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Paul Friedman
Biography
Paul practices in the areas of significant personal injury, wrongful death, ethics and professional malpractice. He previously served as an Adjunct Professor of Medical and Research Ethics at Midwestern University and the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine where he instructed health care providers and graduate students in the medical field.
He graduated from the University of Arizona in 1985 (Bachelor of Arts with High Distinction), where he was admitted to the academic honorary society Phi Beta Kappa. He graduated from California Western School of Law in 1989 (Juris Doctorate Cum Laude). He served as an editor of the California Western Law Review-International Law Journal and was the chief editor of the California Western Directory. He received a post-doctoral master’s degree in bioethics in 2004 (Master of Arts in Bioethics), where he graduated with the Outstanding Achievement Award from the College of Health Sciences at Midwestern University and Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. Paul received a doctorate in philosophy involving business, legal and medical ethics at LaCrosse University (2006).
Paul was admitted to the State Bar of Arizona in 1989, the State Bar of Colorado in 1992, the District of Columbia and the Federal Bar in 2004. He is admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Arizona, the United States District Court of Arizona, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.
Paul has been a Judge Pro Tempore for the Maricopa County Superior Court since 2005.He has served on various Boards for the Arizona Supreme Court including the Board of Legal Document Preparers andthe Legal Services Task Force.
He is AV rated by Martindale Hubble and is Certified by the State Bar of Arizona in Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation. He is also a Certified Pre-Trial and Trial Practice Advocate by the National Board of Legal Specialization and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Nursing Home Abuse
Legal Malpractice
Civil Rights
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Discrimination, Employment, Fair Housing, Police Misconduct, Privacy Law
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
- Rates, Retainers and Additional Information - I also handle cases on an hourly fee at $550/hour
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Professional Experience
Sales Person Arizona Department of Real Estate
Year: 1986 - 2004
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Certified in Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
Year: 1997 - 2022
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Broker Arizona Department of Real Estate
Year: 2004 - 2020
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Certified in Civil Trial Practice National Board of Trial Advocacy
Year: 2005 - 2025
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Attorney Member Arizona Supreme Court Board of Legal Document Preparers
Year: 2007 - 2020
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Hearing Officer Arizona Supeme Court Attorney Discipline
Year: 2011 - 2020
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Certified Instructor American College of Forensic Examiners Institute
Year: 2014 - 2018
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Legal Member Arizona State Supreme Court Commission on Judicial Performance
Year: 2012 - 2020
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Certified in Civil Pretrial Practice National Board of Legal Specialty Certification
Year: 2012 - 2022
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Settlement Officer Arizona Supeme Court Attorney Discipline
Year: 2018 - 2020
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Member of Task Force on the Delivery of Legal Services Arizona Supreme Court
Year: 2018 - 2019
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Diplomate of the American Board of Forensic Examiners American College of Forensic Examiners Institute
Year: 2014 - 2018
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Member and Arbitrator Arizona State Bar Fee Arbitration Committee
Year: 2012 - 2020
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Professional Associations
Arizona Supreme Court Discipline Hearing Panel Member (2011 - Current)
Arizona State Supreme Court Commission on Judicial Performance Board Member (2012 - Current)
American College of Forensic Examiners Legal Advisory Board Chairperson (2012 - 2018)
American College of Forensic Examiners Certified Forensic Consultant (2012 - 2018)
Arizona Supreme Court Board of Legal Document Preparers Board Member (2007 - 2019)
City of Tempe Judicial Advisory Board Chairperson (2018 - 2019)
Arizona Supreme Court Task Force on Legal Services (2019 - 2019)
Arizona State Bar  # 012716 Member (1989 - Current)
Arizona State Bar Fee Arbitration Committee Member & Arbitrator (2012 - Current)
Arizona Supreme Court Disciplinary Settlement Officer (2016 - Current)
Lawyers of Distinction Board of Advisors (2015 - Current)
Arizona Bioethics Network Member (2012 - Current)
American Board of Trial Advocates Associate (2012 - Current)
Publications
The Ethics of Witness Preparation LawyersUSA (February 25, 2008)
Win-At-All-Costs Litigation: State Reconsider the Damage Done by "Zealous" Representation LawyersUSA (June 30, 2008)
Certified Forensic Consultant Manual American College of Forensic Examiners Institute (September 10, 2014)
An Expert's Honor is not an Oxymoron The Forensic Examiner (September 26, 2014)
A New Professionalism for Arizona Attorneys: The Elimination of "Zealous" Representation Phoenix School of Law (December 28, 2012)
Calculating Brain Injury Cases National Business Institute (March 31, 2018)
Cross-Examination - Focus on Experts and Evidence National Business Institute (May 11, 2018)
Social Media Use & Other Complex Jury Issues National Business Institute (November 14, 2018)
Ethical Considerations in Jury Selection National Business Instittute (November 14, 2018)
Ethical Considerations for Trial National Business Instittute (March 8, 2019)
The Proper Way to Conduct Discovery & Physician Depositions National Business Institute (March 22, 2019)
Ethical Considerations in Medical Malpractice Cases National Business Institute (March 22, 2019)
Certified Forensic Consultant Body of Knowledge CRC Press (January, 2016)
Awards
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2007.0
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America
American Trial Lawyers Association 2010.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2010.0
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers 2011.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2012.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2011.0
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Personal Injury Litigation
Best Lawyers in America 2018.0
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Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers 2020.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2019.0
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Personal Injury Litigation
Best Lawyers in America 2019.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2018.0
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Top 10 Attorneys in Arizona
National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys 2013.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2017.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2016.0
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Personal Injury Litigation
Best Lawyers in America 2017.0
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Premiere 100 Civil Trial Lawyers
National Academy of Jurisprudence 2016.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2015.0
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Premiere 100 Trial Lawyers
American Academy of Trial Attorneys 2015.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2014.0
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10 Best Attorneys in Arizona
American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys 2014.0
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Superlawyer
Southwest Superlawyers 2013.0
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Personal Injury Litigation
Best Lawyers in America 2016.0
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Top 50 Attorneys
Southwest Superlawyer 2020.0
Education
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California Western School of Law J.D. (1989) | Law
Year: 1986 - 1989
Honors: Cum Laude Activities: Phi Alpha Delta - President
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LaCrosse University Ph.D. (2006) | Comparative Ethics
Year: 2005 - 2006
Honors: Magna Cum Laude
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Midwestern University M.A. (2004) | Bioethics
Year: 2002 - 2003
Honors: Outstanding Achievement Award in Bioethics
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University of Arizona B.A. (1985) | General Studies
Year: 1982 - 1985
Honors: Phi Beta Kappa
Speaking Engagements
Ethical Issues for Civil Trial Attorneys, State Bar of Arizona, Arizona, April 24, 1998, State Bar of Arizona
Ethical Issues for Civil Trial Attorneys, State Bar of Arizona, Arizona, April 24, 1998, State Bar of Arizona
Certifications
- Certified Forensic Consultant: American College of Forensic Examiners Institute 2014
Websites
https://www.burgsimpson.com/arizona/
BURG SIMPSON ELDREDGE HERSH JARDINE, PC
2390 East Camelback Road, Suite 403, Phoenix, AZ 85016
BURG SIMPSON ELDREDGE HERSH JARDINE, PC
2390 E. Camelback, Suite 403, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Monday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(602) 777-7008