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Recent
Marc Lamber and James Goodnow's innovative client service with iPads recognized
February 22, 2012
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iPad® Harnessed by Law Firm to Sharpen Client Service
Making the case with iPad
Troy Rackham honored by Denver Bar Association Young Lawyer of the Year Award
February 21, 2012
Marc Lamber interviewed on ABC15 about loophole in school bus safety law
February 16, 2012
Commercial Executive Magazine profiles Jay Kramer as one of their "Leaders in Real Estate Law"
February 10, 2012
Fennemore Craig featured in Arizona Republic historic business photos commemorating Arizona's centennial
February 01, 2012
January
Patrick Black is counsel to EPCOR USA in its acquisition of Arizona and New Mexico water businesses
January 31, 2012
Sherry Downer warns employers of restrictive social media policies
January 27, 2012
John Balitis explains legislation aimed at stopping online piracy
January 17, 2012
John Balitis talks about employee whistleblower protections on KFYI radio
January 10, 2012
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Ray Harris explains copyright legislation
January 09, 2012
Patrick Irvine joins Fennemore Craig's Phoenix office
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
January 05, 2012
December
James Goodnow explains party host liability
December 31, 2011
Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured as Newsweek's Nationwide Top Attorneys
December 26, 2011
Fennemore Craig attorneys give tips for keeping workplace parties out of social media
December 14, 2011
Sean Hood joins Fennemore Craig's commercial litigation practice
December 13, 2011
Attorneys give tips to avoid holiday party social media sideshows
December 09, 2011
John Balitis explains the risks of email snooping
December 07, 2011
November
Camilla Porter joins Fennemore Craig
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
November 25, 2011
John Balitis explains veterans' employment and re-employment rights on KFYI Radio
November 21, 2011
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Military veteran and Fennemore Craig lawyer Adam Reich tells his story of service, courage and luck
November 17, 2011
Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured in Attorney At Law Magazine
November 11, 2011
Don Miner chosen as "Industry Leader of the Year" in 2011-2012 AZRE People to Know in Commercial Real Estate
November 11, 2011
Fennemore Craig associate and Purple Heart recipient Adam Reich reflects on Veteran's Day
November 11, 2011
Ray Harris elected to three-year term on Arizona Technology Council board
November 08, 2011
John Balitis talks about effects of workplace harassment in interview on KFYI
November 05, 2011
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John Balitis explains employee exempt and nonexempt classification
November 02, 2011
Fennemore Craig earns excellent ratings in the 2011-2012 U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” Rankings
November 01, 2011
October
Sherry Downer outlines guidelines for disciplining employees for social media behavior
October 28, 2011
Brad Shwer Elected President of American Liver Foundation Southwest Division Board of Directors
October 28, 2011
Susan Chetlin explains "first to file" under recent America Invents Act
October 18, 2011
John Balitis says employers can balance employee religious beliefs with company dress codes
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
October 10, 2011
Sharon Oscar advises horse owners to think before you lease
October 07, 2011
Five Fennemore Craig attorneys named Best Lawyers' 2012 Lawyers of the Year
October 04, 2011
John Mowbray helps to bring Las Vegas history to life
October 02, 2011
Stacie Smith explains .xxx domain registration implications for businesses
October 01, 2011
September
Rackham, Ryerson and Higuera say employers should be aware of NLRB social media guidelines
September 16, 2011
Tom Shumard joins Fennemore Craig's Estate Planning and Probate practice
September 15, 2011
Yvonne R. Hunter appointed to Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry board
September 15, 2011
Adam Reich joins Fennemore Craig
September 12, 2011
C. Webb Crockett joins East Valley Partnership board
September 12, 2011
Fennemore Craig client Grande Sports Academy promotes soccer in the Southwest and beyond
September 10, 2011
Fennemore Craig client Macayo's celebrates 65 years in business
September 10, 2011
Fennemore Craig Leases Biltmore Area Office Building
September 06, 2011
Fennemore Craig represents investors in Fontainebleau Las Vegas bankruptcy
September 06, 2011
John Balitis says employers should be aware of NLRB poster requirement
September 05, 2011
Fennemore Craig's legal legacy continues
September 02, 2011
August
56 Fennemore Craig Arizona Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America® 2012
August 31, 2011
Fennemore Craig lawyers in Las Vegas recognized by Best Lawyers in America
August 31, 2011
Three Fennemore Craig lawyers in Denver make Best Lawyers in America list
August 31, 2011
Attorneys Rackham, Pixler and Higuera discuss how much is too much social media at work
August 26, 2011
Attorney John Balitis recommends use of OSHA heat safety application
August 25, 2011
Carrie Pixler and Barney Holtzman discuss social media workplace issues
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
August 23, 2011
Attorney Matt Martinez says immigration compliance in the equine industry is more important than ever
August 23, 2011
Michael J. Phalen appointed to the board of Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Inc.
