Best Lawyers Near You in Phoenix, Arizona for Commercial Litigation
After graduating from NYU law school, I spent nine years at blue-chip law firms in Los Angeles. As a BigLaw commercial litigation partner, I represented movie studios and fortune 100 companies in document heavy cases that rarely went to trial. But I always wanted to be a real trial lawyer. So I resigned my partnership, moved to Arizona, and tried serious felony cases for a few years. As a commercial trial lawyer with nearly 30 years of courtroom experience, I am now the owner and leader of Me...
Gideon’s practice focuses on litigation. Before joining Osborn Maledon, Gideon clerked for Judge Jennifer G. Zipps of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona. As a law clerk, he drafted civil orders and assisted in the administration of criminal and civil jury trials. He also externed for Judge Daniel J. Kiley of the Maricopa County Superior Court and Judge Jennifer M. Perkins of the Arizona Court of Appeals. His experience in trial and appellate courts provides him insight ...
Matthew R. Koerner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Matthew R., 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 Matthew R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Brenna Fisher is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Brenna, 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 Brenna is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Andrew T. Fox is a commercial litigator, representing clients in complex commercial disputes and business torts. He has experience litigating in federal and state court. Andrew has represented clients in various industries, including healthcare, hospitality, real estate development, and finance. Clerking for the United States District Court with the Honorable Douglas L. Rayes, Andrew gained invaluable understanding of the Federal Tort Claims Act, Title VII, Lanham Act, False Claims Act, and F...
Elliot C. Stratton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Elliot C., 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 Elliot C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Vail C. Cloar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Vail C., 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 Vail C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Bradley A. Burns is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Bradley A., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bradley A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Barry G. Stratford is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Environmental. Barry G., 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 Barry G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Prior to joining Osborn Maledon, Jacob spent two years clerking for Judge Paul J. McMurdie at the Arizona Court of Appeals and a year clerking for Judge John J. Tuchi at the U.S. District Court, District of Arizona. As a clerk in both state and federal court, and at the trial and appellate levels, Jacob gained experience across a wide variety of complex legal issues. During law school, Jacob served as an Articles Committee member and Managing Editor for the Arizona State Law Journal. He was a...
Matthew P. Hoxsie is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Matthew P., 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 Matthew P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
BriAnne represents clients in complex civil litigation matters, particularly commercial and tort litigation. A significant portion of her practice focuses on representing plaintiffs in medical malpractice actions, especially those involving women’s health issues. Prior to joining Osborn Maledon, BriAnne served as a law clerk to the Honorable Douglas Rayes in the District of Arizona and the Honorable Gregory Wormuth in the District of New Mexico. In law school, BriAnne was Editor-in Chie...
Samantha J. Burke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Samantha J., 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 Samantha J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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