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...
Before joining Osborn Maledon, Stefan served as a law clerk for Justice James P. Beene of the Arizona Supreme Court. As a law clerk, Stefan assisted in resolving complex state law issues, including election law matters. Stefan graduated magna cum laude from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. During law school, Stefan interned for Judge David B. Gass of the Arizona Court of Appeals, the City of Tempe’s Civil Litigation Unit, and the Arizona Attorney...
Karl J. Worsham is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Karl J., 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 Karl J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
John’s practice focuses on appeals, complex civil litigation, and government and regulatory matters. In state and federal court at both the trial and appellate level, John has worked on a wide range of matters involving elections, state and federal constitutional law, property law, statutory interpretation, contract law, and professional liability matters. In his government and regulatory law practice, John often represents governments and private parties in high-profile disputes. John ...
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.
Katelyn Towe is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Katelyn, 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 Katelyn is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
A successful litigator, Ashley’s Arizona experience centers on resolving or litigating business disputes, real estate, and employment matters while practicing at another Arizona law firm. She is well versed in navigating litigation from discovery through trial. Prior to starting private practice, Ashley began her legal career as a Deputy District Attorney in California, prosecuting a wide variety of misdemeanor and felony crimes. During her four-year tenure, she was an active trial atto...
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 ...
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.
Chrisanne Gultz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Chrisanne, 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 Chrisanne 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.
Nicholas J. Walter is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Commercial Litigation. Nicholas J., 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 Nicholas J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Colin Quinn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Colin, 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 Colin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Before joining Osborn Maledon, Molly served as a law clerk for Chief Justice Robert M. Brutinel of the Arizona Supreme Court where she worked on a variety of state law issues and gained an inside perspective of the state appellate process. Molly was accepted to the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law as an O’Connor Honors Fellow and graduated with certificates in Trial Advocacy and Public Health Law and Policy. She was inducted to the Order of the Barristers in recognition of her o...
Malvika Sinha is an experienced litigator who represents both corporate and individual clients across a wide range of industries, with a focus on legal malpractice, healthcare litigation, and high-stakes business disputes. Her clients have included Fortune 500 companies, small business owners, and everything in between. Malvika believes that every client has a story to tell, and she focuses on telling that story in a persuasive, thoughtful way while keeping in mind her clients’ business...
Michael’s practice focuses on appeals, complex civil litigation, and government and regulatory matters. Michael has authored briefs and motions in both state and federal appellate and trial courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, First, Fifth, Ninth, Eleventh, D.C., and Federal Circuits. Michael has represented corporations, associations, tribes, and individuals facing adverse government action under many areas of constitutional, statutory, and administrative law. Michael’s pro ...
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