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Joshua is a native Arizonan who loves the Grand Canyon State. He is a business attorney and litigator who represents clients in the insurance, construction, medical, real estate, culinary, and other service industries. Josh is active in the community and volunteers for organizations servicing the arts, education, and religious sectors. Outside of work, Josh is a passionate sports fan, amateur cinephile, and he teaches a class for teens that promotes leadership, civic engagement, and philanthropy.

Joshua is a civil litigator who focuses his practice on employment litigation.  Joshua is an advocate for employees and small business owners in all matters of employment disputes.  Joshua regularly represents clients in matters of discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, and wage disputes, and is well versed in both state and federal laws on the matter.

Josh Woodard is licensed in Arizona, California and Nevada, with a practice concentrated in labor and employment law. He advises and represents employer/management clients before state and federal agencies, including the Arizona Civil Rights Commission, the California Department of Labor Standards Enforcement, the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the United States Department of Labor. Josh has extensive litigation experience in both state and federal jurisdictions in wage and hour issues, misappropriation of trade secrets, non-competition/non-solicitation matters, wrongful termination, sexual harassment, discrimination, employment contracts, and related matters. He instructs and trains (including several Fortune 500 companies) in a variety of areas including sexual harassment prevention, supervision and leadership, organizational behavior, human resources management, and corporate ethics.. In addition, Josh has defended for-profit universities in a variety of employment-related matters including wage and hour class actions, DOL audits, EEOC investigations, and individual suits alleging discrimination, FMLA violations, and breach of contract.. Josh has formerly served as vice president and in-house counsel and brings a "real-world" perspective to clients.

Josh Kolsrud has practiced criminal law since 2006, when he began prosecuting juveniles as a third-year law student. Since then, Josh has tried over 100 trials, including winning jury trials in Maricopa County, Coconino County, U.S. Federal District Court of Arizona, and internationally in the Republic of Palau. Josh also handled 3,528 cases as a federal prosecutor.. Josh began his legal career handling thousands of felony cases at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office for over five years. Josh was awarded the “Attorney of the Month” award several times for his outstanding trial work. Josh was promoted to Major Crimes and spent two years in the Repetitive Offender Bureau.. Josh then headed to the South Pacific working for the tiny island-nation of the Republic of Palau. Palau’s attorney general heard about Josh’s reputation as an aggressive trial attorney and recruited Josh to spearhead an anti-human sex trafficking operation. The operation was successful as Josh helped save hundreds of Filipino girls from sexual slavery. Josh also successfully tried the only second jury trial in Palau’s history while helping bring Palau into the modern legal system.. The Coconino County Attorney’s Office recruited Josh as its Senior Trial Attorney handling all high-profile cases as well as training and supervising less experienced attorneys. Josh handled most homicide, capital cases, sex crimes, and white-collar crimes in Coconino County.. The United States Attorney’s Office later recruited Josh to work on a variety of cases including drug trafficking, illegal reentry, human smuggling, gun crimes, white-collar, undeclared cash, and Fish and Wildlife crimes. Josh spent over five and a half years as an Assistant United States Attorney working closely with federal agencies on complex criminal cases. Josh also worked in the “ACE” unit prosecuting complex civil fraud cases.. Josh is a talented legal writer authoring and winning two complicated appeals before the Ninth Circuit. Josh also has an excellent reputation from his peers, including many judges and attorneys. It is no surprise that Josh has received numerous awards and accommodations for his outstanding trial work.. Josh is a leader at the State Bar of Arizona, which began in 2007 after he volunteered and was accepted by the Young Lawyer’s Division. Josh was later accepted and graduated from the prestigious Bar Leadership Institute. Josh passionately volunteers much of his time helping the disabled. Josh is a member of the Bar’s Council on Persons with Disabilities in the Legal Profession, which he chaired for three years. During Josh’s time as chair, the Bar recognized Josh’s outstanding leadership by rewarding him the prestigious “Presidential Award” twice for outstanding leadership, and excellence in the legal community for its seminar at the annual Arizona Bar Convention. Josh is an outstanding public speaker as noted by his trial experience, and the Bar’s frequent requests to have Josh serve as a faculty member giving motivational speeches.. Josh is a native Phoenician and graduated from Central High School in 1999. Josh later graduated, summa cum laude, from ASU’s Barrett Honors College in 2004. Josh received his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the University of Miami School of Law in 2007.

