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Samuel Randall is an employment, immigration and litigation attorney. He counsels and represents small businesses and public and private sector employees in a broad range of employment and labor law related issues, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, equal pay, employment contracts, employee discipline, restrictive covenants, severance agreements, retirement and disability issues and other employment related matters. Mr. Randall regularly represents clients in state and federal courts, administrative hearings, mediation and arbitration.. Mr. Randall assists a wide range of immigration clients with their business and family based immigration needs including work authorizations, becoming a permanent resident (green card), petition to sponsor family members, becoming a U.S. citizen, asylum applications, provide relief from removal, deportation and detention.. Mr. Randall also has experience in civil litigation, business law, bankruptcy, criminal law, family law, probate, wills and trusts and landlord tenant disputes.

Samantha is the founding attorney of DuMond Law, PLLC. Her passion for the legal field started at an early age and has grown stronger over past decades. “I believe in serving the under served and giving a voice to those who are not being heard. Every one should be able to afford the legal representation of their choosing and have the best possible legal defense regardless of their past or current situations.”. Samantha’s education began in upstate New York where she was born and raised the small town of Amsterdam.   Amsterdam was not known for having a high graduation rate. However, she beat the odds when she graduated from high school with honors at the age of 16. She continued on to major in Business Management at the University of Phoenix earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management while also earning an Associate’s Degree from Schenectady County Community College in Aviation Science. A few years younger than most of her peers, Samantha began law school in the Fall of 2010. She participated in an accelerated program and graduated cum laude from Phoenix School of Law (now called Arizona Summit School of Law) in downtown Phoenix, Arizona in the Fall of 2012.  Smantha was later recruited to come back to the school as an Adjunct Law Professor.. During law school, Samantha was a Managing Editor of Law Review, participated in a Summer Abroad program studying International Criminal Law with Creighton University School of Law, and volunteered with the Arizona Justice Project at Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Samantha received various CALI awards for excellence in Evidence and Civil Procedure. Aside from her rigorous course schedule and studies, Samantha also worked full time as a contracted Law Clerk for a Trust & Estates Firm, a Criminal Defense Firm, and a Civil Litigation Firm. She also worked part time as a Bail Bond Agent on the weekends.. After graduating from law school and passing the Bar in February of 2013, Samantha’s husband was activated as part of the Army Reserves. Samantha continued to work as a contracted Law Clerk with firms in the Valley while she stayed home to be with her newborn son. When her husband returned, Samantha finished her license application and started DuMond Law, PLLC in April of 2014.. During her time as a practicing attorney, Samantha has been a fighter in the court room and an advocate for her clients. Nothing holds her back from being in the courtroom and being available to her clients. She has since had three more children and was still practicing and managing DuMond Law throughout the pregnancies. Her office is filled with pictures of her adorable family and the walls are adorned with certificates of her accomplishments.. Samantha was also an Adjunct Law Professor at Arizona Summit Law School from 2016 to 2018 teaching Post Conviction Relief and running the Post Conviction Relief Clinic and the Veteran's Legal Clinic where she was able to teach third year law students how to assist Clients with their legal needs.. She is a firm believer that with enough support and guidance, anyone can achieve their goals if they set their mind to believe in themselves. As a lawyer, Samantha is there to provide the support and guidance through any legal battle to help her clients reach their goals for their future. She believes that the struggles her clients are in today is developing the strength they need for tomorrow.. When Samantha is not practicing law, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, camping, swimming, and browsing Pinterest for new recipes to cook.

Saigh Law was founded in 2005.Fred R. Saigh, the senior partner of the firm, has specialized solely in Civil litigation in Arizona and California for over 6 years. Saigh Law has helped victims of all types of serious injury and wrongful death matters. Our cases include automobile accidents, construction accidents, copyright, dog bites, elderly abuse, entertainment law, motorcycle accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, slip and fall accidents, trademarks, wrongful death, and other areas of negligence that cause injury to innocent people.The firm will continue its commitment to quality representation of those who retain its services and will maintain the highest standards in all phases of such representation. Saigh Law has a history of producing excellent results for its clients, especially in the area of Civil Litigation cases. This reputation for quality and effective representation is displayed in our clients satisfaction.

