Roopali represents four initiative campaigns who filed a Petition for Special Action with the Arizona Supreme Court to seek an order permitting them to use the E-Qual system to obtain online signatures

Roopali Desai Discusses Faithless Electors with KTVK-TV

In a sit-down interview with KTVK-TV in Phoenix (Ch. 3), attorney Roopali Desai recently broke down the legalities and repercussions of “faithless electors” who vote for presidential candidates that didn’t win the popular vote in their states. She explained to viewers just how common these electors are, the consequences such electors face and whether they could really change the outcome of an election. azfamily.com 3TV | Phoenix Breaking News, Weather, Sport...

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Andy Gordon’s Commentary for Arizona Capitol Times Highlights Destructive Political Pandering

As one of the state’s foremost political and election law experts, Andy Gordon shares his thoughts on recent controversies following the presidential election with Arizona Capitol Times. In Sore Losers, Sore Winners Demean Democratic Process, he discusses Jill Stein’s recount demand, Donald Trump’s illegal voting claims, and the implications such actions have on the political landscape....

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Kathy Steadman Breaks Down Self-Insurance for Az Business Magazine

In the latest issue of Az Business, Kathy Steadman shares her expertise on a growing trend among small and midsized businesses – the move to self-insure healthcare amid rising costs with traditional insurance. Kathy, who leads the firm’s employee benefits practice group, explains how self-insurance works as well as the role stop-loss insurance can play. Read the full article here. Kathy primarily practices in the areas of employee benefits, public pension, insurance and other regulatory matters. She routinely represents and counsels clients in their dealings with Arizona regulatory agencies, including the Arizona Department of Insurance and the Arizona Department of Health Services. She counsels clients in connection with compliance matters under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act...

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Andy Gordon Offers Election Law Expertise to Politico; Explains Why Arizona is Presidential Swing State

One of the state’s leading political and election law attorneys, Andy Gordon, was recently interviewed by Politico for a story related to Michelle Obama’s campaigning in Arizona. Andy offered insights into why traditionally Republican Arizona has become a swing state in the presidential election, as well as factors that could tip the scales in future elections as well. Read the full article....

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Roopali represents four initiative campaigns who filed a Petition for Special Action with the Arizona Supreme Court to seek an order permitting them to use the E-Qual system to obtain online signatures

Phoenix Business Journal Honors Roopali Desai Among 40 under 40 Class of 2016

One of Coppersmith Brockelman’s rising stars, Roopali Desai, was honored by the Phoenix Business Journal as one of the city’s top 40 Under 40 at a special ceremony and reception. 40 Under 40 recognizes 40 up-and-coming business leaders under the age of 40 who have a major impact in the Valley's business and charitable communities. The Phoenix Business Journal has featured the Class of 2016 in a special publication celebrating the accomplishments of all 40 members of this prestigious group. Roopali, a partner at the firm who has carved a niche among the state’s top election and government law attorneys, was recognized for her deep-seated dedication to social service and commitment to civil justice, specifically for the extensive work she has tackled to help disadvantaged youth, women...

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Kent Brockelman Talks Office Politics with Az Business Magazine

As a contentious election nears, political debates in the workplace are undoubtedly increasing – and they could be troublesome for employers. Kent Brockelman shed light on this issue from a legal standpoint, educating Az Business magazine readers about the potential fallout that could lead to legal claims. He also offers supervisors advice on tempering situations that could become volatile. Read the full article....

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