Mel Soliz Recognized on 2025 Women Achievers of Arizona List for Health Law Excellence

Partner Mel Soliz recently claimed a spot on Arizona Capitol Times’ annual Women Achievers of Arizona list, which celebrates the bold, brilliant, and trailblazing women shaping our state’s future in critical fields like health care, law, public service, education, and more. Mel was one of four acclaimed professionals honored in the Legal category. A nationally regarded attorney in health data privacy and interoperability, Mel advises health care organizations and technology companies on navigating complex federal and state regulations governing patient information and secure data sharing. She has been active in state and federal policymaking on these issues and is frequently called upon to speak about them in local and national forums. Mel also serves as the President of the Arizona Society of Healthcare Attorneys. Further underscoring her...

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Andy Gaona Earns Repeat Recognition on PHOENIX Magazine’s 2025 Top Lawyers List

Recognized for his expertise in Government & Administrative Law for the second straight year, Partner Andy Gaona claimed a spot on the fourth-annual Top Lawyers list, presented by PHOENIX Magazine. The print publication compiles the list through an extensive peer-review process, in which more than 16,000 active Arizona attorneys nominate the local lawyers they consider the best in 38 distinct practice areas. PHOENIX editors then select the top 10% to 20% in each category, ensuring honorees truly reflect the esteem of their colleagues. With extensive experience in political, election, public, and constitutional law, Andy's expertise and impact have earned him notable accolades from several other outlets. Most recently, he was named Arizona Capitol Times' Best Capitol/Political Lawyer for 2025. He’s also been recognized in Southwest Super Lawyers,...

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Kristen Rosati Awarded American Health Law Association’s Top Honor for Exceptional Leadership in Health Law

The American Health Law Association (AHLA) recently awarded Partner and former AHLA president Kristen Rosati with its highest annual distinction — the David J. Greenburg Founders Award. The award recognizes individuals who exemplify the values of AHLA’s founder: A deep commitment to health law, sustained service to the association, and exceptional qualities of leadership. “I have been involved in AHLA for more than 25 years, and it’s been a great professional joy every step of the way,” Kristen said. “AHLA is a fantastic organization that fosters collegiality and excellence in the health law profession. It’s full of people who care deeply about the association and each other, and I’m extremely honored to have received this recognition.” Kristen has been a driving force within AHLA as a Fellow,...

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Arizona Capitol Times Recognizes Andy Gaona for Statewide Impact on Political Law Landscape

Partner Andy Gaona has been honored for his outstanding work in election and political law, earning the title of Best Capitol/Political Lawyer at the 2025 Best of the Capitol Awards. Presented by Arizona Capitol Times, the annual event celebrates standout individuals and organizations shaping the local legislative environment. A trusted legal strategist in some of the state’s most high-profile cases, Andy recently spent two years working with major abortion rights groups to enshrine abortion protections into the Arizona Constitution through the Arizona Abortion Access Act. This effort drew widespread attention following the Arizona Supreme Court’s opinion in Planned Parenthood v. Mayes, where Andy represented Planned Parenthood and presented oral arguments on its behalf. In addition to his litigation practice, Andy serves as Governor Katie Hobbs’ go-to outside...

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Chambers USA Recognizes Coppersmith Brockelman in 2025 Legal Rankings

Chambers USA, the world’s leading legal data and analytics provider, has recognized 10 of our 21 lawyers in its 2025 legal guide. The firm also achieved a new national distinction in Privacy & Data Security: Healthcare, underscoring the team’s extensive expertise in this complex and rapidly developing sector of law. Among the individual honors is a first-time Arizona ranking for Andy Gaona in appellate litigation. Coppersmith Brockelman also earned repeat recognition in Arizona for three key practice areas: Labor & Employment, Litigation: General Commercial, and Healthcare. 2025 Chambers USA nationally recognized attorneys: Kristen Rosati, Privacy & Data Security: Healthcare Mel Soliz, Privacy & Data Security: Healthcare Attorneys recognized for their expertise in Arizona: Keith Beauchamp, Litigation: General Commercial Kent Brockelman, Labor & Employment Jill Chasson, Labor & Employment ...

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Ranking Arizona Honors Coppersmith Brockelman in Two Competitive Legal Categories

Coppersmith Brockelman has once again garnered recognition for its legal excellence, earning two top 10 placements in Ranking Arizona’s 2025 edition. The firm secured the No. 2 spot among the state’s Top 10 Cannabis Law Firms and was named on the list of Arizona’s Top 10 Law Firms with 25 Attorneys or Fewer. The rankings reflect the team’s ability to deliver thoughtful, effective counsel across complex legal matters. Ranking Arizona is the state’s largest business opinion poll, with results determined by thousands of community votes. The lists spotlight organizations that demonstrate exceptional service, leadership, and impact in their respective industries. Coppersmith Brockelman is known for bringing clarity to complexity, blending sharp legal insight with real-world practicality. Whether working through regulatory shifts in cannabis law or advising on...

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