Top best Civil Lawyers in Phoenix near me

I am a Criminal Law Specialist certified by the State Bar of Arizona and I have been practicing law for 30 years.  I teach other attorneys how to challenge illegal searches. While some attorneys like to advertise that they are "former prosecutors," I am proud to say that I have NEVER been a prosecutor! Prosecutors usually have the evidence on their side so being a defense attorney takes much more ingenuity, preparation and skill.. I have represented numerous clients over the years and get many referrals from satisfied clients.  I handle all my own cases.  If you don't need me, I will tell you so.  I will be honest with you throughout my representation as to how your case is looking.. I have listed a few select cases in the "Cases" section to show you a sample of the type of work that I have done for clients. If you would like to speak with me about a criminal matter, I would be happy to meet with you at my office or speak over the phone. Thank you.. Kristen Curry

Erik Bergstrom focuses his practice on divorce and family law, including valuable experience in appeals of family law-related rulings.  Erik's clients benefit from his experience and track record of success in divorces involving substantial business, professional practice and real property assets.

Elliot Wernick is a Senior Member with The Cavanagh Law Firm and has been practicing law for more than twenty-four years, including the last eighteen on counseling and representing the insurance industry and its insureds in complex litigation matters.. Mr. Wernick has extensive experience in successfully handling complex personal injury and tort matters, including the defense and litigation of complex automobile and trucking accidents resulting in catastrophic injury or death.  Mr. Wernick devotes a substantial amount of his personal injury practice to the defense of injury and wrongful death claims against motor carrier transport and crane companies in both state and federal court.. Mr. Wernick’s practice also includes insurance coverage analysis and litigation.  He has handled complex insurance coverage claims in both first and third-party contexts.  His insurance coverage litigation practice has included all types of insurance policies with a particular emphasis on life, health, and disability.  Mr. Wernick’s insurance coverage practice includes interpretation and analysis of general liability, personal and commercial auto-related coverage claims and professional malpractice; and he devotes a substantial amount of his insurance practice to the defense of insurance bad faith and punitive damage claims against insurance companies in both state and federal court.. Mr. Wernick also serves in a number of volunteer activities, including two terms as a Board Member of the Arizona Association of Defense Counsel (co-chairing the Pro Bono Disciplinary Committee), and as a judge for local high school mock trial competitions and law school moot court activities.  Mr. Wernick has an AV Preeminent Rating with Martindale Hubbell and has been named as a Southwest Super Lawyer since 2015.

Elizabeth Martinez’s practice focuses primarily on family law, including divorce, child custody, paternity, legal separation, child support, spousal support, third-party rights, relocation, enforcement, and modification of domestic relations orders.  Ms. Martinez has practiced exclusively in family law for over 11 years, and opened her own family law firm in April of 2011.  She runs her private practice and also serves as of-counsel to the ASU Alumni Law Group where she supervises family law cases.

Edmundo Robaina has been an employment lawyer for nearly 28 years. Edmundo regularly advises and represents individuals and business clients in wage and hour cases, employment contract matters, and discrimination, hassment, retaliation and wrongful termination cases under Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and other federal and state laws. Throughout his career, Edmundo has successfully represented clients in state and federal trial and appellate courts, in administrative cases before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the United States Merit Systems Protection Board, and in mediation and arbitration. He also regularly represents state, county and municipal employees in disciplinary and certification matters.. Edmundo has been rated “AV Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell since 2014, and has been recognized by Southwest Super Lawyers since 2017, and The Best Lawyers in America since 2018.

DeeAn loves nothing more than helping people and families, especially those who unfairly find themselves in a challenging legal situation. She is known for her compassion and her dogged determination on behalf of her clients.. YOU have no enemies, you say?. Alas! my friend, the boast is poor;. He who has mingled in the fray. Of duty, that the brave endure,. Small is the work that you have done.. You’ve hit no traitor on the hip,. You’ve dashed no cup from perjured lip,. You’ve never turned the wrong to right,. You’ve been a coward in the fight.. My sixth grade teacher Mr. Hawks had us memorize poems. I chose this one, and I'm glad it's embedded in my mind. I've had to draw on it many times. I am constantly on the front lines, trying to make things right. I will undoubtedly draw some fire. I don't do it intentionally -- it's just part of the job.

