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Pay on Death Designation for Vehicles

The Arizona Revised Statutes now allow for a Beneficiary Designation for Vehicle Transfer upon Death. 

Phoenix Business Journal Names the Firm to its 2012 Book of Lists

The Phoenix Business Journal has selected The Cavanagh Law Firm for its 2012 Book of Lists.  Compiled each year, the list highlights the most successful local companies within their specific industries.

OSHA Posting Requirement

Employers Must Post OSHA Form 300A Summary from February 1 to April 30

Associates Jodi Bohr and Heidi Nunn-Gilman Promoted

Labor and Employment associates, Jodi Bohr and Heidi Nunn-Gilman, were promoted to Member status effective January 1, 2012.

Attorney Brett Donaldson Promoted to Senior Member

Brett Donaldson's promotion to Senior Member is effective January 1, 2012  Mr. Donaldson practices in the areas of criminal law as well as civil litigation.  

Attorney Brittany McLean is a New Addition to the Firm

Civil Litigation practice area adds associate Brittany McLean.

New NLRB Poster Requirement

NLRB Poster Requirement Delayed Until April 30.

Based on a lawsuit challenging the requirement that all employers post a notice of rights under the National Labor Relations Act, the NLRB has agreed to postpone implementation of the new poster requirement until April 30, 2012.

Arizona Minimum Wage Increase Effective January 1, 2012

The Arizona Minimum Wage will increase to $7.65 per hour for 2012.  This increase is based on a 3.8% increase in the federal consumer price index.   

Eric Witt Joins the Firm

New Associate in the Labor and Employment group.

The Cavanagh Law Firm Recognized by Arizona Magazine's Who's Who in Business

The Cavanagh Law Firm has been selected for inclusion in the 2011 Arizona Magazine's Who's Who in Business (in the 59 and fewer category).  Christina Hamilton will be shown as the highest ranking woman at the firm.

In its 20th year of publication, Who's Who recognizes and celebrates the companies that continue to thrive in this challenging economic climate.

The Cavanagh Law Firm Named to Book of Lists

The Phoenix Business Journal has selected The Cavanagh Law Firm for its 2011 Book of Lists.  Compiled each year, the list highlights the most successful local companies within their specific industries.

Jeffrey B. Smith Selected as Arizona's Finest Lawyer

Shareholder Jeffrey Smith was honored by being nominated and selected as one of Arizona's Finest Lawyers.  Mr. Smith's selection was based upon his demonstrated record of high achievement, excellent legal skills, and a well-earned reputation for integrity.

Summary of Challenge to Arizona Employers' Sanctions Law

E-Verify Photo Tool Expanded to Include Passports

What Employers Should Know About the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act

Arizona Employers Required to Obtain New A-4 Forms

Seven Senior Members Named by Arizona's Best Lawyers

Seven attorneys of the firm were selected for the 2010 The Best Lawyers in America list and featured in the Arizona's Best Lawyers 2010 Edition. 
These attorneys were nominated and approved by their peers in recognition of their exemplary legal work.  The honorees for 2010 are:

Commercial Litigation - Jeffrey B. Smith
Family Law - Philip C. Gerard
Land Use and Zoning Law - Scott A. Rose
Labor and Employment Law - David A. Selden
Medical Malpractice Law - Harding B. Cure
Personal Injury Litigation - Richard J. Woods
Real Estate Law - Terry L. Rakow and Scott A. Rose

Shareholders David Selden and Julie Pace Selected to Join the Litigation Counsel of America

The Litigation Counsel of America, an invitation-only trial lawyer honorary society, adds David Selden and Julie Pace to its Fellowship. Membership is limited to 3,500 Fellows, representing less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers. The composition of the Litigation Counsel of America is aggressively diverse, with recognition of excellence among American litigation and trial counsel across all segments of the bar.

First Tier Ranking for Firm in U.S. News Best Law Firms Rankings

The Cavanagh Law Firm earned  an excellent placement with first tier rankings as determined by U.S. News in its Best Lawyers "Best Law Firm" rankings.  These rankings will be featured in the October 2010 edition of U.S. News & World Report magazine.

Associate Robert Stultz Joins Firm

Medical Malpractice Attorney joins firm

Sharon Ravenscroft Honored as Lion of the Year

The Phoenix Biltmore Lions Club recognized Shareholder Sharon D. Ravenscroft as its Lion of the Year 2009/2010.  The Club is a civic organization with a mission to assist the less fortunate and to contribute to the community.  

The Cavanagh Law Firm Adds Labor, Employment, OSHA, Immigration and Litigation Group

Well-known Attorneys Julie A. Pace and David A. Selden Join Firm.

Helen R. Davis Named to AFCC Board

Shareholder Helen R. Davis of The Cavanagh Law Firm has been named as a Board member of the Arizona Chapter of the AFCC Association of Family and Conciliation Courts for its 2010 – 2011 term.

The Cavanagh Law Firm Welcomes Erik V. Lemmon

Erik V. Lemmon joins The Cavanagh Law Firm as an associate attorney where he will represent clients in a variety of transactional matters.

Hilary L. Barnes Joins The Cavanagh Law Firm

The Cavanagh Law Firm is pleased to announce that Hilary L. Barnes has joined the Firm as a senior member in its Bankruptcy practice.

Heather L. Lyons Joins The Cavanagh Law Firm's Sun City Office

Heather L. Lyons joins attorneys William Wahl and Sharon Ravenscroft in The Cavanagh Law Firm's Sun City Office.

Taylor C. Young Joins Firm

Attorney Taylor C. Young joins the firm to head up its Appellate practice. Mr. Young earned his J.D. at ASU in 2000 where he finished near the top of his class.