Josh Blumenreich is an experienced criminal attorney for Phoenix, Arizona. As a graduate of the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University in New York City and a former Deputy County Attorney for Maricopa County, He has dedicated over 15 years to defend clients against serious criminal charges such as drug possesion, DUI and murder.A committed student of Arizona law and a strong compassion for his clients brings weath of courtroom experience to His cases that run from felonies to respect He has gained in the legal community of Arizona shows as his deep commitment to protecting his client's legal rights facilitates the best possible resolution in each case.Specialties in criminal law include:

Joseph F. Gmuca has been protecting the rights of persons injured and victimized since 1987. Over this time he has represented people from all walks of life and has done so knowing that his clients – injured, in pain and placed in a very shaky financial position – need an attorney who is tough and aggressive with the other side and caring and attentive to his client’s needs.

José Antonio Saldivar is an Arizona native that attended Arizona State University for both Undergraduate and Juris Doctorate Studies.  A proud proponent of individual rights, José has labored for over a decade to be the voice of the underserved.  As Counsel in the Yuma County Public Defender's Office, José defended the Constitutional Rights of hundreds of such defendants and worked tirelessly to champion reform in this area.  José currently holds Court Admissions to the following:. ·      Arizona Supreme Court. An avid athlete, José enjoys most outdoor activities, including cycling, swimming and soccer.

Jordan Plitt is a litigator and has extensive experience handling complex insurance coverage, professional liability, commercial litigation, and catastrophic personal injury defense matters. Coming from a family with deep roots in the insurance industry, he enjoys helping commercial insurance companies navigate and solve problems or questions quickly, efficiently, and correctly. He has provided insurance coverage analysis and advice to many commercial insurance companies for complex and high-exposure coverage issues across the nation, including Arizona, California, New York, New Jersey, Illinois, Texas, Florida, New Mexico, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Ohio, North Carolina, Montana, Alaska, Arkansas, Minnesota, Washington, Michigan, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, and North Dakota. A significant portion of Mr. Plitt’s practice involves representing insurance companies in defense of insurance bad faith claims as well. He works hard to protect and advocate for his insurer-clients.. Mr. Plitt speaks and writes frequently on insurance law topics and has been recognized by Southwest Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in the field of insurance coverage continuously since 2012. He is one of three associate authors for Couch on Insurance 3d, a nationally recognized authoritative treatise on insurance law often recognized and relied upon by courts and attorneys throughout the United States. He is also a co-author of Practical Tools for Handling Insurance Cases which aims to filter complex insurance coverage issues into an easily readable and digestible format for attorneys across the country. Every year, Mr. Plitt, as co-chair, helps organize and develop the content for the Arizona Insurance Law Institute, a two-day continuing legal education seminar put on by the State Bar of Arizona covering complex insurance issues.. In addition to insurance coverage litigation, a significant portion of Mr. Plitt’s practice also includes professional liability and commercial litigation defense. He represents and defends attorneys, accountants, architects and engineers, insurance producers, and other professionals in high-exposure cases vigorously. He also has experience defending high-risk products liability cases, including cases involving asbestos exposure.

Jordan Kendhammer is an Arizona native, born and raised in Phoenix.  Jordan acquired a unique skill set as he worked as a realtor, business consultant, and in the hospitality industry while pursuing his academic goals.  He graduated from Northern Arizona University in 2002, earning a bachelors of science in Microbiology.  Jordan later earned his law degree from Arizona Summit Law School.  While in law, school he received advanced training in alternative dispute resolution and became a certified mediator.  In his final year of law school, he excelled in the area of legal research and earned advanced legal research certificates from Westlaw and LexisNexis.      His areas of practice are currently focused on Medical Malpractice, Asset Protection, and Business Consulting.         Jordan believes in the importance of giving back to the community. He volunteers with various community organizations, which provide greater access to legal assistance to those who cannot afford legal advice.  He is also an active board member and the treasure for Arizona Summit Alumni Association.  When Jordan is not practicing law, you may find him on the trails of Arizona biking or running as he prepares for his next endurance event.

