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Melissa L. Shingles represents management in traditional labor law matters. She also represents and counsels clients in all aspects and stages of employment litigation, arbitration, and mediation, including claims based on:. Title VII of the Civil Rights ActThe Americans with Disabilities ActThe Age Discrimination in Employment ActThe Arizona Civil Rights ActThe Family and Medical Leave ActDiscrimination and harassmentRetaliationWrongful dischargeWage and hour class and collective actionsUnfair competition, trade secrets, and restrictive covenants

Megan N. Weides is an attorney in the Phoenix, Arizona Metro Area. She grew up in Fort Wayne, Indiana and earned her Bachelors of Arts in Political Science and Spanish from Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne. While in her undergraduate studies, Megan worked at the EEOC and various law firms as a Paralegal gaining valuable knowledge in different areas of law. She continued to work as a Paralegal while earning her Juris Doctor from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan.. While in law school, Megan received a student license to practice law under the supervision of the law firm she had been working for during the majority of law school. This gave her the ability to argue cases in front of the Michigan Court of Appeals 6th Circuit, Michigan District Court, and Indiana Superior Courts.. After law school, Megan moved to Arizona to practice law and find her calling.  She re-discovered her passion for employment law and saw the need for representation to those who have been wrongfully terminated.  Being a source of comfort to her clients who feel the stress of losing employment is her favorite thing about what she does.

Matthew Apfel specializes in immigration, intellectual property, public international law, international arbitration and investment disputes, international business transactions and civil suits against foreign sovereign states in domestic courts. His work has led him to live in Beijing, New York City, Washington, D.C and Phoenix.. Because of his studies, interest and knowledge, Apfel is also a specialist on China especially focused on related trade and legal issues. He is a member of the Washington based China Hands Group.. He is a member of the New York, District of Columbia and Arizona Bars and is admitted as an attorney-counselor before the United States District Court for the District of Columbia and the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.. Apfel has written numerous papers, articles and comments on various public and private international legal issues and has contributed to , an international trade law/customs law website and blog.. A native of Arizona, Matthew Apfel received his Bachelor of Arts degree in International Affairs with a focus in Chinese politics from George Washington University (GWU) in 2005.  While at GWU, he attended Pembroke College, Cambridge University in the United Kingdom where he studied modern Chinese history.  He subsequently earned his Juris Doctor degree from George Washington University Law School (GW Law) in 2008. While at GW Law, Apfel was active at various levels in the International Law Society and Student Intellectual Property Association.. He has experience working at the US Senate, Canadian Embassy, Asia Society and the CATO Institute in Washington, DC.  In 2005, he clerked at the Office of the Legal Advisor at the US Department of State where he assisted in the formulation of private international legal treaties in banking and secured transactions at the Private International Law section. Apfel also currently serves as General Counsel to American World Clinics, a startup company which is building and operating medical clinics abroad.. He is fluent in Spanish and conversational in Mandarin Chinese.

Matt Pierce's practice focuses on construction law and real estate development. His construction law experience includes assisting contractors, subcontractors, designers and project owners in a wide variety of issues, including contract drafting and review, mechanic's liens, bonding and insurance, delays, non-payment, bids/proposals and public procurement, warranty and negligence claims, and licensing.. Matt is an experienced litigator, represents clients before the Arizona Registrar of Contractors, and is experienced in resolving disputes through negotiation, arbitration and mediation.. Aside from his legal practice, since 2006, Matt has been a faculty associate at the Del E. Webb School of Construction and School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, where he teaches undergraduate seniors and graduate students in the course on construction contract administration.. Matt is also a member of the Alliance for Constructions Excellence (ACE) at Arizona State University, where he participates in task force groups dealing with alternative project delivery methods (APDM) and public private partnerships (P3). Matt is also a member of the Arizona Registrar of Contractors Industry Advisory Council.. Matt obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Accountancy in 2002 from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University and his Juris Doctorate Degree in 2005 from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. While in law school, Matt clerked for former Chief Judge Stephen M. McNamee at the United States Federal District Court, District of Arizona, in an externship program.

Martin is one of the country’s leading trial attorneys, obtaining significant settlements and jury verdicts for injury victims. He is a Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death.. Because of his expertise in personal injury, wrongful death, and other catastrophic injury cases, Martin is contacted by lawyers throughout the country to help them with their cases. This has led to Martin’s involvement in litigation involving high profile celebrity defendants, large hospital systems, prominent business people, airplane crashes, pharmaceutical errors, and defective product cases.

