Matt Maerowitz grew up in Arizona and went to high school at Brophy. He received his undergraduate degree in economics from Boston College and later graduated from law school at the University of Arizona. Matt Maerowitz is an experienced trial attorney with a practice focused on DUI, criminal defense, and personal injury cases. Matt has successfully represented clients in numerous bench and jury trials over the past eight years. Before co-founding The Maerowitz Law Firm, LLC, Matt worked for a Scottsdale law firm where he drafted pleadings and criminal defense motions, primarily in DUI cases. Matt also worked for the Pima County Attorney’s Office as a student-prosecutor during law school. Matt’s experience with both sides of criminal law cases has helped him anticipate arguments from the prosecution in order to prepare the best defense for his clients. During law school, Matt Maerowitz was recognized for several accomplishments. He was recognized for his excellent oral advocacy skills as a member of the University of Arizona’s ABA National Appellate Advocacy Competition Team. Matt was also a Managing Editor for the Arizona Journal of International and Comparative Law.

Attorney Jim Vieh earned his undergraduate degree, cum laude, in Government from Harvard. He earned his law degree, as well as an MBA in Finance, from Cornell University. After graduation, he worked for a prominent Phoenix civil litigation firm practicing insurance defense in civil litigation and auto accident cases. He opened his own practice in 1982 & has focused on personal injury and commercial litigation, with additional emphasis on civil litigation & automobile cases. Over the years, his practice has expanded to the areas of business, real estate and commercial litigation. Mr. Vieh is an AV Rated attorney and is admitted to practice before the Arizona State Courts, the United States District Court for the District of Arizona and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. He is a member of the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association and the Arizona State Bar and serves as a judge pro tem on the Maricopa County Superior Court. In addition to his legal work, he served two terms on the Paradise Valley Town Council, one term as vice-mayor & formerly served as the Chairman of the Board of the Valley of the Sun School and Habilitation Center, which provides housing & care for persons with disabilities.

Erin Leary has been licensed in Nebraska since 1984, and in Arizona since 2000. She has over 30 years of experience in probate law. She attended Colorado State University for undergrad with a major in Journalism, and attended the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville School of Law where she graduated with a Juris Doctor degree. She became licensed in Nebraska by motion (reciprocity) in 1984 after passing the Arkansas bar, and became licensed in Arizona in 2000 after passing the Arizona bar.

Doug Zanes has built a career practicing law in Arizona. He is a Phoenix personal injury lawyer, as well as a Tucson car accident attorney. Doug is only licensed to practice law in Arizona and only represents clients in Arizona. He is not licensed to practice law in Washington State or any other state in the U.S. Doug also practices law in the United States District Courts within Arizona and within the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Doug spent many years defending clients charged with federal crimes and also defended clients accused of violating U.S. immigration laws. He is the founder and owner of Zanes Law Group, PLLC. His firm focuses on representing injury victims in Arizona. Raised in Douglas, Arizona, Doug Zanes went to college at Arizona State University and graduated from law school at St. Mary’s University School of Law in Texas. Doug began practicing law in Phoenix in 1997 and has been inducted into the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which is one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the U.S. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won verdicts and settlements exceeding $1 million. Less than one percent of U.S. lawyers are members.

David Shapiro, a Phoenix Business Journal 2025 “40 Under 40” honoree, is an accomplished attorney who devoted his career to representing injured people against wrongdoers and irresponsible parties. Licensed to practice in Arizona and New Mexico, Mr. Shapiro has helped countless injured clients and their families recover substantial verdicts and settlements. Immediately after graduating from law school, Shapiro gained invaluable experience from a well-known firm. With his unique vision and his desire to advocate exclusively for personal injury victims, Shapiro left his distinguished position and founded what is now known as Shapiro Law Team. The award-winning personal injury attorneys at Shapiro Law Team are fierce advocates for justice with substantial trial experience and grit. They fight for life-changing results that give injured victims and their families hope for a better future.

Attorney Austin Kurtz is a founding partner of Kurtz Riley Injury Lawyers, serving clients throughout Phoenix, Arizona, and beyond. A proud Arizona native, he was born and raised in the Valley and has devoted his career to standing up for injury victims. Attorney Kurtz is licensed to practice in Arizona, California, and Colorado, giving him the ability to represent clients across multiple jurisdictions while remaining rooted in the Phoenix community he calls home. His path to becoming a trial lawyer began at Arizona State University, where he earned his degree from the W.P. Carey School of Business. He later attended the University of California School of Law, where he sharpened his skills and developed a passion for advocacy. After law school, Attorney Kurtz began his career in Colorado before returning to Arizona to co-found Kurtz Riley Injury Lawyers. Over the course of his career, Attorney Kurtz has handled a wide range of personal injury cases, from car accidents and catastrophic injuries to wrongful death lawsuits. He has successfully managed cases from intake through trial, including a significant wrongful death lawsuit against the State of Arizona that resulted in a favorable settlement midway through trial. His reputation is built on his trial readiness, determination, and commitment to achieving results in high-stakes litigation. For Attorney Kurtz, personal injury law is both professionally demanding and deeply rewarding. Each case represents an opportunity to protect the rights of victims, hold negligent parties accountable, and help families rebuild their lives with justice and fair compensation. KRLG Injury Lawyers Scottsdale 10609 Hayden Rd Suite 106 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 (623) 303-5754