Ryan Tait is founding partner of Tait & Hall and the firm’s chief litigator. As a persuasive and effective former prosecutor, Ryan successfully captures the attention and respect of anyone who interacts with him. Equipped with trial skills that earned him recognition in each bureau assignment at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, Ryan is someone you want on your side. During his tenure as a prosecutor, Ryan took more cases to trial and boasted a higher success rate than any other attorney in his bureau.. Fighting for those accused of crimes is not just a job for Ryan. As a child, Ryan was taunted and bullied by an older, bigger classmate and has never forgotten the feeling of powerlessness that resulted. He was reminded of that feeling when, as a freshman in college, he had a bill go to collections due to a bank error. Unwilling to admit its mistake, the bank forced Ryan to pay a fee or fight its attorney in court and risk paying thousands in attorney’s fees if he lost. Neither option was palatable for a poor college student working part time just to make ends meet. Those experiences where Ryan felt helpless and pushed around were what convinced him to become an attorney – determined to never again be bullied simply because he didn’t understand his rights.. It was also Ryan’s disdain for bullies that led him to choose a career as a criminal prosecutor once he finished law school. Unfortunately, it wasn’t long before Ryan began to see that too often the bullies aren’t the accused, who usually have little power to contest the unfathomably large and powerful government. To his surprise and frustration, Ryan witnessed firsthand the ease with which real people accused of crimes fall prey to overly aggressive law enforcement officers, recklessly one-sided prosecutors, and a mob mentality in public opinion.. Seeing the startling frequency with which those who have the most power casually disregard the real impact their actions have on those with the least power led Ryan to leave his government job and move to private practice, where his empathic and determined approach has led to unrivaled success. Ryan thrives on winning the unwinnable case and defending and fighting for the underdog.

Ryan Sandstrom is an experienced trial lawyer, practicing primarily in the areas of insurance litigation, insurance coverage, insurance bad faith, and personal injury.  Mr. Sandstrom also regularly represents large and small entities in assisting with corporate transactional matters, particularly focusing on internet regulatory law and compliance, as well as other general business matters. Mr. Sandstrom also handles complex commercial litigation and intellectual property litigation for his corporate clients.. Mr. Sandstrom earned his Juris Doctorate degree from Creighton University School of Law with honors, where he was the recipient of the Dean's Academic Scholarship, the Werner-Robertson Scholarship, and the Lillis, William and Kathleen Scholarship.  During law school, Mr. Sandstrom was a member of the Creighton Law Review Board of Editors, as well as a member of the National Trial Team, National Arbitration Team, and National Moot Court Team.  He was the Champion of the Creighton Trial Competition, and a Regional Finalist in the Texas Young Lawyers National Trial Competition.. After law school, Mr. Sandstrom received the American Board of Trial Advocates Award in recognition of excellence in trial skills.  He also received the David A. Svoboda Award in recognition of outstanding oral advocacy and trial skills.  Mr. Sandstrom is an Associate Author and Editor of the Arizona Tort Law Handbook, and frequently publishes law review and trade journal articles on various aspects of insurance law.. As a former insurance salesman and in-house attorney with one of the largest insurance underwriters in the United States, Mr. Sandstrom has a unique and thorough understanding of insurance law.  Mr. Sandstrom is also a volunteer leader with the Boy Scouts of America.  He is married with three children.  Mr. Sandstrom is also fluent in Russian.

Ruth Hay is an experienced business and transaction attorney having served over fifteen years as a senior corporate attorney to domestic and international clients (Fortune 100, 500 and small businesses) in the information technology, federal government and other industries.. Before pursuing her legal career, Ruth was a professional classical violinist trained at the Royal College of Music, London, England and later owned and successfully ran her own small business.. Ruth obtained her law degree in England before emigrating to the USA and obtaining a Masters degree in Intellectual Property law from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University in New York.. Ruth is licensed in Arizona and New York.. Ruth is very passionate and active in her support of the arts and culture and has hosted several small salons for local artists, authors, politicians and musicians. Ruth is also the secretary and a board member of the Friends of European Art, a support organization of the Phoenix Art Museum.. Ruth also devotes her spare time to several charities working to ensure the needs of families, the young and elderly are met.

Ronda is an Arizona native raised in the Central Phoenix area. Ronda practiced as an RN for several years prior to obtaining a license to practice law in Arizona. Ronda is comfortable working around a medical record, perfoming research and identifying an expert to speak on your behalf. She has worked with both plaintiff and defense clients and understands the elements of a claim. She is willing to review a potential claim and give you an honest opinion about the strengths and weaknesses of your potential medicla malpractice claim. We look at claims where there is serious injury or death. if you think you may have a potential claim, please reach out to us.  We have a dedicated medical malpractice team who will walk with you through the process of a evaluating, filing, and litigating a claim - if we determine there is merit to the case. Give us a call for an evaluation of your claim.

