In a watershed opinion, attorney Marki Stewart obtained a favorable OIG Advisory Opinion for Phoenix Neurological Institute relating to physician compensation. The Advisory Opinion stands as a pivotal juncture outlining how employers may compensate their employed physicians without running afoul of the Anti-Kickback Statute. The OIG Advisory Opinion outlines two key points: Employers may provide a bonus to employed physicians that is based on the volume or value of business the physician generates for the employer; and Employers may include revenue received from multiple service lines, including ambulatory surgery center facility fees, in their employed physicians’ compensation. “This Advisory Opinion will serve as a catalyst for the adoption of fair, transparent, and legally sound physician compensation practices, thereby benefiting both healthcare providers and the patients they serve,” said...

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Attorney Austin Yost

Austin Yost has been selected as a Rising Star in Arizona Capitol Times’ Rising Stars and Timeless Icons of 2023. Formerly the Cap Under 40, the Rising Stars recognizes individuals with the sharpest minds and the tenacity to tackle the most challenging issues. Austin was a natural choice given his career achievements and unwavering dedication to making a difference in the field of law. “When we hired Austin earlier this year, we knew we had brought on an excellent attorney who would help our firm and the community,” said Jill Chasson, chair of the firm’s governance committee. “His recognition as a Rising Star is both well-deserved and unsurprising, and we’re eager to see what Austin does next.” Throughout his career, Austin has exhibited a passion for political...

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Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report honored Coppersmith Brockelman in its 2024 edition of Best Law Firms, ranking them nationally in four practice areas and locally in 17 practice areas.  Attaining multiple Best Law Firms rankings affirms the value of Coppersmith Brockelman’s approach to lawyering: think creatively, find practical solutions, build community and provide excellent services. Recognized firms are known for professional excellence and consistent impressive ratings from clients and peers who provide feedback on a variety of factors including cost effectiveness, responsiveness, and expertise.  “Being acknowledged by Best Law Firms in 17 categories is a testament to Coppersmith Brockelman's ongoing commitment to offering exceptional legal counsel and achieving impressive outcomes for our clients,” said Jill Chasson, chair of the firm’s governance committee. “It's gratifying...

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Kristen Rosati

As a national expert on data sharing, Kristen Rosati was called to moderate a high-profile panel of experts during a session of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine’s workshop on Optimizing Public-Private Partnerships for Clinical Cancer Research. As a member of the planning committee, Kristen, along with Otis Brawley of Johns Hopkins University, facilitated the panel on Enhancing Data Sharing for Public-Private Partnerships for Clinical Cancer Research. The session provided insights on the roles various groups play in the process, including from government, research institutions, patients, sponsors, funders, and publications.  Panelists included members from NIH, Harvard University, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Invitae/Ciitizen, Eli Lilly, Cancer Research UK/Cancer Research Horizons, the Journal of the American Medical Association, and the New England Journal of Medicine. Kristen also...

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Attorney Jill Chasson

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. In recognition of this important topic, the State Bar of Arizona hosted a continuing education program for its members to take a deeper look at domestic violence law across multiple practice areas in Arizona. As one of the panelists for the program, Coppersmith Brockelman’s Jill Chasson shared her expertise with respect to ways in which domestic violence can raise legal issues in the workplace.  Jill’s presentation helped educate seminar attendees on injunctions against workplace harassment, employers’ obligations to provide a safe workplace, state and federal laws that can provide leave rights to domestic violence victims, and the impact that domestic violence can have on eligibility for unemployment benefits. Other panelists reviewed rules and procedures regarding protective order hearings and firearms...

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Marki Stewart’s longtime commitment to helping unaccompanied immigrant children find safety and security in the U.S. earned her recognition as the Florence Projects’ Children’s Program Pro Bono Attorney of the Year.  Formally the Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project, the Florence Project provides free legal services, social services, and advocacy to immigrants facing detention and potential deportation. Volunteering with the organization has been Marki’s personal passion project for 15 years. Specifically, she lends her time and talent to providing pro bono representation, guidance, and support to children under threat of deportation. Her work has made a lifechanging impact that empowers vulnerable individuals as they navigate challenging circumstances with hope and resilience.  Pro Bono Managing Attorney for the Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project’s Children's Program Lizmarie Mena-Feliciano...

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