DAVID T. BARTON has focused his practice on employment law and litigation withspecial emphasis on wage and hour, sexual harassment, age and disability discrimination,drug testing, and healthcare issues. In addition to his work defending employers fromwrongful termination and discrimination claims, David provides advice and counseling toemployers concerning executive compensation and termination, employee counseling andmotivation and the creation and review of employee handbooks, contracts, and policies.When he is not defending employers from claims by employees, David finds time to serve inhis church and loves spending time with his four children, his nine grandchildren, andtravelling with his wife and companion of 38 years. David received his Juris Doctor degree,Magna Cum Laude, from the J. Reuben Clark Law School of Brigham Young University in1992 where he was articles editor of the Brigham Young University Law received his Bachelor of Science degree, Magna Cum Laude, from Brigham YoungUniversity in 1988, graduating as college valedictorian. During his 30-year career, Davidhas worked in the litigation section of the Utah Attorney General’s office (1992-1993) for theemployment law boutique of Johnson & Hatch in Salt Lake City, Utah (1993-1995) and forthe employment law group of Quarles & Brady (1995-2012). In November 2012, David andhis partner Christine Burns started the law firm of BurnsBarton, PLC.

David Michael Cantor has handled many high profile cases which have been covered by the local and national news media. He has been interviewed and has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, Inside Edition, the CBS Morning Show, Hannitty and Combs, and every local news channel including Univision. In addition, his cases have been covered by CNN, MSNBC, and even Howard Stern.. About David Michael Cantor:. Some of David Michael Cantor’s high profile cases include the Michael Gherman Wal-Mart double capital murder trial; the complete acquittal of Valinda Jo Elliott (the woman who became lost in the forest and set a signal fire which ultimately became the Rodeo-Chediski fire – burning more than five hundred thousand (500,000) acres and four hundred and forty (440) homes); the complete acquittal of Richard Simmons (who was accused of slapping a rather large “cage fighter” who was taunting him at the Sky Harbor Airport); and most recently the complete acquittal of Sgt. Patrick Haab (an off-duty Army Reservist who took seven (7) illegal immigrants into custody at gunpoint because they had charged at him from the desert , at night, near a local highway rest stop).. The David Michael Cantor Defense Team takes pride in being knowledgeable in all areas of forensic sciences. This includes DNA technology; Latent Fingerprint technology; Ballistics; Drug Recognition technology; Serology and Bodily Fluids testing; Blood, Breath and Urine Alcohol testing methods; Gas Chromatography and Infra-Red Mass-Spectrometry. In addition, the Cantor Criminal Defense Team has an extensive law library with research materials regarding FBI, Department of Public Safety, State and Local Police investigation manuals.. WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN KNOWING MORE THAN THE PROSECUTION AND POLICE OFFICERS!. If there is any defense to a criminal allegation (either factual or technical), the David Michael Cantor Defense Team will find it and utilize it to your benefit. The Cantor Defense Team, along with the numerous expert witnesses at their disposal, can give you your best chance at a complete acquittal or reduction of the charges. For a free initial consultation, call us at, or click here to contact us now.. The David Michael Cantor Defense Team is BEYOND AGGRESSIVE!!!. DM Cantor is a very well respected criminal defense firm in Phoenix, AZ. Our offices speciallizes in DUI defense, drug possession or use, sex crimes defense, white collar crimes, and other violent crimes.

