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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.

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.

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.

I've successfully resolved hundreds of real estate and landlord / tenant disputes.  I focus my practice on quiet title, breach of contract and negligent misrepresentation litigation.

I'm a shareholder at Gallagher & Kennedy, PA and member of its board of directors. For over 14 years, I have been a tireless advocate for victims of negligent and wrongful conduct throughout Arizona and around the United States. My passionate commitment to the rights of injured or wronged individuals has garnered in excess of $200,000,000 in jury verdicts, arbitration awards, mediation results and negotiated settlements for personal injury, wrongful death and legal malpractice clients. Beyond helping my clients obtain compensation for devastating injuries and personal tragedy, I also assist clients with many of the (often non-legal) details of putting their lives back together and moving forward.From the beginning of my career at the firm in 2000, I was drawn to legal matters that allowed me the opportunity to advocate for individuals who have been harmed in some way through the fault of others. As a member the firm’s highly skilled and successful Plaintiff’s Personal Injury and Wrongful Death team, I gained invaluable experience in high-profile cases at the state and national levels.I am deeply committed to my clients, and my effort extends well beyond the intricacies of any given lawsuit to champion consumer safety issues for greater social impact. While commanding the fortitude, experience, resources and overall fire in the belly needed to take on major manufacturers and institutional defendants, I remain unfailingly sensitive to the human element of each case I handle. I approach my clients as people first, which makes me broadly effective in understanding my clients’ challenges and advocating their causes.

I was born in New York, grew up in LA, and now live in Phoenix.  I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Arizona and I'm a proud alumni.  I enjoy playing and watching sports.. My favorite part of being an attorney is helping clients get the justice they deserve.  I enjoy negotiating and resolving fair cliams for my clients and, when all else fails, fighting for them at trial or arbitration.

I was born and reared in Los Angeles, Calffornia and have practiced law since 1975-- first in California and then in Arizona for 35 years.  Since 2015, I have practiced law in both California and Arizona.  I began my legal career as a Law Clerk and Field Attorney with Region 21 of the National Labor Relations Board in Los Angeles. As a lawyer, I exclusively practice labor and employment law, representing small to mid-size businesses (40%) and individuals and employee associations (60%).  Over the years, my work has successfully contributed to the development of labor and employment law through precedent-setting court cases. I have also served as a court and privately appointed arbitrator.

I represent and counsel employers regarding all types of labor and employment matters arising under federal and state law, including unfair competition, restrictive covenants, the Legal Arizona Workers Act, the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act, and claims based on Title VII, FMLA, ADA, ADEA, and the Arizona Civil Rights Act. I also draft employer policies and handbooks, conduct employee training, implement workforce audits, and conduct investigations.

I proudly counsel and defend employers in employment law matters, including workplace discrimination, wage and hour compliance, restrictive covenants, contracts drafting, and business torts.. During law school, I served on the Arizona Journal of International and Comparative Law, publishing my note on the impact of consumer influence, financial bargaining power, and international compliance mechanisms on working conditions and production expectations in the coffee industry. I also served on the Civil Rights Restoration Clinic and volunteered as a magistrate for the Pima County Teen Court Program.. Education and HonorsUniversity of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law (J.D. 2018)• Arizona Journal of International and Comparative Law, Business Editor, published Vol 35.1. Arizona State University (B.A. Justice Studies, cum laude 2011). Bar Admissions - Arizona (2019)

I not only help my clients achieve fair and full compensation for catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims, but I also try to transform those  tragedies into constructive change to prevent similar disasters in the future. That is because I believe as a lawyer it is important to be a positive influence in my community.  So my work doesn’t start with a lawsuit any more than it ends with a settlement or verdict.. Catastrophic personal injuries and wrongful death can impact the whole structure of a client’s life, not just finances. I help people who have suffered unthinkable tragedy, but my work goes well beyond financial compensation. I feel a social obligation to do what I can to help ensure preventable injuries and death aren’t recurring tragedies; that work is not limited to the courtroom.. With the support of a large, full service firm with the resources to tackle the most complex and difficult cases for those who have been injured due to the negligence of others, I strive to keep the human perspective in the forefront of my work.. Service should always be at the forefront of a lawyer’s thoughts. To me, a lawyer means advocate, counselor, advisor, and a positive force for needed change.