Fennemore Craig In The NewsFennemore Craig featured in Arizona Republic historic business photos commemorating Arizona's centennial Published Date: February 01, 2012 JanuarySherry Downer warns employers of restrictive social media policiesPublished 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 Description: Click here for Audio 1. Click here for Audio 2. Ray Harris explains copyright legislation Published Date: January 09, 2012 Patrick Irvine joins Fennemore Craig's Phoenix office Published Date: January 05, 2012 Description: 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 DecemberJames Goodnow explains party host liabilityPublished 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 NovemberCamilla Porter joins Fennemore CraigPublished Date: November 30, 2011 Description: 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 Description: Click here for Audio 1 Click here for Audio 2 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 Description: Click here for Audio 1. Click here for Audio 2. 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 OctoberSherry Downer outlines guidelines for disciplining employees for social media behaviorPublished 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 Description: 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 SeptemberRackham, Ryerson and Higuera say employers should be aware of NLRB social media guidelinesPublished 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 August56 Fennemore Craig Arizona Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America® 2012Published 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 Description: 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 Description: 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. John Balitis explains heat index application KYMA News Published Date: August 20, 2011 Description: Barney Holtzman comments on heat index application on KVOA News Published Date: August 20, 2011 Description: 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 JulyTroy Rackham discusses impact of social media on hiring and firingPublished Date: July 28, 2011 John Balitis says employers of teenage workers should be aware of child labor provisions Published Date: July 12, 2011 Description:
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 JuneFennemore Craig assists group with purchase of office buildingsPublished 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 Description: Click here for audio 1. Click here for audio 2. 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 Description: 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 Description: 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 MayFennemore Craig recognized by Legal 500 for real estate capabilitiesPublished 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 Description: Click here for audio 1. Click here for audio 2. 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 Description: 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 AprilJohn Balitis examines proposed ban on texting while drivingPublished 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. MarchAttorney John Balitis says texting while driving could present liability for employersPublished Date: March 28, 2011 Description: Click here for audio 1. Click here for audio 2. 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 Description: 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 Description: 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: /website_content/files/news/022811-UNEMPLOYED1-BOB.mp3 /website_content/files/news/022811-UNEMPLOYED2-BOB.mp3 Chad Mead joins Fennemore Craig Published Date: March 01, 2011 Description:
Chad Mead has joined Fennemore Craig’s
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
FebruaryLori Higuera comments on bullying in the workplacePublished 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 Description: 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 |