Jonathan is a licensed litigation attorney with more than fifteen years of litigation experience, practicing primarily in the areas of real estate, employment, commercial disputes, and insurance defense and bad faith in all state and federal courts in Arizona. Jonathan holds active licenses in Arizona and California and represents clients in civil and commercial matters throughout both states at both the trial and appellate level.. Jonathan’s clients include businesses, large and small, as well as individuals desiring superior, prompt and effective legal services without the unnecessary hefty price tag that is often standard with larger firms. He founded the firm with the belief that quality, skilled legal representation can be provided to clients at a reasonable rate.  He and the other lawyers at the Dessaules Law Group are actively committed to providing exceptional, individualized service to the firm’s clients, protecting their interests, and achieving their goals promptly and efficiently, regardless whether the case is a complex commercial litigation matter, defense of a “simple” automobile accident, or an adverse possession dispute.. Jonathan is a 1997 graduate of Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law, and received his undergraduate degrees from Rutgers University in 1994.  He previously served as a law clerk for the Honorable Earl H. Carroll of the United States District Court for District of Arizona and presently serves as a pro tem judge on the Maricopa County Superior Court’s civil calendar.  Before forming the Dessaules Law Group, Jon spent several years at one of the country’s largest law firms in its commercial litigation section.. Jonathan is Peer Review Rated AV® PreeminentTM in Martindale-Hubbell. An AV® rating is the highest possible rating available.

Jonathan wears multiple hats for the firm, including assisting with both litigation and pre-litigation cases. Jonathan also manages the overall direction of the firm, focusing on new business development. Jonathan’s belief is that if you hire good people and represent good people, then good things will happen.. Jonathan directed the firm into personal injury because he believes that people should have equal standing with the insurance companies. He does not like that people get taken advantage of simply because they don’t have a familiarity with how a personal injury claim works. Jonathan’s goal is to provide a resource to people in a way that makes a difference in their lives.. Jonathan was born in New York, but now calls Phoenix his home. Jonathan grew up quite impoverished. His family was one of those that would be adopted for the holidays. That experience has helped Jonathan appreciate the little things in life. Jonathan is also committed to helping the less fortunate. This is why Jonathan launched a charitable aspect to Negretti & Associates. Jonathan’s promise is to pay forward the help that he has received in life.. Jonathan graduated from Arizona State University for both his undergrad and law school. That gives him the rare distinction of being called a “Double Devil.” When he is not working, Jonathan enjoys spending time with his wife and kids. Jonathan also competes in obstacle course racing and ultramarthons.

Jonathan concentrates his practice on high-stakes civil litigation, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death. Advocating for individuals inside and outside of the courtroom, Jonathan represents plaintiffs in a broad range of tort litigation areas, including significant personal injury, insurance bad faith, and professional malpractice. He has extensive experience helping injured victims and their families obtain just compensation.. After earning his law degree from the University of Idaho College of Law, Jonathan served as a judicial extern for the Honorable United States District Court Chief Judge David C. Nye and worked as a Deputy Criminal Prosecutor for Ada County in Boise.. During law school, he learned the intricacies of appellate work while serving as a judicial extern for the Honorable Justice Joel D. Horton at the Idaho Supreme Court. In addition to being selected Dean’s List, Jonathan was chosen by faculty to represent the University of Idaho College of Law at the Peggy Browning Fund Workers’ Rights Conference in Baltimore, Maryland. He advocated for survivors of domestic and sexual violence at the University of Idaho Family Justice Clinic and externed with the James A. & Louise McClure Center for Public Policy Research.. Jonathan speaks conversational Spanish and Mandarin Chinese, having learned the latter while living for two years in Taiwan. Away from the office, Jonathan and his wife enjoy camping with their four children. He is an avid music composer and sings Tenor in the Arizona Millennial Choirs and Orchestras.

