THE GRAFF LAW TEAM

Jake graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University in 2003 and a Juris Doctorate degree from the William S. Boyd School of Law in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2005. Jake served as the judicial law clerk to the Honorable T. Arthur Ritchie, Jr., the (then) presiding judge of the Eighth Judicial District Court, Family Division, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jake is licensed in Nevada and Utah and has practiced law since 2006. Jake has developed a reputation for being steadfast in advocating his clients’ interests. Jake focuses his practice primarily on complex family law litigation and mediation but also has extensive experience handling real estate, foreclosure, landlord/tenant, general civil litigation, small claims, and estate planning matters.

Lauren is an international transplant from the far away land of Canada. Lauren graduated with a
Bachelor of Arts degree with an emphasis in Psychology and Criminology from the University of
Manitoba in 2007 and a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of North Dakota School of
Law in 2011. Throughout law school, Lauren was a law clerk for a criminal defense firm and
upon graduation, moved back to Canada and worked as a Civilian Investigator for the Royal
Canadian Mounted Police and then as an Advisor for the Manitoba Provincial Government in
the area of Worker’s Compensation Board Appeals.

In 2018, Lauren moved back to the United States and became licensed in New Mexico and
Utah, where she obtained extensive experience as a Deputy County Attorney prosecuting
misdemeanor and felony cases in those two states and several different counties within them.
Since moving to private practice in early 2023, Lauren developed a focus and interest in
domestic matters. Lauren is quick to bond with clients and is known to zealously advocate for
her client’s best interests. While Lauren currently focuses her practice on complex family law
litigation and mediation, Lauren also has interest in working as a Guardian ad Litem and
receiving further training in the Collaborative Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution arenas.
Outside of work, Lauren enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and is a lover of all
things outdoors. Lauren can usually be found rappelling into a canyon, summiting a peak,
backpacking in the backcountry, or climbing a rock face in her free time.

Adrienne Ence graduated from Brigham Young University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Family Science.  After taking several years off to raise her children, Adrienne attended the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah and graduated cum laude in 2019.  Having attended both universities in the legendary rivalry, Adrienne’s children tease her that she bleeds purple (but truly, she does have a favorite!).

During law school, Adrienne participated in the school’s Negotiation Competition Team and co-directed the Family Law Pro Bono Clinic.  She earned awards in her Legal Professions, Mediation and Advanced Negotiation, Family Law, and Lawyering Skills classes.  Adrienne was active in the Family Law Society and the J. Reuben Clark Law Society and volunteered at the Third District Court’s pro se calendar for family law clients without legal representation.  She practiced family law in Utah County before relocating her family back to Southern Utah.

Adrienne enjoys spending time with her family, reading, doing puzzles, and watching movies. She hopes to one day travel to the Alpine region of Europe and learn to play the cello.

Danay, our Senior Litigation Paralegal, has worked as a paralegal for over a decade. He graduated from Dixie State College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Criminology. He was honored as the Criminal Justice Student of the Semester twice, he was the gavel award winner for the highest grade in Criminology, Criminal Justice Management, Ethics, and Laws of Evidence, he won first place in the inaugural Donna Dillingham-Evans Moot Court Challenge, and he was an Outstanding Male Student of the Year finalist. Danay is a member of the Paralegal Division of the Utah State Bar and was nominated for the 2020 Distinguished Paralegal of the Year Award. He also has experience in bankruptcy, estate planning, and criminal law. Danay is married with three children. He is fluent in Spanish.

Chitra, a paralegal, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brigham Young University with an emphasis in English and Accounting. Chitra hails from Tamil Nadu, India and has lived all over the United States, in Great Britain, and in Guatemala. She has long loved the law and the judicial system and serves as the Firm Administrator and Office Manager. Chitra is a voracious reader, has a passion for serving those in need, and is currently working on a master’s degree. When she is not at the office, she spends most of her time as a caregiver, chauffeur, chef, tutor, nurse, and psychologist to her beautiful children. When she can find a free hour, she can often be found catching an episode of Law & Order or reading a John Grisham legal thriller.

Mikka was born and raised in Cedar City, Utah where she graduated with a B.S. degree in Political Science with a minor in Biology from Southern Utah University. She was a legal assistant at a Premier Tax & Legal firm in Cedar City for 2 ½ years before joining Graff Law. Though she has a knack for the numbers and analytics involved in finance, her true passion is in advocating for human rights. She has been thrilled to join the team at Graff Law advocating for women, men, and children through difficult times, and to be gaining experience in an area of law that has always been fundamental in the discussion of equal rights.

Outside of work Mikka enjoys spending time with her husband and two incredible daughters, reading philosophy, studying world religion and culture, and keeping up with politics – both domestic and international. She is a law student at the University of Idaho College of Law.

Kaiya, originally from Yerington, Nevada, began her academic journey at Western Nevada College, where she earned her Associate of Arts degree. She then continued her education in Utah, graduating from Utah Tech University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, specializing in criminology, and a minor in psychology. A certified paralegal, Kaiya has gained experience in diverse legal matters, including debt collection, real property, divorce, and custody cases. She is currently pursuing her Juris Doctor degree at the UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law. Outside of her professional and academic endeavors, Kaiya enjoys spending time with friends and family, being a devoted dog mom, listening to true crime podcasts, and reading.

Carson is a St. George native and is pursuing a degree in Accounting at Utah Tech University, where he has demonstrated a strong commitment to academic and professional excellence. Over the past year, Carson has honed his skills in accounting and the legal field while working as a legal assistant at a prominent local law firm. Carson plans to attend law school in the fall of 2026. He is passionate about leveraging his combined knowledge of accounting and law to make meaningful contributions in his future legal career. Outside of work he enjoys spending time outdoors and playing pickleball with his wife.

Zoe is from Idaho Falls, Idaho and will graduate with a B.S. in Media Studies (specializing in Multimedia Journalism) with a minor in Sports Communication from Utah Tech University in 2025. Zoe has experience in live media production, multimedia journalism, and broadcasting. She is passionate about ensuring that the firm’s client are welcomed and fully informed. Zoe’s ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently combined with her strong attention to detail allow her to thrive in the fast-paced environment of a law firm. Outside of work, she enjoys golfing, snowboarding, and hiking.