Ali J. Farhang 10YEARSAWARDED

Ali J. Farhang

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Awarded Practice Areas
Commercial Litigation Commercial Transactions / UCC Law Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment
Ali J. Farhang
Ali J. Farhang
Tucson, AZ
Works at
Farhang & Medcoff

4 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Ali Farhang is a co-founder of Farhang & Medcoff in Tucson, Arizona, where he represents businesses, employers, and management teams in a broad range of legal matters. His practice includes Commercial Litigation, Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Employment Law - Management, and Litigation - Labor and Employment. In addition to his legal practice, Ali is deeply involved in community and business initiatives throughout Southern Arizona and believes meaningful community involvement is an important part of professional and personal success.

Ali counsels clients on employment and labor matters, business operations, corporate disputes, and risk management strategies. He has represented management clients in litigation involving employment claims, traditional labor matters, commercial disputes, tort claims, and general liability matters. He also advises businesses on restrictive covenants, workplace policies, federal and state compliance issues, and commercial transactions involving ongoing operational concerns.

In his Commercial Litigation and Commercial Transactions / UCC Law practice, Ali works with companies across multiple industries on contract disputes, business negotiations, and day-to-day legal issues affecting operations and growth. He regularly serves as outside general counsel to companies conducting business in Arizona and across multiple jurisdictions, providing practical legal guidance tailored to each client’s objectives.

Outside of the practice of law, Ali remains active in the Southern Arizona community through local organizations, business ventures, and media initiatives. He is co-owner of the Tucson Sugar Skulls, a founder of “The Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl” presented by Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop, and co-host of the “Spears & Ali Show” on ESPN Radio.

Works at
Farhang & Medcoff

4 Best Lawyers awards

Farhang & Medcoff logo

Locations

Education

  • The University of Arizona, B.A.
  • University of Cambridge
  • University of Denver, J.D., graduated 1999

Bar Admissions

  • Arizona, State Bar of Arizona
  • Colorado, Colorado Bar Association

Court Admissions

  • Hualapai Tribal Court
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
  • Tohono O’odham Nation Courts
  • U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
  • Supreme Court of Arizona
  • Superior Court of Arizona
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
  • Supreme Court of Colorado

Affiliations

  • Boys and Girls Club of Tucson - Pro Bono General Counsel
  • Foothills Chargers Football Organization - President (2011 – 2012) & Head Coach (2007 – 2015)
  • Catalina Foothills - Varsity Football Staff (2013 – 2015)
  • Salpointe Catholic - Varsity Football Coaching Staff (2015)
  • Southern Arizona Leadership Committee - Member
  • “Spears & Ali Show” on ESPN Tucson Radio 104.9 FM/1490 AM - Co-Host
  • Tucson Sugar Skulls (Indoor Football League) - Co-Owner
  • “The Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl” presented by Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop - Founder and Chair
  • Sigma Chi, Beta Phi Chapter - Housing Corporation Member Organizations
  • Southwest Heritage Bank - Board Member
  • Sun Corridor - Board of Directors
  • Tucson Conquistadores - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2021 - Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Tucson (2021)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 for work in:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
Awards:
  • Father of the Year, Father’s Day Council Tucson (2019)

  • The Rotary Club of Tucson – 4-Way Test Award (2019)

  • Recipient of “40 Under 40 Award” from Tucson Business Edge Magazine (2006)

  • Arizona Business Leaders (2023)

  • AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbel (2010)

  • State Bar of Arizona, Bar Leadership Institute (2010)

  • Best Lawyers, Tucson Lifestyle Magazine (2011, 2020)

  • State Bar of Arizona, Labor and Employment Section, Chair (2012 – 2013)

  • Arizona’s Finest Lawyers (2015 – Present)

  • The Best Lawyers in America (2019 -2021)

  • Tucson Lifestyle-Best Lawyer (2023)

  • Southwest Super Lawyers® (2022)

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