Christopher M. Skelly

Alison K. Shea is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Alison K., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alison K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Charles Markle is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Charles, who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Charles is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

William Furnish has become a rising star in business litigation, lending his knowledge on cybersecurity, privacy and data security matters to businesses across a varied set of industries. As a litigator, William focuses on professional liability, complex commercial litigation, and privacy and data security matters. He excels at the intellectual, ethical challenges that arise between data privacy and attorney ethical violations and has established himself as a thought-leader in the ethical ove...

Frank Verderame is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Frank, who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Frank is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Hillary P. Gagnon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Hillary’s practice is devoted exclusively to probate, trust, estate, guardianship, and conservatorship matters, as well as estate planning and the mediation of probate and trust disputes. Hillary has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Hillary is held by...

J Cabou is a litigator and a partner in the firm’s White Collar & Investigations practice. At both the trial and appellate level, J’s principal focus is on defending individuals and corporate entities against criminal and other government investigations, including in civil enforcement proceedings. J has particular experience in white collar matters and is a recognized authority on both state and federal civil forfeiture, seizure, and racketeering laws. As an experienced commer...

Melissa Benson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Melissa, who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Melissa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Spencer represents and advises businesses, non-profits, and individuals in a broad range of matters in state and federal courts. He is admitted to practice in California, Arizona, New York, and the District of Columbia (inactive). He served as a law clerk to two judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit---the Hon. Mary M. Schroeder and the Hon. Andrew D. Hurwitz. Prior to founding Scharff PC, Spencer practiced with an international law firm in Los Angeles and a boutique litiga...

Ian Fischer is an accomplished litigator whose problem-solving and advocacy skills help his clients achieve critical outcomes. He has a strong record of success in resolving complicated legal issues that would otherwise hamper business operations. Ian represents clients with complex contract disputes, business torts, class actions, False Claims Act, or antitrust violations. Ian works closely with his clients to understand their specific goals for each dispute they face and to develop practica...

Diane M. Johnsen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Environmental Law. Diane M., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2005. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Diane M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.