Bryan Benard

Bryan Benard is a partner focused on employment and labor law, helping employers handle complex workplace challenges. He provides clear and timely advice on issues such as wrongful termination, harassment, and discrimination claims. His litigation experience includes jury trials, wage and hour class actions, and administrative proceedings. He supports clients in managing risks while maintaining fair workplace practices and aligning legal strategies with overall business goals for long-term success.

Bryan earned a J.D. from the University of Utah College of Law, where he was a member of the Utah Law Review and a finalist in the Traynor Moot Court Competition. He also holds a B.A., cum laude, from Weber State University. His education provides a strong foundation for addressing complex employment law matters with clarity, careful analysis, and practical solutions tailored to diverse workplace situations.

Bryan works with employers across many industries, including technology, healthcare, energy, transportation, and financial services. He advises on employee relations, workplace policies, accommodations, and terminations. He also handles contracts involving confidentiality, non-compete, and non-solicitation terms. In addition, he conducts workplace investigations and delivers training programs on compliance, harassment prevention, and diversity initiatives to help organizations build respectful and legally sound environments.

Bryan Benard’s experience also includes leadership roles and advising clients on workforce restructuring and operational changes. He represents employers in courts and before regulatory agencies, guiding them through complex legal processes. Licensed in multiple jurisdictions and admitted to several federal courts, he helps clients navigate evolving employment laws. His approach focuses on practical solutions that protect businesses while supporting fair and effective workplace management across different industries and organizational needs.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Holland & Hart LLP
• Board Member, Weber School Foundation
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, California State Bar Association
• Member, Utah State Bar Association
• Member, Utah State Bar Test Accommodations Committee
• Member, Salt Lake County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Utah
• California

Education

• University of Utah College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Weber State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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