Two Commercial Litigation Attorneys Promoted to Partner

Coppersmith Brockelman is proud to announce the promotion of Marvin Ruth and Shelley Tolman to partner. Both attorneys focus on commercial litigation, reinforcing the firm’s considerable experience and depth in that practice area. "Marvin and Shelley are outstanding young lawyers,” said Coppersmith Brockelman Managing Partner Kent Brockelman. “They are great examples of our commitment to building a law firm that is top tier in its professional excellence, diversity, and inclusiveness. We are so lucky to have them.” Recognized as “Rising Stars” by Southwest Super Lawyers, a peer-nominated rating for attorneys, Marvin and Shelley are both experienced litigators. Marvin has substantial experience representing clients in complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts in Arizona and Nevada. His practice primarily focuses on business disputes and litigation, including partnership disputes, real...

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Phoenix Business Journal Names Kristen Rosati Among 2017 “Outstanding Women in Business”

Kristen Rosati, a partner in the firm’s health care group, was recently honored by the Phoenix Business Journal as one of the Valley’s 2017 Outstanding Women in Business. The annual recognition honors local women who are trailblazing the Valley’s business community as mentors and visionaries. Kristen and the other honorees will be publicly recognized at an event on April 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Montelucia Resort & Spa in Scottsdale. Tickets can be purchased here. Kristen is widely considered one of the nation’s leading HIPAA attorneys. She also has deep expertise with large data breaches, health information exchange, data sharing for research and clinical integration initiatives, electronic health record roll-outs, clinical research compliance and contracting, biobanking, and all things “Big Data.” Kristen is a...

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Phoenix Business Journal Recognizes Coppersmith Brockelman as 2017 Top Law Firm

The Phoenix Business Journal ranked Coppersmith Brockelman as one of the top 50 law firms in the Phoenix area. Published on January 27, this annual ranking is part of the Business Journal’s weekly listing of top companies in various industries and its annual Book of Lists that details the top companies in Phoenix. Firms were ranked by the number of local attorneys, and Coppersmith Brockelman claimed the No. 39 spot. The firm has received numerous accolades for its expertise and high level of service from the Business Journal and other publications including The Chambers USA Guide, America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America.  ...

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Two Attorneys Recognized Among 2017 Az Business Leaders

Az Business Leaders, an annual publication showcasing local leaders making a positive impact in their industries and the larger business community, recognized Coppersmith Brockelman’s John DeWulf and Kristen Rosati in the 2017 edition. Each attorney has been recognized since the publication was founded by AZ Big Media in 2015. John was recognized in the Business & Commercial Litigation category (page 144), and Kristen was recognized in Healthcare Law (page 154). Each was honored among a small, elite group of professionals who are considered the innovators and high achievers in their respective fields. Visit Az Business Leaders to read more....

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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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Jim Belanger Receives Rare Recognition from The Best Lawyers in America©

Coppersmith Brockelman’s Jim Belanger is a true renaissance attorney. He was recognized by The Best Lawyers in America© as a 2017 “Best Lawyer®” in six practice area categories, an honor only a handful of attorneys in Arizona hold. In fact, being recognized in more than three categories is an extraordinary accomplishment given the Valley’s competitive legal industry. Specifically, he earned recognition in the areas of commercial litigation; criminal defense: white-collar; criminal defense: general practice; ethics and professional responsibility law; litigation: regulatory enforcement (SEC, telecom, energy); and qui tam law. To add to the accolades, The Best Lawyers in America has also named him as “Lawyer of the Year®” in criminal defense, in the general practice subset. The group designates only one attorney per legal practice area...

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