Ron is a graduate of Pomona College and Arizona State University College of Law where he was a Pedrick Scholar and served as a legal research and writing instructor. Prior to joining the firm of Ely, Bettini, Ulman & Rosenblatt, Ron was a criminal defense attorney and prosecutor. As a prosecutor, Ron earned Barrister Awards for outstanding trial and appellate advocacy.. Ron has obtained several million dollar plus jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients. He has tried over fifty cases to juries and has successfully handled numerous bench trials, arbitrations, and mediations.  Ron has extensive appellate experience in State and Federal Courts, and is counsel of record in several published appellate opinions, including Tarron v. Bowen Machine & Fabricating, Inc., 225 Ariz. 147, 235 P.3d 1030 (2010); Morgan ex rel. Clark v. American Family Mutual Insurance Company, 563 F.3d 898 (9th Cir. 2009); Tarron v. Bowen Machine & Fabricating, Inc., 222 Ariz. 160, 213 P.3d 309 (App. 2009); State v. Johnson, 198 Ariz. 245, 8 P.3d 1159 (App. 2000); and State ex rel. McDougall v. Strohson (Cantrell), 190 Ariz. 120, 945 P.2d 1251 (1997).. In addition, Ron has been quoted by various media, including The Arizona Republic, East Valley Tribune, and MSNBC. Moreover, he has served the legal community as a member of the Arizona State Bar Legal Services Committee and the Thurgood Marshall Inn of Court.. Ron has been selected to be included as one of Arizona’s Finest Lawyers, based on a peer-reviewed evaluation process. Ron was nominated by his peers and selected by the Executive Board of Arizona’s Finest Lawyers because of his demonstrated record of high achievement, excellent legal skills, and reputation for integrity.  In addition, Ron is rated AV Preeminent®, the highest possible rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, in both legal ability and ethical standards.. As a partner in the firm, Ron represents injured people and their families in the areas of Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents, Product Liability, Medical Malpractice, Professional Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Workers’ Compensation, Insurance Coverage, Insurance Bad Faith, Police Brutality, and Civil Rights.

Robert Goldwater is the Founder, President, and Managing Partner of the Goldwater Law Firm.  Mr. Goldwater graduated with Honors from Arizona State University Law School in 1992, where he was a Pedrick Scholar and winner of the law school’s Canby Moot Court Competition.  He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Arizona's Finest Lawyers, American Association of Justice, American Trial Lawyers Association, AAJ Birth Trauma Litigation Group, AAJ Nursing Home Litigation Group, and several other organizations.  Mr. Goldwater focuses his practice exclusively on personal injury and wrongful death cases, and he has helped recover in excess of $250 Million for his clients.

Robert “Bob” Mills has over 17 years experience litigating complex commercial litigation matters, focusing on accountant liability, attorney liability and liability of underwriters in securities offerings. He has represented bankruptcy trustees in actions brought to recover hundreds of millions of dollars from “Big Four” and other accounting firms. He also has substantial experience in both commercial and residential real estate litigation. In addition, Bob has litigated numerous personal injury cases, including medical malpractice actions. Bob also had seven plus years experience in Missouri and Illinois representing railroad companies in actions brought under the Federal Employers Liability Act, and in numerous railroad crossing accident cases. Bob has briefed and argued appeals in the United States Seventh and Second Circuits, as well as in the appellate courts of Illinois and Arizona. Bob graduated from the University of Illinois in 1986 with a bachelors degree in journalism, then graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Law in 1989 with a juris doctor degree cum laude. Order of the Barristers, Law Review. He served as a judicial law clerk to the late Hon. Howard C. Ryan, Supreme Court of Illinois from 1989 – 1990. Admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1989 (not currently active) and to the Illinois BarBar in 1990. Admitted to the Arizona Bar in 1998. Bob practiced law in St. Louis, Missouri from 1990 – 1997, and then moved to Arizona in 1997 where he practiced at Beus Gilbert PLLC until he joined Goldman & Zwillinger in July 2014.

