Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2007. The Firm was founded in 1937 when Mr. Moore and Mr. Romley formed a law partnership. As the Firm has grown, the firm's location has changed, and the Firm's name has evolved, but one thing has remained constant: our desire to provide high quality legal services to our community and our clients. The attorneys of Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP thank all of the Firm's clients for the opportunity to be of service.

Builders, Construction Contractors and Developers in Bankruptcy - 2/20/2007

Chad Schexnayder, a partner with the Firm, will be one of the speakers at the American Bar Association Tort and Insurance Practice Section's "Builders, Construction Contractors and Developers in Bankruptcy" seminar to be held on February 20, 2008. The topics covered at this seminar include Basis Bankruptcy Law, Strategies for Working Out a Contractor's Debt, Subcontractor and Supplier Payment Issues and many more construction/bankruptcy related topics. For more information, contact Chad Schexnayder.

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Resolving Problems and Disputes on Construction Projects - 1/12/2007

Jim Csontos, a partner with the Firm, will be one of the speakers at National Business Institute's "Resolving Problems and Disputes on Construction Projects" seminar to be held on January 12, 2007 at the Wells Fargo Conference Center, 100 W. Washington, Phoenix, Arizona. The topics covered at this seminar include Handling Threats of Contract Termination, Effectively Resolving Disputes and many more construction related topics. For more information, contact Jim Csontos or visit National Business Institute's website at http://www.nbi-sems.com/.

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Tophas Anderson, IV joins Firm as Associate- 12/01/f2006

Tophas Anderson, IV joins the Firm as an associate attorney. Mr. Anderson has gained considerable litigation experience while working at the Maricopa County Prosecutor's office. His most recent assignment at the County Prosecutor's office was prosecuting white collar crimes. Mr. Anderson received his law degree from ASU and his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas, Austin.

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Bill Haug Receives VLP Pro Bono Lifetime Achievement Award- 11/14/2006

William F. Haug, a partner with the Firm, received the VLP Lifetime Achievement Award at the Volunteer Lawyers Program's 25th Anniversary celebration and "For Love of Justice" Awards celebration. The Volunteer Lawyers Program recognized howf Mr. Haug has been instrumental in the establishment of laws which protect the rights of all citizens.

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Curtis Jennings Joins Board of Directors - 11/07/2006

Curtis A. Jennings was elected to a three year term on the Board of Directors of the Arizona Historical Foundation. The Arizona Historical Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation whose mission is the collection, preservation and dissemination of Arizona and Southwest history. The Foundation serves as a repository for primary source materials that, for the most part, document the history of the New Southwest (20th and 21st century) with emphasis on the fields of political, legal, and business history. Previously, Mr. Jennings has been involved in a number of community activities, including serving as chairman of sections and divisions of the United Way in past campaigns. Mr. Jennings has also served as a member of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, the Arizona Archeological Advisory Commission, the Board of Governors of the Department of Mineral Resources, the Arizona Town Hall, Arizona Leadership Advisory Council, Arizona Bar Foundation, Arizona Court of Military Appeals, and the Board of Directors of the Central Arizona Chapter of the Arizona Historical Society.

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Managing Complex Construction Law Issues - 9/8/2006

Jim Csontos, a partner with the Firm, was one of the speakers at National Business Institute's "Managing Complex Construction Law Issues" seminar held on September 8, 2006 at the Hyatt Regency Phoenix, 122 North Second Street, Phoenix, Arizona. The topics covered at this seminar include Project Delivery Methods, Contract Drafting Issues, Scheduling Issues and Resolving Disputes. For more information, contact Jim Csontos or visit National Business Institute's website at http://www.nbi-sems.com/.

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Settling Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims - 6/29/2006

Jack Cunningham, a partner with the Firm, was one of the speakers at National Business Institute's "Settling Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims" seminar held on June 29, 2006 at the Wells Fargo Conference Center, 100 West Washington, Phoenix, Arizona. The topics covered at this seminar include Recent Legal Developments, Effective Settlement and Mediation, Prosecution and Defense of UM/UIM Claims. For more information, contact Jack Cunningham or visit National Business Institute's website at http://www.nbi-sems.com/.

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Using a Mechanics' Lien to Get Your Money - 6/5/2006

Jim Csontos, a partner with the Firm, was one of the speakers at National Business Institute's "Using a Mechanics' Lien to Get Your Money" seminar held on June 5, 2006 at the Wells Fargo Conference Center, 100 W. Washington, Phoenix, Arizona. The topics covered at this seminar included Contract Documents, Payment Problems, Preparing and Recording Mechanics' Liens; Litigating Lien Foreclosures and Payment Bond Claims, and Releases. For more information, contact Jim Csontos or visit National Business Institute's website at http://www.nbi-sems.com/.

