Atty. Gary A. Gotto

Atty. Gary A. Gotto

Gary Gottos diverse experience helps him meet his clients diverse needs. Gary is a senior member of Keller Rohrbacks nationally recognized Complex Litigation Group and a member of the firm’s Executive Committee.

Phoenix Phoenix 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Gary A. Gotto at a glance

Gary A. Gotto is a Partner based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Keller Rohrback L.L.P.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and class action. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1982), U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (2005), and Indiana (2010). Educated at Arizona State University College of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Civic Involvement Arizona State Bar Association, Member Subcommittee on Revising the Limited Partnership Act, Business Law Section, Chair , 1991 Arizona State University College of Law, Adjunct Professor of Law , 1989. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gary Gottos diverse experience helps him meet his clients diverse needs
  • Gary is a senior member of Keller Rohrbacks nationally recognized Complex Litigation Group and a member of the firm’s Executive Committee
  • He has a broad range of practice experience and interests, including securities litigation, ERISA breach of fiduciary duty litigation, Chapter 11 bankruptcy litigation, corporate and real estate transactional work, securities compliance, and general commercial and ERISA litigation
  • Gary was extensively involved in representing the Federal Home Loan Banks of Chicago, Indianapolis, and Boston in securities litigation against Wall Street and international banks involving the multi-billion dollar mortgage-backed securities portfolios of the FHLBs
  • He has also handled a number of large ERISA fiduciary breach matters, including ERISA class cases on behalf of employees of Enron, WorldCom, Global Crossing and Xerox, as well cases on behalf of participants in private ESOPs
  • Gary is currently the senior member of the Keller Rohrback team handling California False Claims Act and unjust enrichment actions on behalf of a municipality against certain investment banks and advisors relating to the municipality’s entry into certain derivative transactions
  • Gary has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America since 2001 in the areas of securities and ERISA litigation as well as bankruptcy and creditor-debtor rights matters
  • Articles & Presentations •Guest Lecturer, Chapter 11 Reorganizations, Stanford Law School (2003). •Co-Author, Arizona Legal Forms: Limited Liability Companies and Partnerships (1996-2002). •Guest Lecturer, Chapter 11 Reorganizations, Harvard Law School (1996-1997, 1999, 2001, 2002). •Co-Author, Limited Liability Companies and Partnerships (1996-1997). •Speaker, Negotiating and Drafting Acquisition Agreements in Arizona, National Business Institutes (1997). •Speaker, Choice of Business Entity in Arizona, National Business Institutes (1996). •Speaker, Limited Liability Companies, National Business Institutes (1994). •Speaker, Non-Corporate Business Forms, Professional Education Systems, Inc. (1994). •Speaker, Limited Liability Companies, State Bar of Arizona (1994). •Speaker, Arizona Limited Liability Company Legislation, National Business Institutes (1993)
  • Recognitions Honors & Awards •Best Lawyers in America, Phoenix, Arizona, (Recognized since 2001) •Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law •Litigation - ERISA •Litigation - Securities

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A. Gotto's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Gotto handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Class Action

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gary A. Gotto

Where is Gary A. Gotto's law office located?
Gary A. Gotto's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Keller Rohrback L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary A. Gotto handle?
Gary A. Gotto focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Gary A. Gotto practiced law?
Gary A. Gotto has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Gary A. Gotto go to law school?
Gary A. Gotto earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Gary A. Gotto for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gary A. Gotto received?
Gary A. Gotto's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Arizona State University College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
Admitted: 2005
Indiana
Admitted: 2010
Montana
Admitted: 2016

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