Robert J. McGee is an attorney practicing intellectual property and small business law. He has been in practice since November 2014 and is admitted to practice in Arizona as well as before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.. As off 2022, Robert is a sole practitioner, the foudner of Inventive IP, PLLC. He has personally experienced the thrills and the challenges of starting his own business. He puts this experience to good use with startups and small businesses, offering a different experience than one finds at a traditional law firm. Foremost among these is the use of flat fees. Small businesses and individual inventors and innovators are not always able to handle the uncertainties of hourly billing. Robert ensures that for most routine tasks associated with a new business, the matter can be handled at a flat rate which covers all necessary communications and incidental supporting work. Many businesses start with no more than a latop and a good idea; Inventive IP seeks to represent those clients while they turn their ideas into success.. If you are starting a business, are trying to grow your small business, or just have an idea you want to develop, contact Inventive IP, PLLC.. In-person consults by appointment only. The Firm's mailing address is 111 E. Dunlap, Ste. 1-617, Phoenix, AZ 85022.

Rob is an AV® Preeminent™ peer review-rated appellate and trial court litigator. Trained at two of the nation's preeminent law firms in New York City before relocating to Arizona in 2003, and thereafter elected shareholder at one the nation's largest law firms, Rob has helped clients large and small navigate business, constitutional and public law disputes for nearly two decades.. Mindful of his clients' desire to devote their resources to business growth rather than litigation, Rob makes it a priority to gain a precise understanding of the client’s objective and to formulate a strategy to achieve it as early as possible and within budget.. It seems like most cases that wind their way to trial are destined for appeal. Rob routinely appears in causes pending before the Arizona Supreme Court, the Arizona Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.  Rob is passionate about appellate practice. He is recognized throughout the legal community for the potency of his appellate advocacy.. While Rob also thoroughly enjoys trial advocacy, he knows that clients are rarely enthusiastic about going to trial. He therefore places great emphasis on the deployment of forceful, dispositive pre-trial motions to bring the case to an end if it cannot sooner be settled.. Sometimes a case will wind its way to trial. When it does, Rob is ready. He co-chaired a two-week false advertising jury trial as recently as May 2010, resulting in victory. He co-chaired a three-and-a-half week jury trial of a distribution agreement dispute just months earlier, scoring a unanimous verdict for the client.. Rob is honored to have been endorsed by Practical Law Company both as an appellate advocate and business litigator based on its annual survey of in-house counsel.. Select accomplishments:. - Secured Arizona Supreme Court victory for mortgage lender, loan servicer and mortgage-backed securitization trustee in proceeding to resolve disputed questions of law pertaining to non-judicial foreclosures/trustees’ sales. Crafted principal brief, coordinated amici curiae counsel, engaged in extensive motion practice and presented oral argument, all within seven weeks.. - Persuaded Ninth Circuit to vacate natural gas company’s $60 million punitive damages award against former ACC Chairman as unconstitutionally excessive. Subsequently persuaded panel to vacate $4 million punitive damages remittitur on due process grounds, resulting in another published decision. Convinced trial court to stay enforcement of judgment without a supersedeas bond during appeals.. - Repelled Maricopa County Regional School District Superintendent’s petition for review and special action petition to Arizona Supreme Court, wherein superintendent sought to vacate trial court’s appointment of three-member panel to manage school district in the wake of her indictment.. - Co-chaired and prevailed in two-week bet-the-company trial in federal district court on behalf of multinational photo radar enforcement company after persuading district court to dismiss on summary judgment two-thirds of rival’s false advertising claims seeking tens of millions of dollars in purported damages.. - Co-chaired and prevailed in three-week jury retrial of wrongful termination claim in federal district court on behalf of electronics manufacturer after persuading Ninth Circuit to reverse seven-figure judgment in favor of former distributor based on trial court’s exclusion of probative evidence and other errors.. - Instrumental in securing eight-figure damages settlement for general contractor on construction design defect claims against Maricopa County arising out of public works project.

Richard Mear’s litigation practice is driven by his desire to obtain effective and efficient results for his clients.  His common sense approach is grounded in a complete immersion in his clients’ businesses, goals and products.  Richard’s practice includes defending corporations in  premises liability matters, product liability matters (including medical devices), and toxic tort matters involving asbestos and benzene exposure.  He also has significant experience in cases involving transportation/trucking claims, construction defect claims, professional liability, medical malpractice, and in commercial business disputes involving claims of officer and director liability.  Mr. Mear has extensive experience in all aspects of litigation including trial, mediation and arbitration.  He has first-chaired and second-chaired several jury and bench trials to defense verdicts.  Mr. Mear first-chaired a month-long products liability trial in Federal Court and obtained a defense verdict for his client, despite the plaintiffs’ initial demand for $30 million and $12 million pre-trial demand. In February of 2017, Mr. Mear concluded a two-week jury trial to defense verdict, which included an award of Rule 68 sanctions.

