Timothy M. "Tim" Medcoff 10YEARSAWARDED

Timothy M. "Tim" Medcoff

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018
Awarded Practice Areas
Employment Law - Management Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Works at
Farhang & Medcoff

4 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Timothy Medcoff is an AV-rated attorney at Farhang & Medcoff in Tucson, Arizona, representing businesses and insurers in complex litigation and employment-related matters. His practice includes Employment Law - Management, Product Liability Litigation - Defendants, insurance coverage disputes, and commercial litigation. Timothy works with clients ranging from closely held businesses to national companies, providing practical legal counsel tailored to their operational and litigation needs.

Timothy has extensive experience handling high-exposure litigation involving pharmaceutical and medical device companies, as well as manufacturers of tires, cranes, and heavy equipment. He regularly represents clients in serious personal injury and wrongful death litigation, including matters involving insurers and national rental car companies across multiple jurisdictions. His background in multi-district litigation allows him to efficiently manage large and procedurally complex cases.

In his employment law practice, Timothy advises and defends employers in matters involving discrimination claims, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, labor relations, restrictive covenants, and trade secret issues. He represents management clients in state and federal courts, before administrative agencies, and in labor arbitrations, grievance proceedings, and collective bargaining matters. Timothy also counsels employers on workplace policies, employee handbooks, internal investigations, and day-to-day personnel issues designed to support compliance and reduce risk.

In addition to his litigation practice, Timothy advises businesses on a range of commercial matters, including business issues, contract negotiations, and partnership disputes. Clients value his responsive communication, strategic perspective, and ability to address legal challenges while keeping business objectives in focus.

Works at
Farhang & Medcoff

4 Best Lawyers awards

Farhang & Medcoff logo

Locations

Education

  • University of California - Los Angeles, B.A., Cum Laude
  • The University of Arizona, J.D., graduated 1998

Bar Admissions

  • Arizona, State Bar of Arizona

Court Admissions

  • Supreme Court for the United States of America
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
  • Supreme Court of Arizona

Affiliations

  • Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce - Member (2014 – 2022)
  • Mountain Oyster Club - Board Member and Executive Committee Member (2023 – Present)
  • Winers & Diners - Member, Auctioneer, and Vice President (2023 – Present)
  • Boys & Girls Club of Tucson - Vice Chair (2024 – Present)
  • Scarritt Foundation - Secretary and Board Member (2024 – Present)
  • Desert Thunder Squadron - Member (2025 – Present)
  • Busey Bank - Advisory Board (2024 – Present)
  • El Tour de Tucson - Board of Directors (2022 – Present)
  • El Tour Foundation - Board Member (2025 – Present)
  • Ronald McDonald House - Board Member (2016 – 2023)
  • Southern Arizona Legal Aid - Volunteer
  • Southern Arizona Leadership Council Member - (2024 – 2026)
  • Tucson Airport Authority - Member (2023 – Present)
  • Crest Insurance - Board of Directors (2023)
  • Honorary Wing Commander 355th - (2023 – 2025)
  • Pusch Ridge Riders 4H - Archery Coach (2015 – 2023)
  • Therapeutic Riding of Tucson (TROT) - Board Member (2015 – 2019)
  • Parent Aid Child Abuse Prevention - (President 2000), Board Member (1999-2014)
  • Tucson Chargers Mighty Mite - Football Coach (2013)
  • Little League - Baseball Coach (2010 -2012)

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 for work in:
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Awards:
  • Top Rated Lawyer in Personal Injury Law in Corporate Counsel & The American Lawyer (2019)

  • Top Attorney in the Southwest by The American Registry (2019)

  • Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney (November 2004)

  • Top 50 Pro Bono Attorneys in Arizona (2009)

  • Recipient of “40 Under 40 Award” from Tucson Business Edge Magazine (2007)

  • Arizona Finest Lawyers (2014 – 2019)

  • Best Lawyers, Tucson Lifestyle Magazine (2011 – 2026)

  • Southwest Super Lawyers® (2019 – 2026)

  • AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell (2010 – 2026)

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