Naomi Jorgensen, Author at Coppersmith Brockelman PLC

Jan 20 2026

4 Coppersmith Brockelman Attorneys Honored on AzBusiness’ 2026 Top 100 Lawyers List

AzBusiness magazine has once again recognized Partners Keith Beauchamp and John DeWulf among Arizona’s most accomplished business lawyers, with Partners Mel Soliz and Jill Chasson joining them on its esteemed annual list for the first time. Each year, AzBusiness’ editorial team collaborates with industry experts to select 100 standout attorneys among a pool of more than 2,000 of the state’s most talented and acclaimed. Honorees are chosen based on professional success and ratings, as well as their influence on their respective law firms, communities, and the greater legal environment.  New to the list yet widely known as one of Arizona’s most dominant regulatory health care lawyers, Mel focuses on compliance with data privacy, access, and interoperability, health IT service contracting, and HIN/HIEs. A go-to speaker who has been active in state and federal policymaking, Mel is the President of the Arizona Society of Healthcare Attorneys and is regularly lauded by Chambers USA, Best Lawyers, BTI Client Service All Stars, and Southwest Super Lawyers.    Another well-recognized legal name making her “Top 100” debut, Jill centers her practice around the...

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Jan 13 2026

Coppersmith Brockelman Expands Interoperability Dispute Practice Amid Growing Data-Sharing Complexity

Naomi Jorgensen

Coppersmith Brockelman has scaled its interoperability litigation capabilities in response to rising demand for data-sharing guidance in an increasingly regulated environment. This expansion strengthens the firm’s ability to guide clients through a wider range of interoperability challenges where regulatory obligations around data access, APIs, and system design intersect with commercial contracts and competitive conflicts. The enhanced practice merges regulatory depth with litigation strength to provide a full range of counsel, from early dispute strategy to formal proceedings when necessary. Partner Mel Soliz leads the effort, bringing deep experience with federal and state information blocking and interoperability mandates, HIN/HIE frameworks, and health IT infrastructure. She works alongside partner Gabriel Aragon, whose practice focuses on high-stakes commercial litigation, and partner Andrew Fox, who brings valuable experience in unfair...

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Jan 08 2026

Chelsea Sage Gaberdiel Breaks Down Proposed HHS Rules Limiting Gender-Affirming Care Among Minors & Gender Dysphoria Disability Protections

Naomi Jorgensen

On Dec. 18, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services proposed sweeping changes that would restrict access to certain gender-related medical care for minors and narrow federal nondiscrimination protections tied to gender dysphoria. In the latest Coppersmith Brief, “Proposed Rules Restricting ‘Sex-Rejecting Procedures’ for Minors and Removing Gender Dysphoria from Disability Nondiscrimination Protections," Chelsea Sage Gaberdiel analyzed the court’s reasoning and what this means for providers, states, and Medicare and Medicaid recipients moving forward, while flagging open legal questions and upcoming public comment deadlines that may influence final rules. Chelsea Sage Gaberdiel draws on extensive civil litigation experience to help educational and corporate institutions navigate sensitive disputes, core operational issues, and compliance demands. She advises academic and business leaders on employment matters, constitutional questions, anti-discrimination...

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Jan 06 2026

Kristen Rosati, Jill Chasson, Keith Beauchamp & Melissa Soliz Recognized in 2026 AzBusiness Leaders

Naomi Jorgensen

Excellence across disciplines continues to define Coppersmith Brockelman’s legal bench, with Kristen Rosati, Jill Chasson, Keith Beauchamp, and Mel Soliz recognized in the 2026 edition of AzBusiness Leaders, AZ Big Media’s annual publication highlighting Arizona’s most influential business leaders. Recognized among the “Emerging Leaders” list, this marks Mel’s first time in AzBusiness Leaders, noted for her growing impact in health data privacy and interoperability. Kristen and Jill were both named “Leaders to Watch,” a designation selected by the AzBusiness Leaders editorial board to highlight the leaders expected to shape Arizona’s economy in the year ahead. This is the eighth year Kristen has been recognized for her work at the forefront of health care law, including data privacy and data sharing for research and clinical integration. In her...

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Dec 23 2025

Jill Chasson Unpacks Ninth Circuit’s Latest NLRA Ruling on Employee Wage Discussions in HR Laws

Naomi Jorgensen

A new opinion from the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reinforced a longstanding, and often misunderstood, truth about workplace rights: Employees can talk with each other about pay. In a recent article for HR Laws, Partner Jill Chasson broke down what the decision means for employers navigating discipline, communication policy, and National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) compliance. In the article, Jill examined a recent wrongful-termination dispute in Phoenix that prompted the court to directly affirm that pay-related conversations qualify as protected concerted activity, for both union and non-union workers, under Section 7 of the NLRA. She highlighted how the ruling strengthens the existing wage transparency position and clarified the risks employers face when disciplinary decisions overlap with discussions about compensation or working conditions. Additionally, Jill offered...

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Dec 22 2025

Coppersmith Brockelman Ranks Among Phoenix Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for Fourth Consecutive Year

Naomi Jorgensen

Coppersmith Brockelman has once again been recognized as one of the Valley’s top workplaces, securing the No. 2 ranking in the micro category (10-24 employees) on Phoenix Business Journal’s Best Places to Work list. This honor marks the firm’s fourth consecutive year on the list and its third year ranking within the top three. The 23rd annual Best Places to Work program highlights organizations that excel in fostering strong workplace cultures. Rankings are based on employee surveys, with more than 200 businesses, nonprofits, and organizations evaluated based on company dynamics, team engagement, trust in leadership, and more. “This recognition is very meaningful to the firm,” said Kristen Rosati, Governance Committee Chair. “We focus on community and creating a culture rooted in collaboration within the firm and with...

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4 Coppersmith Brockelman Attorneys Honored on AzBusiness’ 2026 Top 100 Lawyers List

Chelsea Sage Gaberdiel Breaks Down Proposed HHS Rules Limiting Gender-Affirming Care Among Minors & Gender Dysphoria Disability Protections

Kristen Rosati, Jill Chasson, Keith Beauchamp & Melissa Soliz Recognized in 2026 AzBusiness Leaders

Jill Chasson Unpacks Ninth Circuit’s Latest NLRA Ruling on Employee Wage Discussions in HR Laws

Coppersmith Brockelman Ranks Among Phoenix Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for Fourth Consecutive Year

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