The latest addition to the rapidly expanding Phoenix office of Gordon & Rees, Kami M. Hoskins will lead the Phoenix office’s employment practice group. Ms. Hoskins is dedicated to creating and implementing effective solutions to complex legal issues for a variety of clients. Her wide range of expertise includes employment practices training, conducting workplace investigations, defending employers against charges filed with state and federal agencies, including the EEOC, Arizona Attorney General, and the National Labor and Relations Board, and litigating claims of current and former employees. In addition to her many administrative, state, and federal trial court appearances, she has argued successfully before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Ms. Hoskins regularly advises employers on strategically implementing policies and policy changes, including revising employee handbooks. She also drafts and consults on employment agreements, non-compete, and non-solicitation agreements, and provides advice on finding efficient solutions when those agreements are threatened.
A partner in the firm's Employment, Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Creditors' Rights, and Commercial Litigation practice groups, Ms. Hoskins has represented a wide range of clients in Chapter 11 reorganizations and general litigation matters.
"I am delighted to join this dynamic firm and to work with so many talented and engaged attorneys." said Ms. Hoskins. "It is an exciting time to be a part of the Gordon & Rees team."
Phoenix co-managing partner, Leon Silver adds "We are thrilled that Kami has joined us. She is the perfect compliment to our mix of business and trial lawyers and offers a plethora of expertise to our clients."
Ms. Hoskins earned her B.A. cum laude, and J.D. from the University of Arizona, and an M.A. in Communication, summa cum laude, from Arizona State University. Ms. Hoskins has been named a Rising Star, Southwest Super Lawyers for five consecutive years.