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Diane Pitcher, Owner/Attorney
Ms. Pitcher launched her law Career by hanging out her own shingle in 2009 during one of the worst economic times in history. She rapidly became known as “a lawyer for the people” and a “bulldog” due to her zealous advocacy of her clients, and her refusal to form political ties that would impede her ability to represent “the people” or that would affect her judgement. She indeed has her client’s back.
Ms. Pitcher has limited her practice to areas she specializes in as follows:
Family Law: Divorce, Custody and support, Paternity actions, Divorce Modifications, Motion’s to Enforce Decree; Protective Orders & stalking injunctions (prosecution and defense), temporary guardianships, uncontested adoptions. Also, name and gender changes.
Criminal law: specifically (and continuing legal education in)—Driving Under the Influence (DUI’s), possession of controlled substance, alcohol (MIP, Public Intoxication, Interdicted Person), and domestic violence offenses. Also, Gun, Financial, and property crimes, as well as person crimes such as Assault, Battery, Stalking, and telephonic harassment. [Ms. Pitcher does not practice in the areas of Felony Child Abuse or Sex offenses of any degree.]
Estate Planning: Advance (medical) directives, General Power of Attorney, (Springing) Power of attorney for Financial and/or Health Care, Wills and Trusts.
Bridget Todd, Attorney
Bridget was a native of South Jackson, Mississippi. She graduated Magna Cum Laude Mississippi College in 2007, with a Bachelor’s of Science in History. While attending Mississippi College, Bridget received the William Jefferson Clinton Scholarship to study Arabic and Diplomacy at the American University of Dubai. Bridget is proficient in Arabic. Bridget is proud to be the first person in her family to receive a Bachelor’s Degree.
Bridget went on to graduate Magna Cum Laude, with Distinction, from Florida State University with a Masters of Arts in International Affairs with an emphasis in Middle Eastern Studies and Arabic in 2009. While attending FSU, Bridget became interested in conflict resolution and alternative post-conflict resolution.
Bridget received her Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the Maurer School of Law at Indiana University in 2012. Bridget began her legal career as a Guardian Ad Litem and Juvenile Defense Attorney at the Hinds County Youth Court in Jackson, Mississippi, before going to practice family law and criminal defense in Mississippi.
Bridget specializes in issues related to custody, parental alienation, addiction, domestic violence, high conflict personalities/divorces, and juvenile justice.
Bridget is an advocate for juvenile justice reform and prison reform.
AWARDS:
-Bridget was selected as a Rising Star Attorney in Family Law in the Mid-South by Super Lawyers in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
--Bridget was recognized as one of the “Best Ten Attorneys” in Mississippi for 2019.
-Bridget was named as one of the “Top 10 Under 40 Attorneys” in Mississippi for excellence in the field of Family Law in 2019.
-Bridget was named as one of the Top Attorneys: Outstanding Young Lawyers in the Mid-South in 2017;
-Bridget was recognized for Excellence in the field of Family and Divorce Law by Lawyers of Distinction in 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2021.
-Bridget is a former Clinton Scholar.
Marie Lewis, Lead Paralegal/Case Flow Management
Marie is from Star Valley, Wyoming, where she completed her high school education. In 2003, she proudly graduated from Idaho State University, attaining her Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies. Marie joined Pitcher Law in April 2016 and has since become the Lead Paralegal.
As a Lead Paralegal at Pitcher Law, Marie approaches her role with diligence, forming personal connections with each client to ensure their individual needs and desires are met. Marie specializes in family law cases and also handles criminal law cases that intersect with family law, such as protective orders, DCFS cases, and other civil matters.
Marie's responsibilities include drafting pleadings, Motions for temporary orders, protective orders, stalking injunctions, Motions for contempt, Motions to enforce, Orders to Show Cause, and preparing various motion work for attorney review. She works closely alongside attorneys, often accompanying them and clients to mediations, hearings, and trial preparations, providing support throughout the legal process.
Marie is a mother of three, and her spare time is filled with tending to her garden and indulging in her passion for horses and animals.
Emma Hogan, Accounts Manager
Emma has lived in Cache Valley for the past 20 years. She dedicated her time to her boys as a stay-at-home mom until they started attending school full-time. Soon after, Emma became a Staff Lead for eight years at Cache Employment & Training Center working with adults with disabilities.
In 2021, Emma made a career change and became the Accounts Manager at Pitcher Law. Where she now oversees accounts payable, creates client payment plans, and tends to other office needs. She has also taken the responsibility of ensuring the firm and its attorneys maintain compliance with the many requirements and licensures at local, state, and federal levels. Emma enjoys serving others and is empathetic to clients’ needs.
Emma is passionate about fitness and can be found at a gym in her spare time, working out or training others. Emma currently holds the state bench press record for Utah and has won first place in all 16 of the powerlifting meets she’s competed in. With Diane’s help, Emma and her son own the local boxing gym ‘Tribalistic Boxing,’ with the intention to teach self-love and improvement to the people of Cache Valley. If Emma’s not at the gym, she is outdoors with her two boys, along with multiple bonus kids. They enjoy camping, hiking, swimming/tubing, cooking delicious food, or lying on the beach.
Jake Martin, Criminal Law Paralegal
Jake has lived in Cache Valley since August 2020, when he moved to the area to complete his bachelor’s degree at Utah State University. He graduated in May 2024 with a degree in cultural anthropology, a minor in Religious Studies, and an Interfaith Leadership and Peacebuilding certificate. During his undergraduate studies, he was the president of the USUSA Anthropology club and assisted in research projects with professors on campus, which led to him presenting numerous times at national conferences. Now, Jake is working towards his Master of Science degree at George Mason University studying Conflict Analysis and Resolution and soon his Law degree.
Jake joined Pitcher Law in the Autumn of 2024 as a law clerk. With his experience participating in research as an undergraduate student, he will help research case law and review case files. As well as researching case law, he helps with communication among various individuals and assists in courts. Jake is very passionate about researching and learning about law so he can be as successful as possible when law school starts.
Jake volunteers with a non-profit organization in Cache Valley helping immigrants file their asylum and permanent residency paperwork. He has been doing this since May of 2024 and is currently working on becoming a Partially Accredited Representative. He also is passionate about traveling, exploring new cultures, and is Bougie wine and tea connoisseur.