Jon M. Martinez is a criminal defense attorney who is determined to
fight for the rights of every one of his clients, whether they are
charged with shoplifting or first-degree murder. Mr. Martinez has shown
an outstanding understanding of the law mixed with excellent trial
skills and compassion for his clients. Mr. Martinez has used his skills
to obtain over 100 dismissals and not guilty verdicts in the past two
years alone.. Education. Born and raised in Orange County, California, attorney Jon M.
Martinez graduated with high honors and attended the University of
Arizona to continue his education. At the University of Arizona, Mr.
Martinez earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and psychology
with honors.. Mr. Martinez then focused his energy on pursuing his lifelong
passion of attending law school.  Mr. Martinez scored in the 96th
percentile during the law school examination and eventually took a
scholarship offer to a top 20 law school at the Boston University
School of Law.  While going to law school, Mr. Martinez decided to
obtain his Master’s Degree from the nationally recognized Boston
University College of Communications and graduated with both a law
degree and a master’s from Boston University.. Professional Development. Upon graduating from Boston University with a law degree and a
master’s degree, Mr. Martinez accepted a position at the Maricopa County
Attorney’s Office as a criminal prosecutor.  He quickly excelled as a
prosecutor and was the first in his class of more than 25 prosecutors
to move up to a trial group and also was the first to move up to a
Major Crimes division. As a Major Crimes prosecutor, Mr. Martinez was
in the Vehicular Crimes unit that is responsible for prosecuting all
felony crimes involving a vehicle and alcohol or drugs, including
prosecuting numerous Felony DUI cases as well as Aggravated Assault
with a Deadly Weapon, Manslaughter and Murder.. In February, 2008, Mr. Martinez decided to leave the Maricopa
County Attorney’s Office in order to join a criminal defense firm in
Arizona. While at this firm, Mr. Martinez honed his trial skills and
obtained numerous jury verdicts of Not Guilty and many more cases that
resulted in complete dismissal of the charges before trial.  Mr.
Martinez gained a reputation for being both an aggressive trial attorney
and one who genuinely cared about his clients.  He has handled a
variety of cases ranging from juvenile crimes, misdemeanor crimes and
all felony crimes including first-degree murder.. After years at his previous criminal defense firm, Mr. Martinez
opened the Jon M. Martinez Criminal Law Group to allow him to give the
personal attention and superior defense that he believes every client
deserves.  Mr. Martinez is determined to work personally with every
client that walks into his office no matter the charges and he makes it
a personal goal to get the absolute best outcome possible for each and
every client.. The Jon M. Martinez Criminal Law Group. At the Jon M. Martinez Criminal Law Group, we are dedicated to
providing you with the absolute best possible defense for every client.
Attorney Jon M. Martinez will work with you every step of the way to
explain the legal process and help you through this traumatic and
stressful time in your life.  We believe that nobody should be defined
by their worst day and we will never treat you as just another case
number.  We will work to get to know who you really are as opposed to
who the police report says you are and we will do everything possible
to win your case.. For a free consultation, call the Jon M. Martinez
Criminal Law Group today at (480) 745-1572 or email attorney Jon M.
Martinez directly at

Jon is a partner at O'Steen MacLeod Combs. He joined the firm in 2005 and practices in the areas of personal injury, car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, contaminated food, legal malpractice, insurance bad faith, and defective products.. He graduated from Occidental College in 2002 (B.A., Economics and Political Science) and the Arizona State University College of Law in 2005 (J.D., cum laude). He served as Senior Articles Editor of the Arizona State Law Journal and was a Willard H. Pedrick Scholar.. Jon has been named to the Super Lawyers Top 50 list for Arizona and Best Lawyers in America. He is av-rated (the highest rating) by the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory.. Jon is a past President for the Arizona Association for Justice (formerly the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association). He also is a member of Board of Governors of the American Association for Justice.. He was admitted to the State Bar of Arizona in 2005. Jon is admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Arizona, the United States District Court (District of Arizona) and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.. Jon is a native of Arizona, having been born in Phoenix in 1980. He lives in Phoenix with his wife Kathryn and their two children.

John Torgenson, a dedicated attorney at Torgenson Law, is committed to advocating for individuals who have been wronged or injured. Raised in St. George, Utah with a strong work ethic instilled by his parents, John pursued his education at the University of Utah and Notre Dame Law School, graduating with honors in 2004. Licensed to practice in Arizona and federal courts, John gained valuable experience in both defense and plaintiff’s practice areas at Fennemore Craig before establishing his own practice. His comprehensive background provides him with a well-rounded perspective on the litigation process, allowing him to effectively represent his clients' interests. In addition to his legal work, John is actively involved in various community organizations, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining a balance between professional and personal life. Recognized for his dedication, John was named one of Phoenix’s top young entrepreneurs and serves in organizations such as Kids @ Core and the Los Abogados Hispanic Bar Association. With a strong belief in holding wrongdoers accountable and seeking justice for his clients, John approaches each case with loyalty, honesty, and a relentless pursuit of the truth. His unwavering dedication to fighting against insurance companies and corporations on behalf of those in need sets him apart as a true advocate for the injured.

