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...
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...
With over 11 years of litigation experience, Chris is adept at handling all stages of litigation in a variety of commercial and non-commercial disputes. From multidistrict product liability actions to large commercial arbitration disputes, Chris’ extensive experience and knowledge provides clients with both a strong defense in dealing with pre-trial discovery and motions, and a strong offense to avoid litigation or settle pre-suit.
John has substantial experience representing for-profit and not-for-profit companies in a wide variety of legal and business areas, from commercial, employment, tort and insurance-related litigation to real estate, corporate management, health care and school law issues. As a trial lawyer, John has tried more than 100 cases to conclusion, including jury trials, bench trials, arbitration matters and administrative law proceedings. He currently serves as a judge pro tem for the Maricopa County ...
Kaysey L. Fung is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Kaysey L., 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 Kaysey L. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
JENNA L. BROWNLEE joined CDQ in 2017 after obtaining her law degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. At Loyola, Jenna served as the Student Articles Editor for the Loyola University Chicago Law Journal and an Academic Legal Writing Tutor. Her article “To Compete or Not to Compete: Illinois’ Movement to Eliminate Noncompete Agreements” was published in the law journal in 2017. Jenna also worked for Street Law, Inc. teaching law to high school students and coachin...
Jordan Buckwald is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Jordan, 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 Jordan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Josh is a rising star in the firm’s litigation group. A background in molecular biology and chemistry helps him distill big ideas into scientific arguments to offer a fresh, academic approach to litigation. Josh has a particular interest in the way the law crosses over with science in the areas of election law, administrative law, and constitutional law. He has written about interactions between government-mandated Internal Review Boards and First Amendment principles. Prior to joining ...
Victoria L. Romine is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Victoria L., 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 Victoria L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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