Roopali Desai Shares Election Law Expertise with Cronkite News, Weighs in on Polling Station Delays

March 23, 2016 – While Arizona’s presidential preference election may be over, the debate around the challenges faced by voters waiting to cast their ballot continues. Cronkite News Service recently tapped Coppersmith Brockelman’s Roopali Desai to weigh in on the controversy that includes the reduction of polling places in Maricopa County, with 60 percent of the state’s voting populace, from 200 locations to only 60. Desai, who is a leading election lawyer in Arizona, shared her thoughts about the challenges voters faced and the investigation that several advocacy groups, such as One Arizona, are spearheading specific to the changes to polling places. Desai noted that someone may take legal action if findings deem them necessary. [Note: Clinton Campaign and the Arizona Democratic Party announced that they are...

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Az Business Magazine Recognizes Two Coppersmith Brockelman Lawyers Among the State’s Top 100

March 15, 2016 – Annually, Az Business Magazine ranks the state’s top 100 lawyers according to professional success, impact on his or her law firm, impact on the community and impact on the legal profession. This year, John DeWulf and Kristen Rosati each earned the recognition from a pool of more than 1,000 lawyers. John has extensive experience in complex commercial litigation, including handling numerous trials, hearings and other matters before state and federal courts in the areas of contracts, business torts, trade secrets, real estate, securities, intellectual property, partnership and products. He has represented large multi-national clients, as well as regional and local businesses and individuals in a variety of business disputes. Kristen is considered one of the nation’s leading HIPAA compliance attorneys. She also has...

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Phoenix Media Outlets Turn to Andy Gordon to Explain Implications, Viewpoints of Guantanamo Bay Closing

February 25, 2016 – When President Obama announced his plan to close Guantanamo Bay, media across greater Phoenix turned to Andy Gordon to comment on the issue – and it’s no surprise: Andy is among the state’s foremost experts on the subject. In 2009, he worked for Homeland Security under Janet Napolitano and was part of the original Presidential Commission for closing and reviewing all detainees. Now, he lends his expertise as an instructor for Arizona State University in National Security Law and Foreign Relations Law courses. He shared his deep knowledge of the topic with reporters from the Phoenix Business Journal, 12 News, KTAR and KFYI. He also expressed his viewpoint – and why he fully supports the closure of Guantanamo Bay – in a contributed piece...

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Roopali Desai Provides Phoenix Business Journal with Insights Regarding Municipal Actions Impacting Businesses

February 12, 2016 – Roopali Desai, a partner in the firm’s litigation group, recently shared her expertise with the Phoenix Business Journal regarding government process and actions that may occur at the request of private businesses and that, in any event, effect the private business sector. In this article about the suspension of city executives, Roopali explains why it’s important for private companies to track the government agency’s process and review all submissions and actions to ensure compliance with all laws and policies. Roopali focuses her practice in the areas of civil litigation, political law, and civil appeals. Her civil litigation practice involves representing clients at all stages of litigation in state and federal court, in front of administrative agencies, and in arbitration proceedings. She has substantial...

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Phoenix Business Journal Recognizes Coppersmith Brockelman as Top Law Firm

January 29, 2015 – The Phoenix Business Journal ranked Coppersmith Brockelman as one of the top 50 law firms in the Phoenix area. Published January 29, this compilation is part of the Business Journal’s weekly list of top companies in a variety of industries. Ranked by number of local attorneys, Coppersmith Brockelman claimed the No. 37 spot. The firm has received numerous other accolades for its expertise and high level of service from The Chambers USA Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America. ...

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Roopali Desai Appointed to Committee on Civil Justice Reform

January 18, 2016 – Roopali Desai was recently appointed to the Committee on Civil Justice Reform, which aims to reduce the cost and time required to resolve civil cases in Arizona’s superior courts. Arizona Chief Justice Scott Bales appointed Roopali to this prominent committee because of her reputation and credibility within the local political sphere as well as her comprehensive experience within the court system, including appellate work. She joins two dozen other high-profile judges, attorneys and business leaders who are actively committed to civil justice reform, ensuring disputes can be resolved fairly and efficiently without unnecessary delays. Roopali is a partner in the firm’s litigation group, focusing her practice in the areas of civil litigation, political law, and civil appeals. Her civil litigation practice involves representing clients...

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