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Kortney Otten News

August 21, 2025
Best Lawyers in America® 2026 Recognizes 58 Gallagher & Kennedy Attorneys, Two Named “Lawyer of the Year”
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April 17, 2025
23 G&K Attorneys Recognized as 2025 Southwest Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
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January 6, 2025
Four G&K Attorneys Recognized Among Arizona’s Top 100 Lawyers and Top 50 Emerging Leaders for 2025
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December 12, 2024
Five G&K Attorneys Named 2025 AzBusiness Leaders
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August 15, 2024
Best Lawyers in America® 2025 Recognizes 51 Gallagher & Kennedy Attorneys
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April 8, 2024
19 G&K Attorneys Selected to 2024 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
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March 15, 2024
G&K’s Professional Women’s Group Hosts “Pi Day” Bake Sale & Silent Auction in Support of Shoebox Ministry
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December 28, 2023
Seven G&K Attorneys Named 2024 AzBusiness Leaders
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August 21, 2023
Best Lawyers in America® 2024 Recognizes 52 Gallagher & Kennedy Attorneys
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June 1, 2023
G&K Attorneys Represent Arizona Diamondbacks In re: Diamond Sports Group LLC
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March 7, 2023
Kortney Otten Named To AzBigMedia’s 2023 “Arizona’s Top Women of Cannabis”
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January 1, 2023
Five G&K Attorneys Named 2023 AzBusiness Leaders
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October 4, 2022
Google to Pay Record-Setting $85,000,000 Settlement to the State of Arizona in Consumer Fraud Case
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September 3, 2019
Gallagher & Kennedy Expands Its Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights Practice With the Addition of Dale C. Schian and Kortney K. Otten
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WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

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Chris Nay, Revolution Industrial
Best Law Firms® Client Comment
The Gallagher & Kennedy firm handled things professionally and efficiently. I felt very well represented throughout the process. The team assigned to me did their best to make themselves available outside of scheduled meetings. Overall a great experience.
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Jorge Quintero, QCM Technologies, Inc.
Best Law Firms® Client Comment
Steve Boatwright is a great M&A attorney and his associated team did a great job with our sale of the business. The main reason we went with G&K was Steve Boatwright.
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Matt Wright, Arizona School Risk Retention Trust
Best Law Firms® Client Comment
Excellent litigators; consummate professionals.
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Curt Denny
Best Law Firms® Client Comment
Mike [Ross] and Hannah [Porter] are amazing. They are very knowledgeable and their experience really shows.
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Steve Schramm, Optumas
Best Law Firms® Client Comment
The team at Gallagher & Kennedy walked me through my acquisition step-by-step so that there were no surprises. They brought in the necessary experts from other practice areas to ensure we had the best team possible and worked seamlessly together to get me a much improved outcome. Their advice at every step of the process was spot-on, up to and including the post-acquisition process and ensuing earn-out process.
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Kim DiRe
Google Client Comment
Working with Sarah Clifford, Esq. and Mike Ross, Esq. from Gallagher and Kennedy Law firm was truly a gift during one of the most challenging chapters of my life. They helped me navigate a complicated family trust with professionalism, insight, and deep compassion. … I am deeply grateful to both Sarah Clifford and Mike Ross for their expertise and integrity. Because of their guidance, I was able to reach resolution, peace of mind, and a sense of closure I didn’t think was possible. I recommend them wholeheartedly.
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Michelle G.
Yelp
Sarah Clifford, Esq., of Gallagher & Kennedy, has come through for our family once again [to administer a Trust]. … Each and every step along the way Sarah provided expert advice, an amazing quality work product, and a level of efficiency that was stunning. Our family owes Sarah a tremendous debt of gratitude and we will utilize her expertise for any Estate Planning legal needs that we may have in the future. From our entire family, thank you Sarah!
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Dennis Shirley
Synergy Environmental
… Gallagher & Kennedy [does] outstanding work … and are what I consider to be the best environmental law firm in the Southwest. [They] offer a wide range of experts … from air and water quality to hazardous waste and Superfund program areas at both the state and federal level. Gallagher & Kennedy is in a class by themselves in their ability to advocate on behalf of their clients, having honed extensive, influential, and well regarded relationships with regulators, legislators, trade groups, and key government officials.
