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Fennemore Craig featured in Arizona Republic historic business photos commemorating Arizona's centennial

Published Date: February 01, 2012


January

Sherry Downer warns employers of restrictive social media policies

Published Date: January 27, 2012

John Balitis explains legislation aimed at stopping online piracy

Published Date: January 17, 2012

John Balitis talks about employee whistleblower protections on KFYI radio

Published Date: January 10, 2012
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Ray Harris explains copyright legislation

Published Date: January 09, 2012

Patrick Irvine joins Fennemore Craig's Phoenix office

Published Date: January 05, 2012
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Patrick Irvine, a former Arizona Court of Appeals judge, has joined Fennemore Craig's Phoenix office.


Fennemore Craig names seven new partners

Published Date: January 05, 2012



December

James Goodnow explains party host liability

Published Date: December 31, 2011

Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured as Newsweek's Nationwide Top Attorneys

Published Date: December 26, 2011

Fennemore Craig attorneys give tips for keeping workplace parties out of social media

Published Date: December 14, 2011

Sean Hood joins Fennemore Craig's commercial litigation practice

Published Date: December 13, 2011

Attorneys give tips to avoid holiday party social media sideshows

Published Date: December 09, 2011

John Balitis explains the risks of email snooping

Published Date: December 07, 2011


November

Camilla Porter joins Fennemore Craig

Published Date: November 30, 2011
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Camilla Porter has joined Fennemore Craig as a litigation associate.


Attorneys Rackham and Holtzman say employers should use social media carefully when making employment decisions

Published Date: November 25, 2011

John Balitis explains veterans' employment and re-employment rights on KFYI Radio

Published Date: November 21, 2011
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Military veteran and Fennemore Craig lawyer Adam Reich tells his story of service, courage and luck

Published Date: November 17, 2011

Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured in Attorney At Law Magazine

Published Date: November 11, 2011

Don Miner chosen as "Industry Leader of the Year" in 2011-2012 AZRE People to Know in Commercial Real Estate

Published Date: November 11, 2011

Fennemore Craig associate and Purple Heart recipient Adam Reich reflects on Veteran's Day

Published Date: November 11, 2011

Ray Harris elected to three-year term on Arizona Technology Council board

Published Date: November 08, 2011

John Balitis talks about effects of workplace harassment in interview on KFYI

Published Date: November 05, 2011
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John Balitis explains employee exempt and nonexempt classification

Published Date: November 02, 2011

Fennemore Craig earns excellent ratings in the 2011-2012 U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” Rankings

Published Date: November 01, 2011


October

Sherry Downer outlines guidelines for disciplining employees for social media behavior

Published Date: October 28, 2011

Brad Shwer Elected President of American Liver Foundation Southwest Division Board of Directors

Published Date: October 28, 2011

Susan Chetlin explains "first to file" under recent America Invents Act

Published Date: October 18, 2011

John Balitis says employers can balance employee religious beliefs with company dress codes

Published Date: October 14, 2011
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Reprinted from Employment Alert West Vol. 28, No. 18, September 7, 2011 with permission from Thomson Reuters.


Rackham, Ryerson and Higuera say when it comes to hiring employers should use social media information with care

Published Date: October 10, 2011

Sharon Oscar advises horse owners to think before you lease

Published Date: October 07, 2011

Five Fennemore Craig attorneys named Best Lawyers' 2012 Lawyers of the Year

Published Date: October 04, 2011

John Mowbray helps to bring Las Vegas history to life

Published Date: October 02, 2011

Stacie Smith explains .xxx domain registration implications for businesses

Published Date: October 01, 2011


September

Rackham, Ryerson and Higuera say employers should be aware of NLRB social media guidelines

Published Date: September 16, 2011

Tom Shumard joins Fennemore Craig's Estate Planning and Probate practice

Published Date: September 15, 2011

Yvonne R. Hunter appointed to Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry board

Published Date: September 15, 2011

Adam Reich joins Fennemore Craig

Published Date: September 12, 2011

C. Webb Crockett joins East Valley Partnership board

Published Date: September 12, 2011

Fennemore Craig client Grande Sports Academy promotes soccer in the Southwest and beyond

