Southern Utah's Local Firm, Serving Real Cases
Ruesch Reeve Werrett & Jones, PLLC has served Washington, Iron, and Kane counties for over 16 years — from the very beginning in Hurricane. What started as one attorney's vision to give the community access to quality local representation has grown into a six-attorney firm with two Million Dollar Advocates Forum Life Members and four named partners.
The full team at our Hurricane, Utah office — attorneys and staff who make it all work.
Our Story
The firm now known as Ruesch Reeve Werrett & Jones, PLLC was first organized in December 2009 by attorney Benjamin Ruesch, a Hurricane native. Ben's founding vision was straightforward: give Hurricane Valley residents access to quality legal representation right here in the community — without needing to drive to St. George every time they had a legal question.
At the time, Hurricane Valley was in a period of rapid growth. Ben recognized that the community's legal needs were expanding alongside its population. He saw an opportunity to build a firm rooted in Hurricane that could serve Southern Utah with the depth and experience typically found in larger cities.
The founding vision, articulated in a 2010 press release announcing the firm's opening, was simple: Hurricane Valley had grown rapidly over the prior decade, and residents deserved access to quality legal help without a drive to St. George.
Not long after the firm's founding, Nathan C. Reeve — also a Hurricane High School graduate and longtime friend of Ben's — joined as founding partner. The firm became Ruesch & Reeve, PLLC, and the shared local roots of the founding partners became a defining feature of how the firm operated: as neighbors, not outsiders.
Two Founding Partners. One Hometown.
Both Ben Ruesch and Nathan Reeve grew up in Hurricane, Utah — and both graduated from Hurricane High School. When you meet with our founding partners, you're meeting attorneys who know Southern Utah because they grew up here.
A Firm That Grew with Southern Utah
Over the past 16 years, the firm has expanded steadily, adding attorneys who brought specialized expertise while preserving the local, accessible character Ben and Nathan established at the outset.
Ben Ruesch establishes the practice, serving Washington County and surrounding areas.
The firm becomes Ruesch & Reeve, PLLC. Both partners bring shared Hurricane High School roots.
Ben Ruesch secures preliminary injunctions in federal court protecting Southern Utah families from foreclosure — including a ruling by Senior U.S. Judge Bruce Jenkins.
Ben wins a District Court case for a Harley-Davidson owner whose motorcycle was sold without permission. Nathan wins a fraud, identity theft, and negligence case for plaintiffs in District Court.
Ben is admitted to practice law in Arizona. The American Institute of Legal Counsel recognizes him as one of Utah's 10 Best for Client Satisfaction — for two consecutive years.
Tony G. Jones, Anthony P. Werrett, Travis Dunsmoor, and Debra Stillman join, bringing depth in bankruptcy, civil litigation, personal injury, and Cedar City-area practice.
Anthony P. Werrett and Tony G. Jones are elevated to named partner. The firm becomes Ruesch Reeve Werrett & Jones, PLLC.
What We Do
The firm has always been full-service — a deliberate choice that lets clients handle multiple legal needs under one roof rather than being referred out. Today, our six attorneys handle matters across a broad range of practice areas:
For Individuals
- Personal Injury — car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle, dog bites, slip and fall, construction accidents, brain/spinal injuries
- Criminal Defense — including DUI defense
- Family Law — divorce, custody, child support, adoption
- Estate Planning — wills, trusts, probate
- Bankruptcy — Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 13
- Workers' Compensation
For Businesses
Recognition & Awards
Over the years, the firm and its attorneys have earned recognition that reflects both the quality of work and the trust clients place in us.
MDAF Life Members
Ben Ruesch and Travis Dunsmoor are Million Dollar Advocates Forum Life Members — a distinction held by less than 1% of U.S. attorneys.
AIOLC 10 Best in Utah
Ben Ruesch recognized by the American Institute of Legal Counsel as one of Utah's 10 Best for Client Satisfaction — two consecutive years.
5.0 Client Rating
Average across client reviews. Real people, real results — the reviews speak for themselves.
Selected Case Results
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, but they do reflect the kinds of matters our attorneys handle. A few notable examples from the firm's history:
Foreclosure Injunction Victory
Secured a preliminary injunction from Senior U.S. Judge Bruce Jenkins protecting a Southern Utah couple's home from foreclosure — a rare federal court intervention in a state-level foreclosure proceeding.
— Ben RueschWashington County Family Home Saved
Won a second federal court foreclosure victory, providing additional time for a Washington County family facing bankruptcy to remain in their home.
