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Feb 25 2016

Phoenix Media Outlets Turn to Andy Gordon to Explain Implications, Viewpoints of Guantanamo Bay Closing

February 25, 2016 – When President Obama announced his plan to close Guantanamo Bay, media across greater Phoenix turned to Andy Gordon to comment on the issue – and it’s no surprise: Andy is among the state’s foremost experts on the subject. In 2009, he worked for Homeland Security under Janet Napolitano and was part of the original Presidential Commission for closing and reviewing all detainees. Now, he lends his expertise as an instructor for Arizona State University in National Security Law and Foreign Relations Law courses. He shared his deep knowledge of the topic with reporters from the Phoenix Business Journal, 12 News, KTAR and KFYI. He also expressed his viewpoint – and why he fully supports the closure of Guantanamo Bay – in a contributed piece...

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Feb 12 2016

Roopali Desai Provides Phoenix Business Journal with Insights Regarding Municipal Actions Impacting Businesses

Naomi Jorgensen

February 12, 2016 – Roopali Desai, a partner in the firm’s litigation group, recently shared her expertise with the Phoenix Business Journal regarding government process and actions that may occur at the request of private businesses and that, in any event, effect the private business sector. In this article about the suspension of city executives, Roopali explains why it’s important for private companies to track the government agency’s process and review all submissions and actions to ensure compliance with all laws and policies. Roopali focuses her practice in the areas of civil litigation, political law, and civil appeals. Her civil litigation practice involves representing clients at all stages of litigation in state and federal court, in front of administrative agencies, and in arbitration proceedings. She has substantial...

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Jan 18 2016

Roopali Desai Appointed to Committee on Civil Justice Reform

Naomi Jorgensen

January 18, 2016 – Roopali Desai was recently appointed to the Committee on Civil Justice Reform, which aims to reduce the cost and time required to resolve civil cases in Arizona’s superior courts. Arizona Chief Justice Scott Bales appointed Roopali to this prominent committee because of her reputation and credibility within the local political sphere as well as her comprehensive experience within the court system, including appellate work. She joins two dozen other high-profile judges, attorneys and business leaders who are actively committed to civil justice reform, ensuring disputes can be resolved fairly and efficiently without unnecessary delays. Roopali is a partner in the firm’s litigation group, focusing her practice in the areas of civil litigation, political law, and civil appeals. Her civil litigation practice involves representing clients...

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Jan 14 2016

Jill Chasson Educates Arizona Republic Readers About Employers That Hold Final Paychecks

Naomi Jorgensen

January 14, 2016 – Collecting your final paycheck after quitting or losing a job can be touchy, but how long is too long to wait for payment? Jill Chasson lent her expertise in employment law to the Arizona Republic and sister publication Arizona Business Gazette for a story that delved deeper into this topic. She explained why an employer might choose to withhold a paycheck, the laws that are in place to protect both companies and employees, and steps people can take to ensure fair payment from a former employer. Read more at azcentral.com....

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Oct 26 2015

Attorneys Unite, Help Women of Fresh Start

Naomi Jorgensen

October 26, 2015 - Coppersmith Brockelman’s John Kelly teamed up with more than a dozen attorneys to provide local women in need with free access to legal counsel. Held Oct. 24 through the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation, the “Law Day for Women” provided assistance with family law, bankruptcy, criminal, employment, immigration, juvenile, landlord/tenant, and will and trust matters. The “Law Day for Women” has offered critical guidance to women for nearly four years. John helped initiate the semi-annual event in 2012. He approached Fresh Start with the concept and recruited 10 attorneys, including Coppersmith Brockelman’s Jim Belanger, to spend a Saturday providing advice and consultation. Since then, hundreds of women have been impacted. Fresh Start is a Phoenix-based social services organization dedicated to empowering women to transform their...

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Oct 15 2015

Jill Chasson Educates Arizona Republic Readers About “Working Off the Clock”

Naomi Jorgensen

October 15, 2015 – With smart phones, tablets and on-demand everything, the 9-to-5 work day is a thing of the past. In fact, many people struggle to balance their personal lives and around-the-clock job demands, and even feel penalized when they try to “clock out” at the end of the day. Jill Chasson tackles this issue in a story by the Arizona Republic, addressing questions about whether a company can fire an employee for not working “off the clock.” In addition to sharing details about the legal rights of companies and reasonable expectations for employees who are exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, she shares valid reasons for terminating an employee – whether working off the clock or not....

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Phoenix Media Outlets Turn to Andy Gordon to Explain Implications, Viewpoints of Guantanamo Bay Closing

Roopali Desai Provides Phoenix Business Journal with Insights Regarding Municipal Actions Impacting Businesses

Roopali Desai Appointed to Committee on Civil Justice Reform

Jill Chasson Educates Arizona Republic Readers About Employers That Hold Final Paychecks

Attorneys Unite, Help Women of Fresh Start

Jill Chasson Educates Arizona Republic Readers About “Working Off the Clock”

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