August 22, 2011
Sherry Downer explains Arizona's medical marijuana law
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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Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured in Newsweek
August 22, 2011
John Balitis explains heat index application KYMA News
August 20, 2011
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Watch Now
Barney Holtzman comments on heat index application on KVOA News
August 20, 2011
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Watch Now
Rackham, Pixler and Higuera say the Internet can be an evidentiary goldmine
August 19, 2011
Lawyers say beware of pitfalls when friending co-workers on Facebook
August 12, 2011
Carrie Pixler says employers should establish and enforce social media policies
August 11, 2011
Cynthia Shupe selected for induction as a Fellow of the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel
August 11, 2011
Carrie Pixler discusses the use of social media at work
August 04, 2011
July
Troy Rackham discusses impact of social media on hiring and firing
July 28, 2011
John Balitis says employers of teenage workers should be aware of child labor provisions
July 12, 2011
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John Mowbray featured in Las Vegas Business Press
July 11, 2011
Marc Lamber and James Goodnow spotlighted for their innovative approach to serving clients
July 08, 2011
Fennemore Craig Attorneys Recognized as Mountain States Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
July 06, 2011
Marc Lamber and James Goodnow featured in USA Today regarding their use of iPads
July 06, 2011
June
Fennemore Craig assists group with purchase of office buildings
June 28, 2011
Troy Rackham graduates from Colorado Bar Association’s Leadership Training Program
June 24, 2011
Suzanne Diaz graduates from Arizona State Bar’s Bar Leadership Institute
June 24, 2011
Brad Shwer Named to Phoenix Business Journal "40 Under 40"
June 17, 2011
Fennemore Craig lawyers focus on immigration in new blog
June 16, 2011
John Balitis Comments on Employee Email Privacy on KFYI
June 13, 2011
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Five Fennemore Craig lawyers make Tucson's Top Lawyers list
June 10, 2011
Chambers and Partners USA highly ranks Fennemore Craig
June 10, 2011
Fennemore Craig Client Drake Cement Opens New Plant
June 10, 2011
Fennemore Craig Immigration Practice attorneys launch informative blog
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
June 07, 2011
Yvonne R. Hunter joins Fennemore Craig
June 07, 2011
Kyle Hallstrom elected to Arizona Broadway Theatre board
June 06, 2011
Carrie Pixler and Lori Higuera focus on social media use in the workplace
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
June 02, 2011
Chris Gooch elected to arts boards leadership posts
June 02, 2011
May
Fennemore Craig recognized by Legal 500 for real estate capabilities
May 31, 2011
Lori Higuera discusses non-compete agreements in Arizona Republic the Expert column
May 28, 2011
Fennemore Craig represented consortium of lenders in largest Phoenix area land deal this year
May 27, 2011
John Balitis explains federal act allowing nursing mothers to pump milk at work
May 26, 2011
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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
May 25, 2011
John Balitis discusses service-worker law
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
May 23, 2011
Fennemore Attorneys Bill Thorpe and Brad Shwer Ranked 1st tier for railroad law on US News & World Report/Best Lawyers list
May 18, 2011
Fennemore Craig ranks high nationally on US News & World Report Best Law Firms list
May 18, 2011
Aaron Martin joins Fennemore Craig
May 10, 2011
Lori Higuera and Carrie Pixler outline social media related ethical challenges
May 04, 2011
John Balitis talks about implications of HB 2541 for employers on Horizon
May 03, 2011
John Balitis explains law shielding firms from medical marijuana lawsuits
May 03, 2011
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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
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
May 01, 2011
April
John Balitis examines proposed ban on texting while driving
April 21, 2011
Thirty four Fennemore Craig Attorneys Named to 2011 Southwest Super Lawyers
April 20, 2011
Fennemore Craig lawyer James Goodnow appointed to the board of the Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
April 07, 2011
Attorney Lori Higuera participates in Valley Leadership's [dis]Connect Week
April 02, 2011
John Balitis outlines what Arizona's marijuana law means to employers
April 01, 2011
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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
April 01, 2011
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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
March 28, 2011
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Anthony Austin joins Fennemore Craig's bankruptcy practice
March 24, 2011
Nineteen Fennemore Craig lawyers make Chambers and Partners USA Guide
March 24, 2011
Attorney James Goodnow Discusses Innovative "Red Phone" Communication Technology for Clients
March 23, 2011
Anthony Austin Joins Fennemore Craig
March 15, 2011
Attorney John Balitis Says Medical Marijuana Law Presents Challenges for Employers
March 13, 2011
19 Fennemore Craig lawyers make 2011 Chambers and Partners USA Legal Guide
March 11, 2011
Nancy-Jo Merritt comments on increase in I-9 audits
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
March 10, 2011
Fennemore Craig given Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project's Pro Bono Leadership Award
March 01, 2011
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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
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
March 01, 2011
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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
February 24, 2011
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Attorney Lori Higuera says bullying is inappropriate workplace behavior in Ask the Experts column.
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