Mark A. Raczkowski has spent more than a decade helping individuals faced with life-altering injuries caused by the carelessness of others.  His clients know him as a skilled counselor who takes pride in explaining the law and answering the numerous questions that manifest after an unexpected traumatic event.. Over the course of his career, Mark has represented clients in a variety of disciplines including personal injury, family law, probate, and misdemeanor criminal matters.  He eventually narrowed his practice to personal injury cases and has developed considerable experience in premises liability litigation, including cases involving slip and falls, trip and falls, negligent property and facilities maintenance, unsafe stairways and walkways, elevator and escalator injuries, inadequate lighting, defective equipment, hotel and casino incidents, and falling merchandise.  In addition, he prosecutes negligence claims arising from auto collisions, dog bites, foodborne illnesses, and wrongful death.  His litigation practice spans across state, federal, and tribal courts and has involved multiple jury trials, bench trials, arbitrations, mediations, and appeals.. After graduating from Northern Arizona University, Mark received his law degree (J.D.) from the University of Arizona James E. Rogers School of Law in Tucson, Arizona, and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) post-graduate degree in Trial Advocacy from California Western School of Law in San Diego, California.  He became a name partner at Jones|Raczkowski PC in 2012 and is licensed to practice law in both Arizona and California.. Mark was recognized as a Southwest Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2013, named to the Southwest Superlawyers list in 2017, and has given lectures on topics such as premises liability, trial evidence, and technology in the legal field.  He is also an active member of the Publications Committee for the Arizona Association of Justice (AzAJ), has published articles regarding premises liability litigation, and co-authors a regular column in the AzAJ's Advocate focused on emerging technology for trial attorneys.

Leading the firm's Family Law Practice, Melissa represents families and individuals in all types of domestic relations and disputes. She is a dedicated advocate, providing compassionate and concierge-style service to resolve her client’s most personal disputes. Melissa also brings over 17 years of experience working in Arizona’s criminal justice system as a victim advocate, probation officer, and sex crimes and domestic violence prosecutor. This courtroom experience and her mediation training enable Melissa to present the best case for her clients, often resolving disputes before trial.. Melissa's experience includes divorce, custody, property division, alimony, modification of orders, and beyond, including more serious issues like orders of protection. Just as every family is unique, so is each family's legal case. Melissa understands the complexities and sensitives of family law and thus tailors her services and legal strategy to each client's unique needs.

Julio Cesar Cuen is a Supervising Attorney at Rafi Law Group, Julio is a talented, diligent, and passionate lawyer who enjoys advocating for his clients. He prides himself on his attention to detail, ability to communicate, and his excellent negotiation skills to obtain favorable results for our clients.. Julio was born in San Diego, California, and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He earned his law degree from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in 2020. As a graduate of ASU Law, Julio cultivated his advocacy skills by participating in the ASU Law Public Defender and Immigration Clinics. Julio also worked with private and governmental criminal defense and immigration firms in order to gain experience serving the community.. Prior to law school, Julio graduated from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University to obtain his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. As an undergraduate student, Julio graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors and earned the prestigious Moeur Award for academic excellence.. In his free time, Julio enjoys reading literature, exercising, and hiking when he is out of the office.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jennifer Gadow is a Certified Specialist in Family Law and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers .  She has practiced exclusively family law for over twenty years.  She graduated from the University of California at Berkeley with a B.A. in English in 1991 and the Univeristy of Denver Law School in 1994.  Ms. Gadow is a Court Appointed Advisor and has been a Program Co-Chair for many Maricopa County Bar Association Seminars as well as a speaker at advanced family law seminars.  She has also been a Judge Pro Tem of the Superior Court of Arizona since 2002 until 2017.  She is currently on the State Bar Family Law Executive Counsel.

Jared Ahern was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Jared went straight through all of his schooling without any breaks. Why? Because Jared has always known this was what he was meant to do. Jared worked full time through all of his schooling, graduated with multiple degrees, and graduated with honors.. After high school in Ahwatukee, he attended Barrett, the Honor’s college, at Arizona State University, where he received two degrees in Political Science and Business Legal Studies. The Fall after he completed his undergraduate studies, he began law school at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.. While in law school, Jared was a part of the school’s Lodestar Mediation Clinic where he focused heavily on alternative dispute resolution strategies. Jared then clerked for a civil litigation firm for a year where he spent most of his time involved in motion practice and arbitration. Jared’s work at that firm assisted in the settlement of claims totaling over $1 million.. After passing the bar exam and receiving his license, Jared quickly transitioned into criminal defense. He worked at a small defense firm focusing heavily on DUI defense and other vehicular crimes. Jared left that firm after several years and joined the team at DM Cantor. Jared took a brief hiatus, and lived in Oklahoma for just over a year. Upon returning to Arizona, he joined the team at Lerner & rowe Law Group. He focuses primarily on vehicular and felony criminal defense.