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Joe Walsh
Arizona Diamondbacks
In the critical area of litigation, labor and employment, our experience with Gallagher & Kennedy has also been invaluable. With the litigious nature of many allegations and claims, depend on the speed, integrity and truthfulness of a law firm partner - Gallagher & Kennedy has once again has turned in very positive efforts and results in areas that we truly needed their expertise.
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Best Lawyers
Client Comment
Don Johnsen of Gallagher & Kennedy is always a pleasure to work with on employment matters. In addition to assisting with issues as they arise, he also assists with proactive measures, such as employee training.
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Best Lawyers
Client Comment
Don Johnsen from the Gallagher & Kennedy firm is always a pleasure to work with on employment matters. In addition to assisting with issues as they arise, he also assists with proactive measures, such as employee training.
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Michael Wright
Blue Ridge Unified School District
Gallagher & Kennedy and its representatives are responsive and helpful in providing relevant information and details when any changes occur. Gallagher & Kennedy has represented our district successfully on numerous occasions resulting in positive outcomes for our district and taxpayers. We often work with Don Johnsen who is responsive, knowledgeable, and very effective when called upon to represent our district.
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Dave Lock
Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association, Inc.
Best Lawyers Client Comment
Our attorney, Jennifer Cranston, is a recognized expert in her field. ... Jennifer is a willing partner in our work together to strategize regulatory and advocacy approaches that ensure Arizona's electric cooperatives receive the best treatment at the corporation commission. ... I would highly recommend the firm for those seeking excellent legal counsel.
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LaDel Laub
Dixie Escalante Rural Electric Association, Inc.
Best Lawyers Client Comment
Gallagher & Kennedy’s work in utilities law is exceptional. They are well respected and can effectively navigate the process with the Arizona Corporation Commission.
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Steve Schramm
Optumas
The strength of the Gallagher & Kennedy mergers and acquisitions team is that they take the time to understand the business and goals for the client's acquisition. Every team member was up to speed and available to answer questions anytime. M&A work does not unfold at a 9-to-5 pace and the Gallagher & Kennedy team was always available, especially during the critical phases of the deal.
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Chambers USA
Client Comment
I have a great deal of respect for Janey [Henze Cook]. She can handle anything.
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Chambers USA
Client Comment
Tom [Henze] is a wonderful guy who is very good at what he does.
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Beau Roysden
Consumer Fraud
I hired Kevin Neal to help with a very complex and important consumer fraud case. Kevin's work ethic, attention to detail, and client communication were all fantastic. I was thrilled with the result he was able to provide, because he prepared the case so well and was able to negotiate from a position of strength. I would highly recommend Kevin and his firm to others looking for top-quality legal representation.
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Steven Twist
Litigation
Kevin Neal represented our company in connection with litigation related to a complex matter. Throughout the course of the representation he was exceptionally effective. Always prepared, always communicating updates, highly ethical, and producing the highest quality work. We strongly recommend him and his firm.
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Kyle King
I could not ask for more from my experience with the team at Gallagher & Kennedy as my attorney. I went in with the expectation that I was OK with either outcome, but to learn as much as I could about the process and the specific situation that the team helped me work through. If you're reading reviews, and looking around for the best in the area with a reasonable price range, just give G&K a call. The epitome of customer service and collaboration.
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Brittany Driscoll, Co-Founder & CEO
Squeeze Massage
To put it simply, Josh Becker is second to none. Reliable, kind, creative, and funny to boot. He has guided the strategic development of our business since inception and six years later remains an invaluable partner and trusted advisor. I can't recommend him highly enough, nor find an adequate way to thank him for his counsel over the years.
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Andrew F. Diamond, President
Angry Crab Franchise, LLC (franchisor for Angry Crab Shack Restaurants)
I was referred to Josh Becker and his team at Gallagher & Kennedy to assist in the development of a national and international franchising business. Josh has provided the business strategy and legal guidance a young company needs as it navigates through growth and expansion on a national and international level. Over the years, our relationship with G&K has grown from franchising to include a number of additional business matters including company formation, real estate, and business dispute resolution. We feel well advised and represented by Gallagher & Kennedy whenever we need their advice, counsel, and representation.
