Business Details
Premier Civil Litigation Services in Phoenix, AZ
Thorpe Shwer is a boutique civil litigation law firm representing Fortune 500 companies, local businesses, individuals, and government entities in high-stakes cases. Our team combines big-firm expertise with the personalized attention of a boutique practice, delivering tailored strategies for complex legal challenges. With roots in Arizona and a national footprint, we serve as trusted counsel for clients facing litigation with company-wide implications. Our attorneys are consistently recognized among the nation's top litigators by publications like Best Lawyers in America and Chambers USA.We prioritize long-term client relationships by aligning legal solutions with business objectives, combining aggressive advocacy with practical execution. Our practice spans appellate litigation, business disputes, employment law, financial services, probate litigation, tort defense, and transportation law. We are committed to community service and maintaining the highest standards of professional excellence.
Services
Appellate Litigation
Business Litigation
Employment Litigation
Financial Services
Probate Litigation
Tort Defense
Transportation Law
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in high-stakes litigation
- Our client-centric approach prioritizes long-term business goals
- National practice with Arizona-based legal expertise
- Award-winning attorneys recognized by top legal publications
- Transparent communication with cost-effective solutions
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers in America
- Southwest Super Lawyers
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
- Chambers USA
What people say
Award-winning attorneys
Excellent client service
Successful case outcomes
Deep legal expertise
Strategic solutions
Services
Appellate Litigation
Thorpe Shwer handles complex appellate cases with strategic focus on critical legal issues. Our attorneys have extensive experience in federal and state appellate courts, including the Ninth Circuit and Arizona Supreme Court. We develop winning strategies through thorough legal research, persuasive writing, and oral advocacy to secure favorable outcomes for clients.
Business Litigation
We resolve high-risk business disputes with forward-thinking strategies that protect client interests. Our team handles contract disputes, class actions, construction litigation, and other complex commercial matters. With nationwide experience, we deliver tailored solutions that address both immediate legal challenges and long-term business implications for corporations of all sizes.
Employment Litigation
Thorpe Shwer defends employers in critical employment disputes involving discrimination, harassment, and contract violations. Our seasoned trial lawyers handle cases before juries, judges, and arbitrators across the country. We combine aggressive courtroom representation with practical advice to minimize liability and resolve disputes efficiently.
Financial Services
Our financial services practice represents banks, payment processors, and industry participants in regulatory and litigation matters. We handle contract disputes, deceptive trade practices, and compliance issues with deep industry knowledge. The team provides strategic solutions for electronic payment transactions and regulatory challenges in state and federal courts.
Probate Litigation
We assist clients with contested probate matters including will contests, trust disputes, and fiduciary claims. Our attorneys combine legal expertise with sensitivity to emotional complexities, developing tailored strategies for resolving estate-related conflicts in Arizona courts while prioritizing client interests in contested matters.
People
Mitchell Fleischmann
Partner
Recognized appellate specialist with extensive experience in complex civil litigation. Handles high-impact cases before federal and state appellate courts, including the Ninth Circuit and Arizona Supreme Court. Focuses on developing strategic appellate approaches that align with client business objectives.
Bradley Shwer
Partner
Experienced trial attorney specializing in business and commercial litigation. Represents clients in complex disputes involving contract enforcement, business torts, and class action defense. Combines aggressive advocacy with practical solutions for Fortune 500 companies and mid-sized businesses.
William Thorpe
Partner
Seasoned litigator with focus on tort defense and transportation law. Handles high-exposure cases involving personal injury claims, product liability, and railroad litigation. Recognized for achieving favorable verdicts in complex jury trials across multiple jurisdictions.
Nicole Stewart
Partner
Skilled attorney in employment litigation and financial services matters. Defends employers in complex workplace disputes and represents payment industry clients in regulatory compliance issues. Known for strategic approach to resolving high-stakes cases efficiently.
Sara Witthoft
Partner
Experienced litigator handling business disputes and appellate matters. Focuses on developing comprehensive legal strategies that address both immediate case needs and long-term business implications for corporate clients in state and federal courts.
Questions
What areas of law does Thorpe Shwer specialize in?
Thorpe Shwer specializes in appellate litigation, business and commercial disputes, employment litigation, financial services, probate litigation, tort defense, and transportation law.
Do you handle cases outside Arizona?
Yes, while based in Arizona, we serve as national counsel for clients and handle cases in state and federal courts across the United States.
What makes Thorpe Shwer different from other law firms?
We combine big-firm expertise with boutique efficiency, offering personalized service while maintaining the resources to handle complex, high-stakes litigation nationwide.
How do you approach client relationships?
We take a client-centric approach, focusing on long-term business goals while developing tailored legal strategies that address both immediate needs and future implications.
Are your attorneys recognized in the legal field?
Yes, our attorneys are consistently recognized by Best Lawyers in America, Southwest Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent, and Chambers USA.
What types of clients do you represent?
We represent Fortune 500 companies, mid-sized corporations, small businesses, government entities, and individuals in complex litigation matters nationwide.