Published Date: September 10, 2011

Fennemore Craig client Macayo's celebrates 65 years in business

Published Date: September 10, 2011

Fennemore Craig Leases Biltmore Area Office Building

Published Date: September 06, 2011

Fennemore Craig represents investors in Fontainebleau Las Vegas bankruptcy

Published Date: September 06, 2011

John Balitis says employers should be aware of NLRB poster requirement

Published Date: September 05, 2011

Fennemore Craig's legal legacy continues

Published Date: September 02, 2011


August

56 Fennemore Craig Arizona Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America® 2012

Published Date: August 31, 2011

Fennemore Craig lawyers in Las Vegas recognized by Best Lawyers in America

Published Date: August 31, 2011

Three Fennemore Craig lawyers in Denver make Best Lawyers in America list

Published Date: August 31, 2011

Attorneys Rackham, Pixler and Higuera discuss how much is too much social media at work

Published Date: August 26, 2011

Attorney John Balitis recommends use of OSHA heat safety application

Published Date: August 25, 2011

Carrie Pixler and Barney Holtzman discuss social media workplace issues

Published Date: August 25, 2011
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Using social media content to make employment decisions

Uncle Sam’s tweet: Let employees talk about work on social media

Employers ought to consider a policy on social media

Prohibiting employees’ use of social media at work

When social media winds up as evidence in court

‘Friending’ work colleagues could lead to pitfalls

Legal issues using social media in hiring and firing

Employees mixing work and social media


John Balitis explains smart phone application aimed at reducing heat related illness among workers

Published Date: August 23, 2011

Attorney Matt Martinez says immigration compliance in the equine industry is more important than ever

Published Date: August 23, 2011

Michael J. Phalen appointed to the board of Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Inc.

Published Date: August 22, 2011

Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured in Newsweek

Published Date: August 22, 2011

Sherry Downer explains Arizona's medical marijuana law

Published Date: August 22, 2011
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Fennemore Craig lawyer Sherry Downer explains Arizona's medical marijuana law and its implications for employees and employers in an interview on public affairs program "In Focus" on KTTU TV.

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John Balitis explains heat index application KYMA News

Published Date: August 20, 2011
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Barney Holtzman comments on heat index application on KVOA News

Published Date: August 20, 2011
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Rackham, Pixler and Higuera say the Internet can be an evidentiary goldmine

Published Date: August 19, 2011

Lawyers say beware of pitfalls when friending co-workers on Facebook

Published Date: August 12, 2011

Carrie Pixler says employers should establish and enforce social media policies

Published Date: August 11, 2011

Cynthia Shupe selected for induction as a Fellow of the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel

Published Date: August 11, 2011

Carrie Pixler discusses the use of social media at work

Published Date: August 04, 2011


July

Troy Rackham discusses impact of social media on hiring and firing

Published Date: July 28, 2011

John Balitis says employers of teenage workers should be aware of child labor provisions

Published Date: July 12, 2011
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John Mowbray featured in Las Vegas Business Press

Published Date: July 11, 2011

Marc Lamber and James Goodnow spotlighted for their innovative approach to serving clients

Published Date: July 08, 2011

Fennemore Craig Attorneys Recognized as Mountain States Super Lawyers & Rising Stars

Published Date: July 06, 2011

Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured in USA Today regarding their use of iPads

Published Date: July 06, 2011


June

Fennemore Craig assists group with purchase of office buildings

Published Date: June 28, 2011

Troy Rackham graduates from Colorado Bar Association’s Leadership Training Program

Published Date: June 24, 2011

Suzanne Diaz graduates from Arizona State Bar’s Bar Leadership Institute

Published Date: June 24, 2011

Brad Shwer Named to Phoenix Business Journal "40 Under 40"

Published Date: June 17, 2011

Fennemore Craig lawyers focus on immigration in new blog

Published Date: June 16, 2011

John Balitis Comments on Employee Email Privacy on KFYI

Published Date: June 13, 2011
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Five Fennemore Craig lawyers make Tucson's Top Lawyers list

Published Date: June 10, 2011

Chambers and Partners USA highly ranks Fennemore Craig

Published Date: June 10, 2011

Fennemore Craig Client Drake Cement Opens New Plant

Published Date: June 10, 2011

Fennemore Craig Immigration Practice attorneys launch informative blog

Published Date: June 07, 2011
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The latest news and information about immigration law can be found at "World Without Borders" a blog recently launched by Fennemore Craig immigration attorneys Matt Martinez, Nancy-Jo Merritt and Jared Leung.

The blog, located at http://fcimmigration.com/, features articles, useful information, news, and links to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Department of State web sites. In addition to English, information on the blog is posted in Spanish and Chinese.