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Ferdinand von Galen
First Patagonia Capital Company
I have successfully been working with Gallagher & Kennedy since the early 1970's.
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Michelle Freeark
Arizona Electric Power Cooperative
G&K provides outstanding evaluation of complex water issues in Arizona for industrial customers.
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David
Litigation
As a small business owner who was wrongfully accused of fraud, I needed an attorney who would fight as if it was his company. Not only did Kevin Neal dominate the trial, he saved my company and my family's legacy. I wish I could give him more than 5 stars!
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Best Lawyers
Client Comment
Our agency was dealing with political, accounting, and legal challenges. Our attorneys with Gallagher & Kennedy made themselves available literally 24/7 to address the continual new issues that surfaced over many months. Without their guidance and continual support, while maintaining a positive and professional approach, I am not sure we would have been successful in getting our business back on the right path.
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Steve Schramm
CBIZ Optumas
Gallagher & Kennedy shepherded me through the most important business decision in my career and did so by listening to what I wanted to accomplish with my transaction. When prospective bidders (and ultimately the successful bidder) made requests and/or demands that were non-traditional or inconsistent with the market, [Kevin O'Malley and Chris Thompson] had the experience to know when to push back and when to acquiesce. They had the right balance of professionalism, experience, aggressiveness, and civility to get the deal done that I wanted.
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Bill Herz
Executive Director,
National Lime Association
I have worked with Chris Leason and the team at Gallagher & Kennedy for many years. They are responsive, great with trade association meetings, members, and environmental issues, and very well connected.
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Michelle Freeark
Arizona Electric Power Cooperative
G&K brings a wealth of knowledge when representing us as small utility in complex NEPA analyses for linear projects.
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Jeff Dunn
All City Towing
Kevin O'Malley of Gallagher & Kennedy is a very thorough and competent legal professional who deserves no less than our highest praise. Kevin's expertise in the field of Governmental Procurement was needed by our company recently and thus far has been invaluable. After an initial ramp-up period, he hit the ground running as if he knew our industry intimately. ... Kevin is focused and measured, even in the most stressful situations...
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Bryan Savage, Retired Chief
Timber Mesa
Our team from Gallagher & Kennedy assisted us in a lengthy administrative law process. The attorneys were the best, most prepared, and most caring professionals I have had the pleasure to work with. Our interests became their interests and they were passionate about winning our case.
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Walter Bradley
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.
I have used Gallagher & Kennedy law firm for approximately 15 years. I particularly recommend Dal Moellenberg for our environmental issues as he not only knows the laws, he knows the regulations and is acquainted with the staff. He is also efficient in moving our issues forward. I also recommend T.J. Trujillo for legislative issues. T.J. is very familiar with the New Mexico political process and is acquainted with the legislators and their staff. He is a very good strategist.
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Dr. Jozef Zoldos
Former Officer & Director
Arizona Center for Hand Surgery
[Mike Ross] at Gallagher & Kennedy provided excellent representation of our practice in an employee litigation case.
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T.J. Wead
Merit Partners
Kevin O'Malley at Gallagher & Kennedy was an invaluable asset in the swift and favorable resolution of our case.
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Chambers USA
Client Comment
Dal [Moellenberg] is an excellent regulatory lawyer. ... He really knows the regulatory process and is great at retaining information. He did an excellent job.
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Chambers USA
Peer Review
Peers describe [Terence Thompson] as "someone with quality who has a good reputation."
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Chambers USA
Client Comment
Chris [Leason] brings perspectives to environmental issues. He has a chemical engineering degree - it is very valuable because the issues are technical.
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Chambers USA
Peer Review
Market sources cite Terence Thompson as a "good technician, with a good reputation."
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Chambers USA
Client Comment
[Chris Leason] is able to stay focused under pressure and keep the subject on track, and has extremely useful negotiating capability.
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Best Lawyers
Client Comment
Terence [Thompson's] experience and knowledge has proven to be excellent. He is very responsive to our needs, communicating complex legal matters in an understandable form. I believe his level of ethics to be unsurpassed.
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James Howard, Founder & Former CEO
Dudley Ventures
[Kevin] O'Malley is one of the finest trial lawyers in the U.S.

 

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