Kaitlin Simone DiMaggio is a graduate of the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. She went to law school so she could represent a close family member after he was unjustly sentenced to life in prison without the chance of parole. Her involvement in his case drives her passion to help others who are enmeshed in the legal system. During her time in law school, Kaitlin worked over 350 hours of pro bono service working on the post-conviction cases of men and women who experienced a manifest injustice or who claimed innocence. She also holds a Master of Counseling degree from Arizona State University, and maintains her license to practice therapy. Before earning her law degree, Kaitlin earned a master's degree in counseling and she practiced as a licensed therapist. She worked at a court-mandated counseling agency running group and individual therapy sessions for those convicted of domestic violence and drug-related offenses, later becoming the Clinical Supervisor of an offender treatment program and a Program Manager for a government contract. Kaitlin is an advocate for criminal justice reform and is passionate about helping clients who are enmeshed in the legal system. Kaitlin has experience working on criminal cases involving domestic violence, sex-related offenses, DUI’s, and more. Additionally, she has worked on numerous post-conviction cases and parole hearings. Simone is also a zealous advocate for clients in family court, and has worked on cases involving custody disputes, divorce, and child support. Kaitlin is admitted to practice law by the State Bar of Arizona. She is a member of the American Bar Association, the Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the Criminal Justice Reform Team of the Arizona Faith Network, and the Healthy Families Arizona Advisory Board.

Attorney Brian Riley is the Co-Founder and Partner of Kurtz Riley Injury Lawyers, a firm dedicated to advocating for injury victims throughout Arizona. Licensed to practice law in both Arizona and Washington, Attorney Riley focuses the majority of his work on helping Arizona clients who have been harmed by negligence. His mission is to pursue justice and secure the compensation needed for individuals and families rebuilding their lives after serious injuries. Attorney Riley’s background as a collegiate tight end shaped his disciplined and strategic approach to litigation. On the field, he learned that preparation and persistence are the keys to success. Today, he applies those same lessons in the courtroom. Each case is approached with a carefully developed game plan and the determination to see it through to the end. With a proven record of managing cases from intake through litigation, Attorney Riley has successfully resolved complex personal injury matters, including those involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. His ability to secure favorable settlements in high-stakes cases reflects both his skill and his dedication to his clients. He believes in taking deliberate action and never waiting for justice to appear on its own. Attorney Riley earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Northern Arizona University before attending Arizona Summit Law School, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. His academic achievements mirror the same commitment to excellence that now defines his professional work. As a partner at Kurtz Riley Injury Lawyers, Attorney Riley remains focused on serving Arizona injury victims with energy, preparation, and determination. For him, success is not measured by verdicts or settlements alone, but by the impact his work has on helping people in Arizona move forward with confidence. KRLG Injury Lawyers Scottsdale 10609 Hayden Rd Suite 106 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 (623) 303-5754

I am an experienced and reputable personal injury attorney that specializes in airbag injuries, seat belt injuries, and safety restraint injuries and the failure of automated crash avoidance systems. My law office is based in the Phoenix, AZ area, but I take and have won cases nationwide. I have the litigation skills and legal expertise to help you get the financial compensation you and your family need.

R.J. Suzuki is licensed to practice law in the State of Arizona and the United States District Court. Fluent in Spanish, Mr. Suzuki is a member of Los Abogados, the Arizona Hispanic Bar Association, and the State Bar of Arizona. He was a former Trustee on the Maricopa County Bar Foundation. Upon graduation from the University of Arizona College of Law, in 2000, Mr. Suzuki was selected to serve as law clerk to the Honorable Howard Fell of the Arizona Superior Court in Pima County, who was assigned to the court's criminal calendar. Mr. Suzuki next accepted appointment as prosecutor in the Office of the Maricopa County Attorneys Office. During the next three years, as Deputy Maricopa County Attorney, Mr. Suzuki investigated and litigated felony matters as part of the Major Crimes Gang and Repeat Offender Program Bureau. From the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, Mr. Suzuki accepted a position as Assistant United States Attorney for the District of Arizona. In his nearly two years prosecuting federal crimes, Mr. Suzuki was responsible for the resolution of numerous federal felony and misdemeanor cases in Tucson and Phoenix. Mr. Suzuki primary focus is in criminal defense in City, State and Federal Courts. Mr. Suzuki provides aggressive and professional representation for his clients.