— Ben RueschMotorcycle Ownership Recovery
Won a District Court case for a Harley-Davidson owner whose motorcycle had been sold without his permission during a repair dispute.
— Ben RueschFraud & Identity Theft Victory
Successfully represented two plaintiffs in a District Court case involving fraud, identity theft, and negligence — proving the defendant had failed to disclose critical business circumstances.
— Nathan C. ReeveThese are selected historical results; more recent case outcomes can be discussed during a confidential consultation.
How We Practice
Certain characteristics have defined the firm since day one:
🏔️ Local Roots
Two founding partners grew up in Hurricane and graduated from Hurricane High School. Our attorneys understand Southern Utah because they live here.
🗣️ Multilingual Practice
Ben speaks Spanish and Portuguese. Nathan and Anthony speak Spanish. Tony speaks Japanese. Communication should never be a barrier.
⚖️ Full-Service Depth
Business and personal matters both. Rather than referring clients out, we handle related matters under one roof — from personal injury to estate planning.
🤝 Confidential Case Review
Every consultation is protected by attorney-client privilege. We respond within one business hour during office hours.
Community
The firm and its attorneys are actively engaged in the Southern Utah community. From the beginning, our founding partners built the firm as neighbors serving neighbors — a philosophy that continues to shape how we approach both our practice and our involvement in the region.
We serve clients across Washington County (St. George, Hurricane, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, La Verkin, Toquerville, Springdale), Iron County (Cedar City, Enoch, Parowan, Paragonah, Brian Head), and Kane County (Kanab, Orderville, Big Water).
Six Attorneys, One Firm
Ben Ruesch
UT & AZ · Hurricane HS · Spanish & Portuguese
Nathan C. Reeve
Hurricane HS · Spanish
Tony G. Jones
Bankruptcy Specialist · Japanese
Anthony P. Werrett
22+ Years Experience · Spanish
Travis Dunsmoor
UT & NV · I-15 Corridor Cases
Debra Stillman
Estate Planning & Mediation
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ruesch Reeve Werrett & Jones founded?
The firm was first organized in December 2009 by Benjamin Ruesch in Hurricane, Utah. Over the following years, Nathan C. Reeve joined as founding partner and additional attorneys were added.
In January 2025, the firm was renamed Ruesch Reeve Werrett & Jones, PLLC when Anthony Werrett and Tony Jones were elevated to named partner. The firm has now served Southern Utah continuously for over 16 years.
Are the firm's partners local to Southern Utah?
Yes. Both founding partners Ben Ruesch and Nathan C. Reeve graduated from Hurricane High School and grew up in Hurricane, Utah.
This shared local background is a defining feature of the firm — the founders built the practice specifically to give Hurricane Valley residents access to quality legal representation without having to drive to St. George.
The firm remains headquartered in Hurricane at 86 N 3400 W, Building C, Suite 101, with an additional Cedar City presence through attorney Debra Stillman.
How many attorneys work at the firm?
Six attorneys practice at Ruesch Reeve Werrett & Jones:
- Ben Ruesch — Founding & Managing Partner (MDAF Life Member)
- Nathan C. Reeve — Founding Partner
- Tony G. Jones — Named Partner, 20+ years bankruptcy experience
- Anthony P. Werrett — Named Partner, 22+ years experience
- Travis Dunsmoor — Personal Injury Attorney (MDAF Life Member, UT & NV)
- Debra Stillman — Cedar City-based attorney
Two attorneys are Million Dollar Advocates Forum Life Members — a designation held by less than 1% of U.S. attorneys.
What areas of law does the firm practice?
The firm handles both individual and business matters:
For individuals: personal injury (all major sub-types), criminal defense (including DUI), family law (divorce, custody, child support, adoption), estate planning, bankruptcy (Chapter 7, 11, and 13), and workers' compensation.
For businesses: business and corporate law, real estate, construction law, land use and zoning, water law, and civil litigation.
This full-service capability lets clients handle multiple legal needs under one roof.
What languages do the attorneys speak?
The firm provides multilingual representation:
- Ben Ruesch — Spanish, Portuguese
- Nathan Reeve — Spanish
- Anthony Werrett — Spanish
- Tony Jones — Japanese
This capability is particularly valuable for clients in criminal defense, family law, and business matters involving international parties.
What recognitions has the firm received?
Notable recognitions:
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum Life Members — Ben Ruesch and Travis Dunsmoor
- AIOLC 10 Best in Utah for Client Satisfaction — Ben Ruesch, 2015 (two consecutive years)
- 5.0 average client rating across reviews
Individual attorneys hold additional distinctions detailed on their bio pages.
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