David is a member of the litigation team at Jaburg Wilk. He concentrates his practice in business disputes, contracts, leases, commercial litigation and employment law. He has represented individuals, small businesses and major corporations for more than 30 years.. He has been involved in many complex and sometimes high-profile cases, including a groundbreaking movie industry antitrust case, a defamation case filed against Watergate burglar G. Gordon Liddy, and a $100,000, securities fraud Ponzi scheme case. He has tried or settled numerous cases in both state court and federal court and has pursued or defended, and won, more than 40 appeals in the Arizona Court of Appeals, the Arizona Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. In addition to his legal work, Dave is a founding member of the Arizona State Acupuncture Board, a former member of the Arizona State Foster Care Review Board, and a current member of the Foundation for PIHMA Research and Education. He is a frequent author, consultant and speaker.

Brian T. Leonard is an Arizona native having been born and raised in Phoenix.  Brian is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier School and Brophy College Preparatory locally here in Phoenix.  He obtained his undergraduate degree - a Bachelor in Science - in Political Science from Santa Clara University in Santa Clara, California and his Juris Doctorate from the Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco, California.. Brian returned to Phoenix after obtaining his JD and he joined Leonard, Clancy & McGovern to practice with his father, Jim and godfather Ken Clancy.  Years later, he and Jim were thrilled to join Palumbo, Wolfe and Palumbo when the opportunity arose.  Brian's practice is focused on representing victims of medical negligence and other catastrophic personal injury claims.. Brian is a member of The American Association for Justice (f/k/a ATLA), their Birth Trauma Litigation Group, he is also a member and is also on the Board of Directors for the Arizona Association for Justice (f/k/a AzTLA) and the Co-Chair of their Seminar Committee.. Brian has successfully resolved numerous medical negligence, birth-injury and personal injury matters in favor of his clients.. Brian and his wife Amy, also an attorney, have three children.

Brett Donaldson’s civil practice is primarily focused in the areas of claims and defenses involving motor vehicle collisions, insurance defense/special investigation/fraud and also in areas of contracted agreements.  Mr. Donaldson has extensive trial experience and has tried more than 60 jury trials to date with excellent results for his clients who are both individual and corporate clients.. In addition to his civil practice, Brett T. Donaldson practices in the area of criminal defense.  He has tried dozens of serious felony cases, and has extensive trial experience in both non-jury trials and other criminal defense matters.  Mr. Donaldson previously served as a Deputy County Attorney with the Maricopa County Prosecutor’s Office and was assigned to the Family Violence Bureau in the Major Crimes Division.  Mr. Donaldson’s recent experience in criminal matters includes:. Before becoming a prosecutor, Mr. Donaldson served as a sworn police officer in southern California and graduated number one in his police academy.  Mr. Donaldson’s experience as a police officer allows for additional insight in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of the police investigation.. Mr. Donaldson effectively plans and executes trial strategies and utilizes strong negotiation skills to obtain pre-trial resolutions.  While an early dismissal is certainly desirable, he will not hesitate to go to trial to get the best results for his clients.. Mr. Donaldson has a reputation within the legal community of being an honest, smart, and hard-working trial attorney.  He has a passion for his clients and dedicates 100% to the defense of any client represented by his firm.  Interested parties should contact him directly to discuss any legal issue that they may be facing to determine whether he may be of assistance.

Barry Mitchell is a trial lawyer practicing for over 23 years in the area of criminal defense. He focuses on representing individuals and corporations in criminal, regulatory, and administrative cases. Barry handles the full range of state and federal felony and misdemeanor issues.. Barry is particularly skilled and seasoned in defending cases with an intersection between the criminal justice system and administrative licensing authorities. He has represented hundreds of licensed professionals and entities facing matters ranging from domestic violence to money laundering. Chambers USA says “peers praise his detail-oriented style, his sense of judgment, and his proactive approach.”. Barry has a proven track record of conducting effective internal investigations running the gamut of regulatory issues, including FCPA, EPA, SEC, DEA and HHS – OIG matters. He has also helped create and implement compliance programs for organizations ranging from small companies and healthcare practice groups to Fortune 100 corporations.. Barry graduated from Boalt Hall, University of California – Berkeley, in 1991 where he taught legal research and writing, and chaired the Moot Court Board. He graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Arizona State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 1985.. Before starting the law firm of Mitchell | Stein | Carey, Barry practiced for 22 years at Gallagher & Kennedy, P.A., and was a partner in its Criminal Law and Regulatory Enforcement Group.