The blog focuses on many areas within immigration law, such as immigrant investor programs, visas, the equine industry, and China.

"This blog is a place where clients and others interested in immigration law can find timely and comprehensive information about immigration issues, legal updates, tips for complying with immigration laws, and links to federal web sites," Martinez said. "Our aim is to keep the blog fresh, relevant and informative so readers will use it as a go-to resource for information," he added.


Fennemore Craig presents "Managing Litigation as a Business" in Las Vegas

Published Date: June 07, 2011

Yvonne R. Hunter joins Fennemore Craig

Published Date: June 07, 2011

Kyle Hallstrom elected to Arizona Broadway Theatre board

Published Date: June 06, 2011

Carrie Pixler and Lori Higuera focus on social media use in the workplace

Published Date: June 03, 2011
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Using Social Media Content to Inform Employment Decisions

Prohibiting Employees’ Use of Social Media at Work

Using Social Media As Evidence In Lawsuits

Using Social Media In Hiring And Firing Employees

Companies Need To Set Parameters For Social Media Use At Work

Is “Friending” Your Work Colleagues A Good Idea?

Using Social Media As Evidence In Lawsuits


Jennifer Thomson joins Fennemore Craig

Published Date: June 02, 2011

Chris Gooch elected to arts boards leadership posts

Published Date: June 02, 2011


May

Fennemore Craig recognized by Legal 500 for real estate capabilities

Published Date: May 31, 2011

Lori Higuera discusses non-compete agreements in Arizona Republic the Expert column

Published Date: May 28, 2011

Fennemore Craig represented consortium of lenders in largest Phoenix area land deal this year

Published Date: May 27, 2011

John Balitis explains federal act allowing nursing mothers to pump milk at work

Published Date: May 26, 2011
Description:

In Arizona Republic's Ask the Expert column, attorney John Balitis explains the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act which requires covered employers to accommodate nursing mothers who want to pump breast milk at work.


John Balitis explains Arizona state worker pension changes on Horizon

Published Date: May 25, 2011

John Balitis discusses service-worker law

Published Date: May 24, 2011
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Lawyer and arts supporter Chris Gooch elected president of Phoenix Men’s Arts Council and vice president of Scottsdale Artist

Published Date: May 23, 2011

Fennemore Attorneys Bill Thorpe and Brad Shwer Ranked 1st tier for railroad law on US News & World Report/Best Lawyers list

Published Date: May 18, 2011

Fennemore Craig ranks high nationally on US News & World Report Best Law Firms list

Published Date: May 18, 2011

Aaron Martin joins Fennemore Craig

Published Date: May 10, 2011

Lori Higuera and Carrie Pixler outline social media related ethical challenges

Published Date: May 04, 2011

John Balitis talks about implications of HB 2541 for employers on Horizon

Published Date: May 03, 2011

John Balitis explains law shielding firms from medical marijuana lawsuits

Published Date: May 03, 2011
Description:

John Balitis explains how House Bill 2541 can shield some employers from lawsuits spurred by firing workers under the influence of medical marijuana or prescription drugs while on the job. 


Lori Higuera and Carrie Pixler discuss social media in the workplace

Published Date: May 03, 2011
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Attorneys Lori Higuera and Carrie Pixler discuss legal implications of social media use in the workplace with Greater Phoenix In Business magazine.  


Lori Higuera and Carrie Pixler expound on social media in the workplace and privacy issues

Published Date: May 01, 2011


April

John Balitis examines proposed ban on texting while driving

Published Date: April 21, 2011

Thirty four Fennemore Craig Attorneys Named to 2011 Southwest Super Lawyers

Published Date: April 20, 2011

Fennemore Craig lawyer James Goodnow appointed to the board of the Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Published Date: April 07, 2011

Attorney Lori Higuera participates in Valley Leadership's [dis]Connect Week

Published Date: April 02, 2011

John Balitis outlines what Arizona's marijuana law means to employers

Published Date: April 01, 2011
Description:

Labor attorney John Balitis explains Arizona's marijuana law and its significance to employers in Inside Tucson Business.


Carrie Pixler and Lori Higuera focus on social media use and policies for law firms

Published Date: April 01, 2011
Description:

Lawyers Carrie Pixler and Lori Higuera discuss social media use and policies for law firms on page 34 of the April 2011 issue of Arizona Attorney magazine.



