Naomi Jorgensen, Author at Coppersmith Brockelman PLC

Feb 25 2016

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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Feb 12 2016

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

Naomi Jorgensen

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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Jan 29 2016

Phoenix Business Journal Recognizes Coppersmith Brockelman as Top Law Firm

Naomi Jorgensen

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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Jan 18 2016

Roopali Desai Appointed to Committee on Civil Justice Reform

Naomi Jorgensen

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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Jan 14 2016

Jill Chasson Educates Arizona Republic Readers About Employers That Hold Final Paychecks

Naomi Jorgensen

January 14, 2016 – Collecting your final paycheck after quitting or losing a job can be touchy, but how long is too long to wait for payment? Jill Chasson lent her expertise in employment law to the Arizona Republic and sister publication Arizona Business Gazette for a story that delved deeper into this topic. She explained why an employer might choose to withhold a paycheck, the laws that are in place to protect both companies and employees, and steps people can take to ensure fair payment from a former employer. Read more at azcentral.com....

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Dec 17 2015

Coppersmith Brockelman Attorney Presents Two-Day “Ultimate Guide to Tax Exempt Organizations” Webinar

Naomi Jorgensen

December 17, 2015 - Using his expertise in business and transactional issues for nonprofits, Sam Coppersmith presented several topics at Ultimate Guide to Tax Exempt Organizations, a two-day webinar sponsored by National Business Institute. The NBI webinar is designed to tackle up-to-the-minute information on the most significant issues affecting clients across both the legal and financial spectrums. Coppersmith was one of four faculty members for the webinar, which included Michelle Huhnke of Sugar Felsenthal Grais & Hammer, LLP of Chicago; Jennifer L. Urban, of Urban Birken PLLC in St. Louis Park, MN, and Daniel S. Welytok of von Briesen & Roper, s.c., in Milwaukee. Coppersmith previously presented two other NBI webinars on exempt organization topics with Huhnke and Urban, and NBI brought the group back together...

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

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

Phoenix Business Journal Recognizes Coppersmith Brockelman as Top Law Firm

Roopali Desai Appointed to Committee on Civil Justice Reform

Jill Chasson Educates Arizona Republic Readers About Employers That Hold Final Paychecks

Coppersmith Brockelman Attorney Presents Two-Day “Ultimate Guide to Tax Exempt Organizations” Webinar

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