Attorney Diana I. Rader is the founding attorney of the boutique family law practice Rader Law Firm, and focuses on family law, juvenile law, and civil litigation. She completed her undergraduate studies at Arizona State University before going on to earn her Juris Doctor from Arizona State University College of Law. Ms. Rader has extensive experience in juvenile cases involving the Department of Child Safety. She has previously served as the president of the Scottsdale Bar Assocation, and is active in Family Lawyers Legal Assistance Program (FLAP) and Partners for Paiute Legal Assistance Program. She is licensed to practice in state and federal district courts in Arizona.

As a partner at the firm Jones Raczkowski PC, Phoenix attorney Mack T. Jones provides legal representation to injury victims. For over 34 years, Mr. Jones has practiced as an attorney in the state of Arizona. His work over the years has led to a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating and a Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Rating of AV Preeeminent®. Attorney Jones is a graduate of the University of Arizona School of Law. Contact his firm today to obtain a no-cost consultation.

Alicia is a relentless advocate who puts the interests of her clients first in all aspects of litigation. Her experience is guided by compassion, empathy, and respect for the individuals she represents, many of whom have been the victims of extreme negligence. Alicia prides herself in working hand-in-hand with her clients, through the many challenges of litigation, to ensure each client gets the just result they deserve.. As a partner with the firm, Alicia focuses her practice in the areas of motor vehicle and trucking collisions, medical malpractice, premises liability, and product liability against a broad spectrum of defendants. She successfully represents injured clients against major hospitals, large corporations, trucking companies, governmental entities and insurance companies.. Alicia is also continually recognized by her peers as a top–tier personal injury attorney. In 2018 and 2019, Alicia was the only woman in the state of Arizona selected by Super Lawyers Magazine for inclusion as a Southwest Super Lawyer® in the general Plaintiff Personal Injury category. Previously, Alicia was selected by Super Lawyers Magazine for inclusion as a Southwest Super Lawyers® Rising Star in the field of personal injury from 2012-2017.. Alicia is rated AV Preeminent® through the Martindale Hubbell ratings system. AV Preeminent® is a significant rating accomplishment – a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence.

Al Ricciardi is nationally known for his multi-million-dollar settlements of tire separation and rollover accident claims.. As part of his business litigation practice, Al Ricciardi has experience in advising and representing business clients in a number of areas, including contract claims, insurance bad faith claims, litigation related to personal guaranties, real estate disputes, business fraud and misrepresentation, employment rights and environmental claims.. In addition, his experience includes matters involving serious personal injury, wrongful death, and major product liability. Al's product liability practice generally focuses on losses stemming from tire separation and liability in the use of 15-passenger vans.. A Super Lawyers selectee, Al is nationally known for his multi-million-dollar settlements of tire separation and rollover accident claims.

After graduating from U.C. Davis law school, Mr. Micheaels began practicing law in 1979. His practice is concentrated in the areas of medical negligence, general tort liability, professional liability, and insurance bad faith. He has taken over 75 trials to a jury in the state and federal courts in Arizona.. Mr. Micheaels has a Martindale-Hubbell “AV” attorney rating and is a State Bar Certified Specialist in Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation. He has been listed in Best Lawyers in America for over 10 years and is a Fellow in two of the most prestigious societies of trial lawyers in the country, the International Academy of Trial Lawyers (with membership limited to the top 500 trial lawyers in the U.S.) and the American College of Trial Lawyers (with membership limited to only 1% of lawyers in the U.S). He has been named by Phoenix Magazine for a number of recent years as one of the top lawyers in the Valley specializing in personal injury, medical malpractice and civil litigation.  He has been chosen as Lawyer of the Year for the Phoenix area by Best Lawyers in the Areas of Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Law for 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.