Meet Beemer & Mumma P.S. Staff

Kent E. Mumma is a shareholder of Beemer & Mumma P.S. Kent was raised in Brewster, Washington, and proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam from 1967-69. Kent graduated from Eastern Washington University in 1972 with a B.A. in Finance, and then worked for 20 years in the trucking industry. Kent was the Vice President of Operations with Wallace-Colville Motor Freight and United Trucklines from 1978-1987. 

Kent obtained his J.D. Degree from Gonzaga University in 1989, and graduated Cum Laude. While in law school, Kent was a legal intern for two years at the Washington State Attorney General’s office in the Labor and Industry/Workers' Compensation Division. 

In 1990, Kent was hired by the Attorney General’s Office in Spokane as an Assistant Attorney General, where he represented the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries in workers' compensation matters. Kent worked as an Assistant Attorney General until he formed Beemer & Mumma P.S. with Dennis in June of 1994. 

From June 4, 1994, through the current date, Kent’s practice has consisted of assisting injured workers in presenting their claims before the Department of Labor and Industries; Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals; Superior and Appellate courts throughout Eastern Washington. 

Kent is married to Gloria Jo Mumma, and has two adult sons (Ryan and Kyle). In his spare time, Kent enjoys working on his “gentleman farm” (no crops, no animals), and keeping his classic cars in running condition. 

Email: Kent@beemer-mumma.com

Sarah A. Beemer was born and raised in Spokane, where she graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in 1980. Sarah then attended Washington State University Honors College, and in 1984 obtained a B.A. in Political Science/Pre-law. Sarah then obtained her J.D. from Gonzaga University in 1988. While in law school Sarah was a legal intern for two years with the Washington State Attorney General’s Office. 

After graduating from law school, Sarah was hired by the Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. Sarah was subsequently designated a Senior Prosecuting Attorney and Division Leader of the Narcotics and Vehicular Homicide Unit, which she led for several years. From 1994-1999 Sarah was also appointed as a Special Assistant United States Attorney by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Washington, where she prosecuted Federal Narcotics and Weapons cases. 

In 2000, Sarah came to work for Beemer & Mumma P.S. and from 2000 through the current date her practice has consisted of assisting injured workers in presenting their claims before the Department of Labor and Industries and the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals. Sarah is also a member of Washington Women Lawyers; Women in Workers' Compensation; and is active in several community organizations, including the Mobius Science Center. 

Sarah is married to Dennis Beemer, and has two children (Samantha and Cole). In her spare time Sarah enjoys tennis, watching her children’s sports and activities, and volunteering for multiple local charitable organizations.

Email: Sarah@beemer-mumma.com

Kennet M. Phillipson grew up in Western Washington, before heading to Eastern Washington University where he played offensive tackle for the Eagles. He graduated summa cum laude in 2003 with a major in government. He then attended the University of California, Berkeley School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 2006. While there, in addition to his legal studies, he served as an associate editor of a nationally-recognized law journal.

Upon graduation, Kennet returned to Seattle and entered private practice, dedicated to defending the rights of the criminally accused. His practice focused primarily on criminal misdemeanors and serious traffic offenses with an emphasis in DUI defense. For 12 years, Kennet represented his clients at all levels, from municipal to superior courts. He has tried jury trials throughout the State of Washington, advocating zealously on behalf of his clients.

Looking for a change, in 2018 Kennet moved to Spokane and joined Beemer & Mumma P.S. He shifted his practice from criminal defense to workers compensation. Kennet continues to bring his zealous advocacy to the representation of injured workers before the Department of Labor and Industries, the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals, Superior Court, and beyond. He is an effective voice for his clients and commanding presence in the courtroom.

When he is not at work, Kennet and his wife Nicole enjoy getting outside into nature -hiking, camping, backpacking and cross-country skiing. On Fall Saturdays, you're guaranteed to find Kennet watching college football. And in true nerd fashion, he enjoys reading non-fiction when he has a free moment. 

Email: Kennet@beemer-mumma.com

Michele C. Hall was born and raised in Montebello, California. Michele's work in the legal profession began in 1985, where she worked for 5 years as a clerk for the Los Angeles County Superior Court. In 1990, Michele was hired as a Legal Support Assistant for the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office, where she worked for over 15 years, most of which was in the Family Violence Division. In June of 2005, Michele and her husband Steve moved to Spokane to raise their two children, Jake and Alyssa. 

After her children graduated from high school, Michele wanted to return to work in the legal profession and joined Beemer and Mumma P.S. in July of 2016 as our Administrative Support Specialist. After an 11 year absence from working in the legal field, Michele is happy to be back and truly enjoys interacting with and assisting injured workers. 

Email: Michele@beemer-mumma.com