Richard grew up in Phoenix. While interning for a Superior Court judge in Maricopa County during law school, Richard witnessed how effecive a truly great defense attorney could be for his client and Richard knew that was what he wanted to practice. Being charged with a crime can be one of the most stressful events in a person's life, and Richard's job is to help ease that stress, while standing by his clients and making sure their voices are heard.. Richard received his Bachelor's degree in Journalism from Arizona State University and his Juris Doctor from The University of North Dakota.

Ray has been a leading lawyer in Arizona for over 33 years.  He has been recognized by his peers in Best Lawyers in America, Soutwest Super Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, and has recieved the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards from Martindale-Hubbell.  He often speaks at local and national trial lawyers conferences. The initial consultation with Ray is at no cost to the client.  Additional information available for Ray on the Gallagher & Kennedy website.

Rambo Law Offices was established in 2002 by attorney Jacqueline Rambo.  With offices in both San Diego, California and Phoenix, Arizona, we handle primarily consumer bankruptcy matters, which often crosses over into other areas of law, including family law, business, estate planning, and certain real estate matters, such as foreclosures, short-sales and evictions.. We pride ourselves on the fact that we are not the "typical law firm."  We believe we are in the business of "customer service," in addition to the practice of law.  This is not about us, it's about you.  You will receive personalized attention and will work directly with an attorney, not a law clerk or secretary.  We take the time to listen and care about your needs.  We also take the time to educate you in a way you can understand.  We understand this is a scary situation for you and you need compassion as much as you need legal assistance.  This is not all your fault.  If you have debt issues, your creditors have been impossible and the failing market is out of control.  We get it!  You need someone to guide you through the process of releasing the debt-noose and getting you back on your feet.  That is what we provide.  We go above and beyond the call of duty, assisting you in ways you would never expect.. Our mission is to provide you excellent client service by aggressively pursuing your case and producing results, being accessible to you, educating you, and making your legal experience as comfortable and convenient as possible.  Pricing is reasonable and you will not be nickeled-and-dimed to death.. We would love to assist you so please browse our website for information related to your matter.  We encourage you to take advantage of our unique services listed on the left side of the page.

Professional and aggressive representation. Free consultations.. Jack Litwak obtained his B.A. from SUNY at Buffalo and his J.D. from Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Throughout law school Jack focused on developing his litigation and trial skills. Jack practiced as a certified limited practice attorney with the Maricopa County Public Defender’s Office, Maricopa County Legal Defender’s Office, and the City of Phoenix Public Defender’s Office where he gained valuable courtroom and trial experience. He also spent three years clerking at civil litigation law firms in Phoenix. Jack began his legal career litigating matters involving allegations of personal injury and wrongful death, premises liability, construction defect, product liability, and general tort defense. Jack then spent several years with the Maricopa County Public Defender’s office where he handled hundreds of felony and misdemeanor cases ranging from simple assault and drug possession, drug trafficking, white collar, dangerous crimes, all the way up through murder. Jack’s passion for trial work and litigating constitutional violations, coupled with his dedication to his clients, resulted in dozens of dismissals and numerous not guilty verdicts.. Throughout his experiences Jack recognized not only his passion for litigation but also for fighting for the underdog—those who often have no one else to support them when their liberty or wellbeing are at stake. Jack believes there are two sides to every story and that everyone is entitled to have their story told and their constitutional rights protected regardless of race, gender, or class. Jack leaves no stone unturned, as he explores and investigates every possible issue in a case. Jack firmly believes that people need an attorney who truly cares about their clients, who would represent them the same way he would want to be represented, and who will fight as hard as they can to level the playing field at trial and to win. No matter the situation, everyone is entitled to the best representation possible.. In his spare time Jack volunteers as an assistant coach for the Arizona State Sun Devil Mock Trial team where he helps train future lawyers.

