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Yvette Ansel is a litigator, focusing her practice in the areas of domestic relations and civil litigation. She began her legal career in New York City in the litigation department of one of the nation’s premier law firms. She later practiced in Minneapolis furthering her litigation skills with respect to her client’s most challenging legal issues.. Ms. Ansel’s practice in domestic relations includes, but not limited to, dissolution with and without children, post decree modification, paternity actions, orders of protection, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements.  She is also well versed in the area of civil litigation, including real estate and business disputes.. Ms. Ansel received her B.A. in Political Science from Barnard College, Columbia University, where she graduated cum laude with departmental honors.  She received her Juris Doctorate from the Cardozo School of Law where she was elected to the Moot Court Board. Ms. Ansel is admitted to practice in New York, Minnesota and Arizona. She is a member of the Maricopa County State Bar, the State Bar of Arizona with section membership in the family law and trial practice section areas as well as a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners.

Mr. Kercsmar has appeared on behalf of clients on Good Morning America, Fox Business News Channel and local news stations.. Mr. Kercsmar is a committed member of the Scottsdale community.  Since 2007, he has been a member of the City of Scottsdale Board of Adjustment.  He is also a graduate of the Scottsdale Leadership Core Program (Class XX) and is an alumni member of the Scottsdale Leadership.. Mr. Kercsmar is formerly a director of the Maricopa County Bar Foundation, the charitable arm of the Maricopa County Bar Association.  In connection with the Maricopa County Bar Foundation, Mr. Kercsmar was the Chairman of the 2006 and 2007 Comerica Bank Pro Bono Golf Classic.  Mr. Kercsmar is also an active participant in the Maricopa County Volunteer Lawyer’s program.. Mr. Kercsmar was born in Burlington, Vermont and was raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  He is married to Carrie Kercsmar, of counsel to the firm.  The Kercsmars have two daughters.

Justin is a business attorney who handles a variety of business and corporate transactions and represents clients throughout all stages of litigation. He is passionate about helping emerging companies and entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of starting a business, and he is committed to the long-term success of his clients.. Justin’s practice is focused on advising cannabis-related businesses regarding the unique legal and regulatory issues surrounding the cannabis industry. Clients rely on Justin to help minimize risk and maximize profit through comprehensive legal advice regarding corporate formation and entity structure, financing, regulatory compliance, real estate transactions, and labor and employment matters.. If a dispute warrants litigation, clients work closely with Justin to identify the underlying business issues and their implications, thus enabling his clients to quickly implement a resolution strategy for obtaining the best outcome in the most efficient manner. Justin is experienced in all aspects of civil litigation in both state and federal courts in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.. Justin is a firm believer in giving back to the community. He is a member of the Men’s Art Council for the Phoenix Art Museum and Playmakers for the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, organizations that promote intellectual curiosity and inspire creativity and diversity among the next generation of risk-takers.. Outside of work, Justin enjoys playing golf, yoga, riding his dirt bike, and learning new things. Justin was raised in Southern California and moved to Arizona in 2014. He and his family enjoy traveling and spending time together outdoors.

Chad Conelly practices in a wide variety of employment, business, and real estate matters, focusing on business and real estate litigation and employment disputes. He works tirelessly for his clients and injects his own passion into their causes. With deep experience in his areas of practice, Chad’s clients come to know him as their trusted legal advisor who consistently produces results. His measured approach to efficiently solve his client’s problems has earned him a loyal following of clients. He has attained a “Superb 10.0” rating on , been selected in the “Best Lawyers” list of the top commercial litigators in the country, and selected to the prestigious Super Lawyers Southwest “Rising Stars” list, which honors top attorneys in their field. Chad received a Bachelor of Science from The University of Arizona (magna cum laude) in 1999 and received his Juris Doctorate from Lewis & Clark Law School in 2003, where he served on Law Review.. Never backing down from a good legal fight, Chad has handled hundreds of significant cases in multiple state and federal courts and arbitrations. He recently won a substantial verdict in a complex business dispute after a multi-week jury trial against a multi-national corporation represented by one of the largest firms in Arizona. Chad helps his business clients avoid legal pitfalls, and aggressively protects their interests in and out of the courtroom. In employment matters, Chad aggressively represents individuals who have been wronged by their employers, and companies dealing with complicated legal issues. He has significant experience addressing issues and claims concerning wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation wage and hour issues, disability, employment contracts, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, and other employment disputes. He regularly prepares employment contracts, independent contractor agreements, and other employment documents for both individuals and companies. Chad also help clients on real estate matters, including dealing with contract disputes, landlord-tenant issues, and professional negligence claims. He works closely with the firm’s transactional attorneys to help guide his clients through complicated business and real estate deals. Chad also serves as a mediator, helping parties embroiled in lawsuits settle their cases. Chad has conducted several hundred mediations, and he maintains a high settlement success rate.. Chad is active in the community, serving on the Phoenix Men’s Arts Council and other organizations. An avid outdoorsman, Chad enjoys sailing, surfing, snowboarding, fly fishing, and hiking, and he regularly competes in triathlons and open water swimming races. A true Wildcat at heart, he also loves attending basketball and football games with his family in Tucson.

Carrie A. Kercsmar has been practicing law since 2001. Ms. Kercsmar’s primary areas of practice include commercial litigation, construction and construction defect litigation, contract disputes, real estate and collections. As a litigator, Ms. Kercsmar has represented clients at trial, arbitration, mediation, settlement conference, and in disputes before the Arizona Registrar of Contractors.. Ms. Kercsmar has presented seminars and served as a panelist in several practice areas, including construction defect and insurance matters.. Kercsmar & Feltus P.L.L.C., November 2006 to Present Alvarez & Gilbert, PC, November 2004 to November 2006Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck, LLP, January 2002 to October 2004Lewin & Schneider, PC, May 2001 to January 2002. California Western School of Law (J.D. 2000)      American Jurisprudence award in Legal Theory and JurisprudenceArizona State University (B.S. 1997). Supreme Court of ArizonaUnited States Court of Appeal, Ninth CircuitUnited States District Court for the District of Arizona. As an active member of the Arizona legal community, Ms. Kercsmar is a leader in many organizations.  She is currently the President of the Arizona Women’s Lawyers Association, Maricopa Chapter and a former board member for the Maricopa County Bar Association Young Lawyers’ Division. Ms. Kercsmar was also appointed to the Professionalism Committee of the State Bar of Arizona in 2007 and will serve a three year term. Ms. Kercsmar was the 2005, 2006 and 2007 Chairperson of the Maricopa County Bar Association’s “Law Week,” an annual week of charity events sponsored by the MCBA. In addition, she chaired the Judicial Appointments Committee for the Arizona Women’s Lawyers Association from 2006-2008. She has also volunteered in numerous other community legal programs such as the Volunteer Lawyers Program, Wills for Heroes, the State Bar of Arizona’s Mentor Program and the Maricopa County Superior Court’s Student Courthouse Experience.. Ms. Kercsmar is a member of the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce, Scottsdale Bar Association, American Bar Association and Maricopa County Bar Association.. Ms. Kercsmar is from Fargo, North Dakota and moved to Arizona in 1987. She and her husband both practice law and work together. When not working, she enjoys spending time with their daughters and traveling.