John has practiced law for almost six years. Before joining Jaburg Wilk, he worked with a small firm focusing on insurance defense and construction defect. Prior to practicing law, he held a Real Estate Salesperson license in California and was also a licensed plumber in Arizona.. John is from Powell, Wyoming where he began training in a Hawaiian martial art during his junior year of high school. He has continued to train and teach this martial art for over 30 years.. John met his wife in Mexico City and has been married for 16 years. In his free time, John enjoys hiking, playing racquetball, and traveling with his wife.

John Coll is an experienced probate and trust lawyer who has litigated successfully in state court, federal district court, the Arizona Court of Appeals and the Arizona Supreme Court.  His practice is focused on probate and trust administration, uncontested and contested wills, trusts, insurance claims, surviving spouse's rights, wrongful death and personal injury..

John Bain has been practicing Family Law for the duration of his legal career and has achieved excellent results.  John's client focused mission facilitates effective and zealous representation.

Joel Fugate is a trial attorney at Cronus Law, PLLC. Joel frequently handles cases concerning serious personal injuries, multi million-dollar contracts, and insurance coverage.

Jodi's employment and labor law practice consists of representing employers with regards to litigation, class actions, and human resource matters. Jodi adeptly counsels and advocates for her clients, which are businesses of all sizes.  Her experience both in and out of the courtroom has provided her with unique insights into case strategy, and her practice has made her expertly versed in procedural processes and rules, as well as employment laws and regulations.  Jodi’s dogged determination and responsive style consistently earns client trust and confidence as well as successful results.  Jodi was noted as a Rising Star in the 2012, 2013, and 2014 issues of Super Lawyers.. One concentration within Jodi’s practice has been representing employers in federal and state court, as well as before administrative agencies.  Another significant portion of Jodi’s practice encompasses advising businesses in their day-to-day employment decisions, including leaves of absence and terminations, wage and hour laws, policy manuals, and investigations into employee conduct and complaints regarding discrimination and/or harassment.. Jodi advises clients on all matters relating to employment and labor law, including EEOC, ACRD, NLRB, and Office of Special Counsel charges, ADA, Title VII, FLSA, FMLA, ADEA, and GINA, wrongful discharge and unemployment matters, trade secret, non-compete and confidentiality agreements, and I-9 immigration compliance strategies.. As co-editor of the Arizona Employment Law Letter, Jodi keeps employers abreast of employment law developments and offers employers insight to human resources issues that frequently cross her desk.  Links to most her articles can be found below.

Jimmy entered into the practice of law and the area of probate and trust/elder law litigation because of a personal circumstance that highlighted many pain points individuals, families, and/or fiduciaries often encounter while navigating the legal process. Jimmy’s personal experience, prior to law school, highlighted that people often, but not always, have good intentions but need sound guidance, counsel, and advocacy in navigating difficult and personal matters after tragedy strikes. Jimmy understands and appreciates how the law affects our everyday lives and the stress that comes with the massive undertaking of navigating the legal process. His experience also demonstrates how proper planning and preparation can avoid litigation and provide a legacy for generations to come.. Jimmy believes in strong, honest, and compassionate representation for each client. There is no one size fits all approach with Jimmy, instead, he strategically tailors each of his clients needs to their unique circumstance and situation. Jimmy's, and the Firms, approach to a client first mentality is on purpose and designed to ensure strong communication, resulting in individualized advocacy. The facts of each case vary, but Jimmy's passion to see your matter succeed does not.. In addition to probate and trust litigation, Jimmy also practices in the areas of probate and trust administration, estate and business planning, contested and non-contested elder law matters, including guardianships and conservatorships, exploitation of vulnerable adults, and abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults.. Jimmy graduated with a Bachelors of Science from Portland State University, with summa cum laude honors. He then obtained his Juris Doctor, earning Pedrick Scholar honors, at Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. In addition to his scholarly honors, Jimmy was selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2019 and 2020, which recognizes the top 5% of attorneys in Jimmy's practice area. Jimmy is also a Member Director of the Elder Law, Mental Health & Special Needs Planning Executive Council at the Arizona State Bar.. When Jimmy is not working to further the interests of clients, you will find him on the golf course, playing with his golden retriever named Judge or enjoying sporting events. Since Jimmy grew up all over the United States, his teams are varied, but his passion to root on his favorite teams rivals his passion when representing clients.

