Naomi Jorgensen, Author at Coppersmith Brockelman PLC

Nov 10 2023

Attorney Austin Yost Honored as one of Arizona Capitol Times Rising Stars of 2023

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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Nov 02 2023

Coppersmith Brockelman Ranked Among 2024 Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report

Naomi Jorgensen

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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Oct 20 2023

Jill Chasson Presents at Arizona State Bar Webinar on Domestic Violence Law & Issues

Naomi Jorgensen

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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Oct 18 2023

Marki Stewart Honored by the Florence Project as the Top Pro Bono Attorney for the Children’s Program

Naomi Jorgensen

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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Oct 04 2023

Jill Chasson Pens Article Outlining Sanctions & Consequences for Suing Former Employees Without Proper Evidence

Naomi Jorgensen

When key managerial employees leave a business and additional staff members follow, many employers suspect the departed leadership improperly solicited the others and take hasty legal action — which often backfires. Attorney Jill Chasson authored an article for HR Laws and Arizona Employment Law Letter detailing how groundless employer claims can lead to a host of bad-faith sanctions. She highlighted Powers Steel & Wire Products (PSW) v. William Powers, a case that was before the Arizona Court of Appeals, which is likely to have a six-figure impact on the employer’s bottom line as a result of such sanctions. Jill emphasized that when pursuing litigation, an employer must be able to produce evidence of improper conduct and damages from that conduct. Failure to do so can lead...

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Karen Owens Reappointed to Arizona Society of Healthcare Attorneys Board of Directors

Oct 02 2023

Karen Owens Weighs in on Transgender Patient Care, Governing Regulations, and Health Care Data at the Collaborative Compliance Conference

Naomi Jorgensen

The federal government, state legislatures, and health care organizations are all closely focused on the scope of required and permitted health care for transgender patients. Health Care Law partner Karen Owens explored the rules around transgender patient care and how organizations can be more welcoming for transgender individuals at AAPC and the American Health Lawyers Association’s 2023 Collaborative Compliance Conference. Presenting with Trent Stechshulte, VP and general counsel of I Am Boundless, Inc., Karen reviewed Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, the first federal antidiscrimination law directly addressing health care, and the series of regulatory efforts and court decisions since 2016 interpreting Section 1557. Karen also examined pending state legislation, some increasing protections for transgender patients, and others limiting access to medically necessary health...

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Attorney Austin Yost Honored as one of Arizona Capitol Times Rising Stars of 2023

Coppersmith Brockelman Ranked Among 2024 Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report

Jill Chasson Presents at Arizona State Bar Webinar on Domestic Violence Law & Issues

Marki Stewart Honored by the Florence Project as the Top Pro Bono Attorney for the Children’s Program

Jill Chasson Pens Article Outlining Sanctions & Consequences for Suing Former Employees Without Proper Evidence

Karen Owens Weighs in on Transgender Patient Care, Governing Regulations, and Health Care Data at the Collaborative Compliance Conference

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