southern Utah women’s crisis center, she assisted clients with protective orders and stalking injunctions. While working there, she also observed how underutilized male advocacy was, which led her to be instrumental in the development of a men’s crisis program. This work inspired her passion for law and helping people understand their legal rights.

Angie later gained valuable legal experience serving with municipal government, and she has since developed a reputation for being highly skilled and effective. She earned a degree in Political Science with a minor in Philosophy, emphasizing world culture and religious studies. She is dedicated to serving clients and continually expanding her legal knowledge.

Angie combines professionalism with compassion in her work. Well-traveled and familiar with diverse cultures, she offers clients a unique perspective and empathetic approach, making her a strong advocate and trusted member of the team.

Dana Hayward

Paralegal

Dana Hayward brings more than 40 years of legal experience and extensive experience in family law to RCG Law Group. As a seasoned family law paralegal, Dana has supported attorneys throughout her career in a wide range of complex family law matters, including divorce, paternity, custody, protective orders, discovery, and trial preparation. Dana began her legal career in 1982 as a Deputy Clerk with the Salt Lake County Clerk and Third District Court.

In 1985, she joined the Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake, where she spent more than 20 years working in both the Domestic Relations Program and Domestic Violence Victim Assistance Program. During her time there, Dana managed extensive caseloads, prepared and filed family law and protective order pleadings, communicated with clients, courts, and opposing counsel, coordinated hearings and mediations, and assisted attorneys and court personnel. She also trained paralegals, court runners, volunteers, and other support staff.

Since leaving Legal Aid in 2006, Dana has continued to focus her career on family law and has supported attorneys through all stages of family law litigation. Dana’s decades of experience have given her a deep understanding of the family law process and the unique challenges clients face during difficult transitions. At RCG Law Group, she brings her knowledge, attention to detail, and extensive litigation experience to support the firm’s attorneys and clients.

Mayra Hainsworth

Paralegal

Mayra earned her bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University, where she was raised and continues to nurture her family. They enjoy swimming and hiking together, and community involvement holds great significance for her. In her spare time, she volunteers at children’s school and with the Girl Scouts.

Throughout her career, Mayra has dedicated herself to the underserved communities in Utah. For the last five years, she has assisted families in navigating the complexities of divorce. Her aim is to ease this challenging time by providing support and clearly explaining each step of the process.

Her empathetic nature and commitment to her clients have established her as a compassionate advocate. Alongside her professional duties, Mayra is passionate about ongoing education, frequently attending workshops and seminars to keep abreast of the latest legal practices and trends. Her experience working with diverse communities has honed her ability to communicate effectively, fostering strong relationships with clients from various backgrounds. Mayra’s dedication to justice and unwavering support for those in need make her an invaluable asset.

Hillary Cox

Intake Specialist

With a background rooted in entrepreneurship, creativity, and service, Hillary Cox brings a uniquely compassionate perspective to family law. Before entering the legal field, she successfully ran her own online children’s clothing business and earned her professional cosmetology license- experiences that strengthened her business sense, attention to detail, and deep understanding of family dynamics.

As a dedicated single mother of two, Hillary approaches every case with empathy, patience, and unwavering commitment. She is passionate about guiding families through difficult transitions with clarity, respect, and personalized care.