Jimmy Cool is a litigator and trial attorney whose practice emphasizes serious or catastrophic personal injuries, commercial disputes between closely held companies, professional administrative or regulatory action, and a variety of matters involving the rights of public employees. Jimmy also has broad experience in matters involving the regulation of medical marijuana dispensaries.. However, Jimmy's practice is not defined by a particular area of law or subject matter; instead, he focuses on representing good people – ranging from families and individuals to closely held companies and professional organizations such as the Arizona Court Reporters Association – who need responsive legal guidance and creative solutions. His mission is to counsel his clients about their options and to work together to achieve their goals. Put differently, Jimmy seeks to help his clients find cost-effective and practical solutions to serious problems.

Jim Abood is originally from Michigan where he obtained his B.A. from Michigan State University and Juris Doctorate from Western Michigan Thomas Cooley Law School. Jim’s father, Fredric S. Abood, established the Abood Law Firm in Lansing, Michigan over 60 years ago. He was a shining example of a great lawyer who always said it was the highest honor to represent those who were unable to represent themselves.  Jim and several of his siblings followed in his footsteps and joined him in practice at the Abood Law Firm. During that time, Jim developed his practice in the areas of domestic relations, juvenile law, criminal defense, probate, and estate planning.. In 2006, Jim relocated to Phoenix where he spent the first 8 years in-house with a local private commercial real estate lender. In that role, he was heavily involved in real estate transactions and corporate law and served as secretary of the board. Thereafter, Jim returned to private practice where he leverages his broad legal experience to provide excellent legal counsel to business owners and families with probate and estate planning needs.. In his spare time, Jim enjoys giving back to the community by volunteering his time to several worthy organizations including St. Mary’s Food Bank, Community Legal Services, Inc., and the Arizona Chapter of Wills for Heros, a program that provides free estate planning legal services to first responder personnel in Arizona.. Jim maintains active licenses in Michigan and Arizona and is a member of the following professional legal associations:  Business Law, Real Estate & Real Property, and the Probate and Trust Law Sections of the State Bar of Arizona, State Bar of Michigan, the American Bar Association, and Wealth Counsel.

Jessica Everett-Garcia has experience representing a wide variety of clients in commercial litigation disputes, with particular emphasis on matters involving business and contract disputes, professional liability, securities litigation, antitrust litigation and state constitutional law.  In addition to litigation, Jessica regularly advises clients in connection with responding to third party subpoenas and advises on issues related to litigation loss reserves required by GAAP as well as compliance with other rules and regulations applicable to publicly reporting companies.  She also assists clients in negotiating strategic resolution of complex contract disputes before they reach arbitration or litigation.. Jessica also dedicates significant time and energy to efforts to advance women and minorities in the legal profession.  She has served as one of the leaders of Perkins Coie's firmwide women's initiative -- The Women's Forum -- since its inception in 2006 and has served as Co-Chair of the Forum since 2010.  She also works to promote women in the profession locally through the Arizona State Bar and Maricopa County Bar Association, as well as nationally through the American Bar Association and National Association of Women Lawyers.

Jess A. Lorona is a seasoned attorney and partner at Lorona Mead, PLC in Phoenix, Arizona, with 38 years of legal experience. He is licensed to practice in all Arizona courts, federal courts in the District of Arizona, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States Supreme Court, and the Court of Federal Claims. Jess’ practice spans a wide range of areas, including criminal defense, personal injury litigation, wrongful death, DUI defense, appellate matters, and civil litigation. He also represents teachers, nurses, and Phoenix police officers. A member of numerous professional organizations, such as the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association and Los Abogados Hispanic Bar Association, Jess has earned recognition for his dedication to the legal profession. He has authored key legal publications, including Time Limitations Applicable to Criminal Actions and Procedures in Arizona Courts, and frequently lectures on ethics and trial advocacy. Jess’ unique skills have been featured in ABC’s documentary series “State v.,” and he has played a pivotal role in notable cases like State v. Fernandez and Beaty v. Stewart. Beyond his legal work, Jess is a Member Emeritus of Arizona’s Children Association, reflecting his commitment to serving his community.