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Jun 17 2019

Andy Gaona Elected President of Board of Directors of Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest

Andy Gaona, an accomplished election lawyer and commercial litigator, was recently elected President of the Board of Directors of the Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest. He will serve a two-year term at the helm, helping to guide the nonprofit law firm in fulfilling its mission of ensuring government accountability and protecting the rights of underserved Arizonans. Founded in 1974, the Center represents individuals and groups in matters involving clean air and water, education and school finance, open government, and healthcare for vulnerable populations, among other critical issues. Staff attorneys litigate and advocate before administrative agencies and the courts at no charge to their clients. The Board of Directors approves litigation and assists with strategic planning and fundraising. Andy has served on the board since 2014. “The Center fills a critical gap in Arizona’s...

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Dec 04 2018

Roopali Desai Appointed to Arizona Secretary of State’s Transition Team

Naomi Jorgensen

With extensive experience in election and political law, Coppersmith Brockelman Partner Roopali Desai will join fellow Arizona leaders as a member of Secretary of State-elect Katie Hobbs’ transition team. Roopali has been a longtime advisor to many elections officials throughout Arizona, and is honored to have the opportunity to provide her counsel and perspective to Arizona’s Chief Election Officer regarding her transition. The transition team is made up of attorneys, members of city and county governments across the state, and other community leaders. Roopali advises clients on all aspects of political and election law including campaign strategy, campaign finance compliance, disclosure and reporting requirements, and bringing and defending election challenges. She is especially known for her experience representing initiative, referendum, and recall campaigns, and has served as...

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Kristen Rosati on Planning Committee for National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine Workshop on Data Sharing

Oct 05 2018

Kristen Rosati to Help Guide Innovation in Health Care as Member of the Health Futures Council at Arizona State University

Naomi Jorgensen

Nationally-recognized health care attorney Kristen Rosati has been invited to join Arizona State University’s (ASU) Health Futures Council, a group convened to guide and support the university's health-related research, education and clinical programs. Kristen joins fellow leaders from various corners of the health care industry, including representatives from prestigious health systems, health insurance companies, education, research institutes, and digital health companies. This unique and specialized body of leaders provides strategic input into ASU’s health-related activities, working to encourage further research, collaboration, and partnerships. ASU has been continually ranked No. 1 in the nation for innovation by U.S. News & World Report, and the Health Futures Council helps keep that innovation in motion. Kristen is considered one of the nation’s leading HIPAA compliance attorneys. An expert in “Big Data,”...

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May 07 2018

Karen Owens Elected to Jewish Family and Children’s Service Governance Board

Naomi Jorgensen

With a deep commitment to the community and passionate about health care issues, Karen Owens has been elected to the governance board for Jewish Family and Children’s Service (JFCS). Founded in Phoenix in 1935, JFCS provides behavioral health and social services to people of all ages in accordance with a Jewish value system. Based on her extensive experience in health care law, Karen understands the important role that JFCS’ social services play in the community. She will serve a three-year term on the board and hopes to help the organization continue to grow and assist children and adults in need. Learn more about the organization here....

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Jul 06 2017

John DeWulf Tapped for McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Board of Directors

Naomi Jorgensen

Coppersmith Brockelman’s John DeWulf recently joined the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy’s Board of Directors. The McDowell Sonoran Conservancy works to protect Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve – one of the largest urban preserves in America – and provide information and education to visitors. The preserve spans 30,500 acres, is home to more than 180 miles of trails, and relies on the support of some 650 volunteers. John has been active with numerous charitable and professional organizations during the past three decades, including Social Venture Partners Arizona, Canyon State Academy, Youth Partners Foundation and the Arizona State Bar. He is a member of Valley Leadership Class X. John has extensive experience in complex commercial litigation, including handling numerous trials, hearings and other matters before state and federal courts in the areas...

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Nov 08 2016

Karen Owens Reappointed to Arizona Association of Health Care Lawyers Board of Directors

Naomi Jorgensen

Karen Owens was recently reappointed by the Arizona Association of Health Care Lawyers to its Board of Directors for a three-year term. A member of Coppersmith Brockelman’s nationally recognized health care practice, Karen regularly represents health care systems, hospitals, clinics, and other institutions in matters of quality management, medical staff credentialing and peer review, hospital and medical staff structures, bylaws, confidentiality, government reporting, Medicare participation and state licensure, and other clinical-related issues. Jerry Gaffaney, current president of the Arizona Association of Health Care Lawyers, announced that Karen and three other board members were all re-elected. The AAHCL provides a collegial forum for interaction and information exchange to enable its members to serve health care clients more effectively, while producing high quality educational programs. Karen has served on the...

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Andy Gaona Elected President of Board of Directors of Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest

Roopali Desai Appointed to Arizona Secretary of State’s Transition Team

Kristen Rosati to Help Guide Innovation in Health Care as Member of the Health Futures Council at Arizona State University

Karen Owens Elected to Jewish Family and Children’s Service Governance Board

John DeWulf Tapped for McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Board of Directors

Karen Owens Reappointed to Arizona Association of Health Care Lawyers Board of Directors

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