Victoria B. Finlinson

Director and Shareholder

vbf@clydesnow.com

(801) 433-2413

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Victoria devotes her practice to representing businesses in employment related matters, both as an advisor and a litigator. She regularly advises companies on strategic matters involving employment policies, procedures, and practices, including wage and hour practices, discipline and terminations, bonus and other compensation plans, trade secret protection, independent contractor relationships and internal investigations.

In addition, Victoria has extensive experience defending clients in employment litigation alleging violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive, efficient legal services with an understanding for the practical considerations for her clients.

Victoria was elected by her peers as President of the Young Lawyers Division of the Utah State Bar from 2019 to 2020.

Education

Juris Doctor with honors, S.J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah (2014)
Bachelor of Arts, Government magna cum laude, University of Texas (2011)

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court, District of Utah

Awards and Honors

Best Lawyers in America©, Ones to Watch (2023)
Utah Business Magazine, Utah Legal Elite, Labor & Employment (2022)
Utah Business Magazine, Utah Legal Elite Litigation (2018-2021)
Best Lawyers in America©, Ones to Watch (2021-2022)
Mountain States Super Lawyers®, Rising Star, Labor & Employment (2020-2023)
Star of the Quarter, Young Lawyers Division of the Utah State Bar (4th Quarter, 2016)

Professional Affiliations

President, Young Lawyers Division of the Utah State Bar (2019-2020)

Speaking Engagements

“Sold! Sales Industry Employment Law 101,” Utah State Bar Fall Forum (November 2019)
“Equal Employment Laws (Title VII, ADEA, GINA, EPA, PDA, and More),” National Business Institute Seminar on Utah Employment Law (June 2017)
“Trial Preparation and Tips,” Utah Young Lawyer’s Division Practice (March 2017)