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For more than three decades, Steve has represented companies raising both private and public financing, and buyers and sellers of businesses of all kinds. Whether seeking initial funding, expanding the business through follow on funding or an acquisition, or pursuing an exit strategy through an asset/stock sale or public offering, Steve offers each client the veteran experience, practical judgement and seasoned know-how to realize even the most lofty goals in all phases of financing and growt...

Kerry S. Martin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management. Kerry S., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kerry S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Phil has developed a reputation as a formidable trial attorney in complex commercial litigation matters. Recently, he second chaired a five-month bench trial representing a Native American tribe in complex, multi-party litigation adjudicating the tribe’s federal reserved water rights claims for its reservation. He also regularly represents businesses in intellectual property litigation as well as public utilities in complex litigation matters, including actions initiated by government e...

Matt is a graduate from the University of Notre Dame, where he was a member of the Men’s Varsity Basketball Team. He received his Juris Doctorate from Arizona State University in 2003. Matt is a shareholder focusing his practice in plaintiff’s catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death and criminal law. In his nearly ten years as a lawyer, Matt has distinguished himself in the courtroom and the community. He is passionate about his clients and dedicated to seeking justice on ...

Craig Morgan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Banking and Finance. Craig, 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 Craig is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Terry L. Rakow is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Real Estate and Real Estate Law. Terry L., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Terry L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

William R. DeHaan has focused his practice in the area of municipal finance since 1986. He has served as bond counsel, underwriter's counsel, issuer's counsel and trustee's counsel in an extensive range of municipal financings, including general obligation, enterprise (utility) revenue, school district, housing, student loan, 501(c)(3) and special districts. Prior to joining the firm in 2001, Bill was the office managing partner for the Phoenix office of a national law firm.

Jordan Green, a partner in the firm's Litigation practice, focuses his practice on white collar criminal defense, corporate compliance, internal investigations and commercial litigation. Jordan has represented individuals and businesses in governmental investigations relating to tax, the environment, OSHA , MSHA , securities , mail and wire fraud, antitrust, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, government contracting, immigration and political contributions. He has authored corporate compliance...

Frank M. Placenti is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Frank M., 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 M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

DANIEL P. QUIGLEY is a CDQ partner and the Vice President of the firm. He has been practicing law in Arizona since 1984. Since joining CDQ in 1997, Dan has practiced in all areas of commercial litigation, including cases raising antitrust and intellectual property issues. Dan has lectured at the State Bar of Arizona’s Professionalism courses and been an instructor at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy’s Arizona Deposition Skills Program. He is a member of the Xavier College...