Practicing in Arizona since 1990.  After practicing at a local insurance defense boutinque firm, joined Gust Rosenfeld, PLC, in 1995.  Became equity member in 1999.  Litigated hundreds of cases in the tort and contract areas over the years.  Tried and arbitrated over 100 cases to judgment.  Argued before the Arizona Court of Appeals.  Authored and presented at numerous seminars and conferences in Arizona and across the country on topics such as insurance bad faith, the use of expert witnesses at trial, insurance fraud and the defense of public officials in civil litigation.  An executive board member of the Arizona Association of Defense Counsel, a member of DRI and also Arizona's Finest Lawyers.  Currently serves as board president of the Ahwatukee Foothills Family YMCA.

Practicing criminal defense law for over ten years. Experienced in all areas of criminal defense including DUI and related charges.  Extensive experience representing clients charged with domestic violence offenses.  Known as a fierce trial attorney.

Practiced in Arizona state and federal courts for 36 years, admitted in 1978. I have been an Arizona State Bar of Arizona, Certified Criminal Law Specialist for the last twenty years. Expert in Fourth Amendment analysis. During the course of the last ten years, I have prepared four or more motions to suppress annually; these include - home, vehicles, Franks motions, as well as wiretap defense. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Have practiced on a pro hac vice basis in California, Pennsylvania, and Utah.. From September 2013 until April 2014, successfully presented a motion to suppress in Maricopa County Superior Court that took five court sessions to resolve - suppression granted.. More than two hundred trials in my career. Of these, approximately fifty to juries. I have filed appellate briefs and argued before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, I have handled numerous petitions for special actions before Divisions I and II of the Arizona Court of Appeals, as well as petitions for review with the Arizona Supreme Court.

Practice focuses on the representation of public officials, white collar criminal defense, corporate compliance and Native American law issues.

Practical Advice. Highest rating by peers - AV Rated. 40 years of practice. Practical and Innovative solutions at below market rates. Intellectual Property, , copyright law, trademark law and arts & entertainment law. Represent hundreds of authors and publishers and music composers, recording artists, publishing and recording labels. The best way to understand my practice areas is to go to my websites at  and .. When you call my firm, I answer the call. You talk to me directly and get the information you need without hassle. I am always open to questions and if I can't assist you, I will try to suggest other lawyers. I have worked for BIG LAW and enjoyed my time in those firms but prefer a smaller, client focused practice where quality of client service at reasonable rates is the philosophy.. My practice is national in scope and I can represent clients with IP matters nationwide.

Phoenix Criminal Defense and Family Law attorney serving individuals and families throughout Arizona.. Daniel has the knowledege, ability, and experience needed to provide aggressive representation for clients facing any criminal offense or family law issue. Early in his career, Daniel was a prosecutor handling misdemeanor, felony, and serious vehicular offenses. Now, after years working at a preeminent law firm Daniel formed the Law Office of Daniel Hutto, PLLC to continue his aggressive and personalized representaiton to a greater group of Arizonans.

Phoenix attorney focusing on criminal defense, wills, power of attorney and gaurdianships.

Phil is a Senior Member of The Cavanagh Law Firm, practicing in the area of family law, which includes divorces with substantial assets, property characterization and complex financial issues, as well as preparation of pre- and post-marital agreements.  He is a member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the American College of Trial Lawyers, has been listed in Best Lawyers of America since 1987, and is certified by the Arizona State Bar as a Family Law Specialist.. Phil was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, but at an early age, his family moved to Iowa.  He attended Iowa State University and Coe College, receiving his B.A. from Coe College in 1968 and his J.D. from Drake University in 1973.. Phil’s litigation experience in family law matters includes the analysis and trial presentation of separate and community property issues, business valuations, the community or separate property characterization of retirement plans, stock options, restricted stock, and other management level compensation plans, spousal maintenance claims and various tax aspects of these financial issues.  These issues frequently involve working with forensic experts, including accountants and valuation experts.. Although Phil’s litigation experience has been almost exclusively family law matters since 2000, in the earlier years of his practice, he also had extensive involvement in commercial and/or business litigation, in both federal and Arizona state courts, including anti-trust litigation and securities class actions, as well as other types of business disputes.. In addition to his above-referenced memberships, Phil served as a member of the Arizona Family Law Advisory Commission for Certification of Family Law Specialists, and was a member of the Arizona Revised Jury Instruction Committee, including the original subcommittee on jury instructions in contract cases. He has been a speaker for numerous CLE presentations for the Arizona and Maricopa County CLE programs, as well as Law Education Institute’s national seminars, with an emphasis on business, property and tax aspects of family law litigation.