Jacie is an aggressive advocate whose hobbies even reflect that. Jacie teaches hand to hand combat and makes her own knives in her spare time. She also enjoys auto racing. Jacie is a Type A personality who uses that drive to help her clients.

I’ve been a consumer bankruptcy lawyer since 2000, helping people get out of debt in Washington, Oregon and Arizona. I am the managing attorney of Northwest Debt Relief Law Firm. We have bankruptcy law offices in both Vancouver, Tacoma and Seattle, Washington and in both Portland and Salem, Oregon. We recently opened an additional office to serve Phoenix, Arizona.. I grew up in Washington, D.C. but was lucky enough to move to the Pacific Northwest in 1995. When I am not practicing bankruptcy law, I spend the bulk of my time running errands with my golden retriever, Mayzie, for my wife and little boy.. Northwest Debt Relief Law Firm has been awarded an 'A+' review by the Better Business Bureau. Our bankruptcy practice is  designed to make the most of technology. For example, our clients can complete and submit their bankruptcy paperwork online. In the same vein, we are set up to download tax transcripts and property assessments right off the web. We can even get credit reports for our clients and download the creditors right into their bankruptcy petitions for their approval.. At the Northwest Debt Relief Law Firm, we understand that people in Oregon, Washington and Arizona all have a difficult time coming up with the money to file bankruptcy. Unlike the other firms, we take most of our fees in monthly installments after your case is filed. Our Seattle, Portland, Tacoma, Vancouver and Salem Bankruptcy Law offices are all situated such that our clients don't need to worry about paying and finding parking.. So if you’re having problems and need some help, send me an e-mail or give me a call and we’ll see how I may be able to help you.

Iury P. Carvalho is an attorney focusing on personal injury, general negligence, and premises liability cases. He serves as a key team member at Esquire Law, where he has demonstrated his passion for advocating for accident victims and ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve. Over the years, Iury’s expertise has resulted in the successful recovery of millions of dollars on behalf of his clients.. As a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Iury belongs to an esteemed group of attorneys who have achieved million-dollar verdicts, awards, and settlements. This exclusive organization is strictly limited to less than 1% of attorneys in the United States.. Before joining the Esquire Law team, Iury practiced at a boutique personal injury firm where he honed his skills in representing plaintiffs in a broad range of cases, including automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, and wrongful death suits.. Iury holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Florida International University and a Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad College of Law. During law school, he held various leadership positions, including Vice-President of the Student Bar Association and President of the Tort Law Society. Additionally, his peers elected him to deliver the Commencement Day Speech at his law school’s graduation ceremony.. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and raised in South Florida, Iury is an avid foodie who enjoys exploring new restaurants and traveling. He also dedicates his time to mentoring recent law school graduates as they prepare for the Bar Exam.. In addition to his legal acumen, Iury is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish.

Isabel handles federal and state appeals and conducts an active civil practice, and has received the highest rating for legal ability and ethics (an AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating*) from Martindale Hubbell.*AV®, BV®, AV Preeminent® and BV Distinguished® are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.

In July 2002, Mark undertook the pro bono representation of victims and families of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks to the Victim’s Compensation Fund. He is currently listed in the 2013 edition of “The Best Lawyers in America,” and the 2013 edition of “Southwest Super Lawyers.” In September 2014, Mark was elected by his peers as a Fellow of the International Society of Barristers.

In addition to running my law practice I have 2 children at home who keep me busy and constantly entertained in my time away from the office.  I am always learning new lessons from my children and find that there is nothing more humbling or any higher honor than being a parent. We make the most of short weekend trips, evenings together, going to museums, the zoo and other family friendly events.

In addition to being an avid science enthusiast, Todd loves cycling, political and economic discussions, and homebrewing craft beer.

Ian Cobb is an attorney at the Nava Law Firm. He focuses his practice on criminal defense – avidly defending those accused of crimes in courts throughout Arizona. Originally from Littleton, Colorado, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. He then moved down to a warmer climate and received his Juris Doctorate from Arizona State University.. Throughout law school Ian interned at both prosecutor and defense offices. This experience helped him to better understand how cases in Arizona are handled and strategies to defend them. In law school he was awarded the Trial Advocacy Certificate and the Highest Pro Bono Distinction. He can assist you with your criminal matter from when it is first charged through post-conviction matters. Ian is passionate about criminal defense and criminal justice reform which makes him a strong team member at the Nava Law Firm for defending those accused of crimes.