March

Attorney John Balitis says texting while driving could present liability for employers

Published Date: March 28, 2011
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Anthony Austin joins Fennemore Craig's bankruptcy practice

Published Date: March 24, 2011

Nineteen Fennemore Craig lawyers make Chambers and Partners USA Guide

Published Date: March 24, 2011

Attorney James Goodnow Discusses Innovative "Red Phone" Communication Technology for Clients

Published Date: March 23, 2011

Anthony Austin Joins Fennemore Craig

Published Date: March 15, 2011

Attorney John Balitis Says Medical Marijuana Law Presents Challenges for Employers

Published Date: March 13, 2011

19 Fennemore Craig lawyers make 2011 Chambers and Partners USA Legal Guide

Published Date: March 11, 2011

Nancy-Jo Merritt comments on increase in I-9 audits

Published Date: March 11, 2011
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Immigration attorney Nancy-Jo Merritt talks to the Denver Business Journal about an increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement I-9 audits and outlines questions for employers regarding employment verification.


Chad Mead joins Fennemore Craig as associate in Employment and Labor Relations

Published Date: March 10, 2011

Fennemore Craig given Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project's Pro Bono Leadership Award

Published Date: March 01, 2011
Description:

See page 28 of Greater Phoenix Attorney At Law Magazine for mention of Fennemore Craig lawyers who received the Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project's Pro Bono Leadership Award.


John Balitis comments on employers' reluctance to hire unemployed

Published Date: March 01, 2011
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In an interview with KFYI Radio, attorney John Balitis says employers' reluctance to hire long-term unemployed may be tied to expiration of incentives and that the practice could present legal pitfalls. Listen to the interview here: 

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Chad Mead joins Fennemore Craig

Published Date: March 01, 2011
Description:

Chad Mead has joined Fennemore Craig’s Phoenix office as an associate. He will focus on employee benefits and ERISA law.

 Mead has benefits experience with ERISA fiduciary issues, compliance counseling, planning, corporate transactions and litigation. Specifically, Mead has extensive experience working with issues pertaining to ERISA retirement pension, profit sharing and 401(k) plans; nonqualified, executive compensation retirement arrangements; health and welfare plans, including medical, dental, and various fringe benefit plans; and a variety of equity compensation plans, including employee stock purchase plans and omnibus stock plans.  

 

Mead received his juris doctorate from the University of Michigan Law School, where he served as a contributing editor of the Michigan Law Review. Before joining Fennemore Craig, he practiced employee benefits and ERISA law at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Dallas, Texas.  In addition, Mead has represented families pro bono in adoption proceedings for children referred from Court Appointed Special Advocates, counseled tax-exempt educational institutions regarding executive compensation arrangements, and revised and amended employee benefit plans for these institutions.

 



February

Lori Higuera comments on bullying in the workplace

Published Date: February 24, 2011
Description:

Attorney Lori Higuera says bullying is inappropriate workplace behavior in Ask the Experts column.


Fennemore Craig listed in Who's Who in Business

Published Date: February 22, 2011
Description:

Fennemore Craig is listed under law firms with more than 60 attorneys on Who's Who in Business. Attorney Sarah Strunk listed as top woman at the firm.


John Balitis Discusses Facebook Firing Case

Published Date: February 22, 2011

Nancy-Jo Merritt Says ICE Audits Targeting Illegal Workers are Increasing

Published Date: February 22, 2011

Nancy-Jo Merritt says increased ICE I-9 audits are not "raids"

Published Date: February 21, 2011
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Attorney Nancy-Jo Merritt says the process for Immigration and Custom Enforcement I-9 audits requires producing documentation in a limited timeframe. 


Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured for use of "red phone"

Published Date: February 18, 2011

Fennemore Craig receives Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project Pro Bono Leadership Award

Published Date: February 17, 2011
Description:

Eight Fennemore Craig lawyers recognized for their pro bono work on behalf of immigrants.


Cindy Ten Pas joins Fennemore Craig’s Denver office

Published Date: February 07, 2011


In The News

February 1, 2012
Fennemore Craig featured in Arizona Republic historic business photos commemorating Arizona's centennial [NEWS]

January 27, 2012
Sherry Downer warns employers of restrictive social media policies [NEWS]

January 17, 2012
John Balitis explains legislation aimed at stopping online piracy [NEWS]

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Publications and Events
February 9, 2012
Fennemore Craig attorneys present Employment Law Breakfast Briefing for attorneys, employers and human resource professionals [SEMINAR]

February 9, 2012
Nonprofit Fundraising Law 101 [SEMINAR]