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...
Allie represents clients in complex commercial litigation and appeals, with experience handling matters involving constitutional law, securities litigation, property rights, and business disputes. She practices in both trial and appellate courts, where she develops strategic solutions to achieve her clients’ objectives through skillful advocacy and detailed analysis. Prior to joining Osborn Maledon, Allie gained valuable insight to the bench through her clerkships at the U.S. District C...
Alexis E. Danneman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Alexis E., 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 Alexis E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
With a background in biochemistry, Sarah analyzes cases with precision and represents clients with the inquisitive mind of a scientific researcher. Before joining Osborn Maledon, Sarah clerked at the U.S. District Court, District of Arizona for Judge Michael T. Liburdi, and the Arizona Court of Appeals for Judges Kent E. Cattani and Peter B. Swann. During law school, she served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Arizona State Law Journal, the fundraising chair of the Women Law Students Association...
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.
Aaron Duell 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. Aaron, who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Aaron 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.
David M Barlow is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Bankruptcy. David M, 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 David M is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Brandon’s legal experience includes representing clients in commercial, appellate, and election litigation. In addition, a substantial portion of Brandon’s practice includes representing Native American tribes in a variety of matters, including contract, constitutional, water, and federal Indian law matters. Before joining Osborn Maledon, Brandon completed clerkships at both the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona and the Arizona Court of Appeals. Through his clerkship...
Amanda Newman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Amanda, 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 Amanda is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ken is a shareholder at Gallagher & Kennedy where he works in the firm's commercial litigation and personal injury and wrongful death groups. Ken handles complex, high-stakes cases, frequently appearing in court to advocate on behalf of his clients. Careful planning and determined advocacy have led to resolutions favorable to Ken's clients, including the exclusion of opposing experts, winning claims on summary judgment, and multi-million dollar settlements in personal injury cases.
Kristine J. Beaudoin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Labor and Employment Law - Management. Kristine J., 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 Kristine J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Cole Cribari is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Cole, 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 Cole is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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