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Bill Haug wins VLP Attorney of the Month - 2/15/2006

During the "For Love of Justice" program held on February 15, 2006, William F. Haug was named one of the Attorneys of the Month by the Volunteer Lawyers Program. Mr. Haug began his 50th year of practice in August 2005 and was recognized for his creativity, enthusiasm and patience in handling difficult cases. Bill Haug not only offers his years of experience to ensure equal access to justice, during his tenure as President of the State Bar of Arizona, he initiated the adoption of IOLTA funding for legal services to the poor.

Arizona Construction Section Recognizes Bill Haug's 50 Years of Service - 2/3/2006

During the February 2006 Monthly Program, the Construction Section of the Arizona State Bar presented Bill Haug with a special Award of Recognition for his 50 years of exemplary service in the field of construction and surety law. Bill Haug is a past-president of the Arizona State Bar and a founding member of the Construction Section. Bill Haug began his 51st year of practice in August 2006. Mr. Haug continues with his full time practice, providing representation to all members of the construction and surety industry and serving as an arbitrator and mediator in complex construction disputes in Arizona, Nevada and the Southwest.

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State-by-State Guide to Construction Contracts and Claims - 2/1/2006

The Aspen Construction Law Library has added a new two-volume publication entitled "State-by-State Guide to Construction Contracts and Claims," Aspen Publishers, 2006 and annual supplements. This unique publication contains a comprehensive analysis of construction contract and claim issues for each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Ed Rubacha and Jim Csontos, both partners with the Firm, prepared the Arizona chapter for this publication. For more information, contact Ed Rubacha or Jim Csontos.

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Matt Sloan Elected to Executive Council - 6/17/2005

Matthew H. Sloan, a partner of Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP, was elected to the Executive Council of the Arizona State Bar Association's Construction Section. The election was held on June 17, 2005 during the State Bar Convention in Tucson, Arizona. Mr. Sloan will begin his two year position on July 1, 2005.

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Arizona Construction Law & Mechanics' Liens - 4/8/2005

Curtis A. Jennings , a partner with Jennings, Haug & Cunningham LLP, was one of the speakers at Professional Education Systems' "Arizona Construction Law and Mechanics' Lien" seminar held on April 8, 2005 at the Embassy Suites, Biltmore, located in Phoenix, Arizona. For more information, visit the PESI website or contact Curtis Jennings.

Gina E. Lubbers Joins Firm as Associate - 4/1/2005

Gina E. Lubbers joined the Firm as an associate. Ms. Lubbers was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and received a B.F.A. in performing arts from the University of Minnesota (1996). Ms. Lubbers was awarded her J.D. from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois (2002). She practices in the areas of general and commercial litigation.

Prior to joining Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP, Ms. Lubbers served as a Deputy County Attorney for the Maricopa County Attorney’s office, where she prosecuted over 100 felony and misdemeanor cases in the Maricopa County Superior Court. Ms. Lubbers is a member of the Maricopa County Bar Association and the Arizona State Bar Association. She is admitted to practice in all of the state and federal courts of Arizona.

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Arizona Construction Law: What do you do when . . .? - 3/9/2005

Jim Csontos, a partner with the Firm, was one of the speakers at National Business Institute's "Arizona Construction Law: What Do You Do When . . .?" held on March 9, 2005 at the Crowne Plaza North Phoenix at Metrocenter Hotel, 2532 West Peoria Avenue. The topics covered at this seminar included Pre-Bid, Contract Documents, Change Orders, Payment Problems and Arbitration.

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JH&C Wins Pro Bono Firm of the Year Award - 2/18/2005

Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP, received the Volunteer Lawyers Program's (VLP) “2004 Medium Size Firm of the Year” award. Led by the examples of Bill Haug and Curtis A. Jennings, the attorneys of the Firm have demonstrated a strong commitment to pro bono service. When VLP inquired about doing a recruitment visit to see which attorneys were interested in volunteering, Bill Haug talked with all of the attorneys in the Firm and urged them to volunteer for a VLP case. As a result, during 2004, the Firm's attorneys worked on 15 cases for low-income VLP clients. They accepted 9 new cases that included very complex real estate and consumer litigation matters.

Hillary Gagnon Accepts Partnership Position - 1/1/2005

Hillary P. Gagnon accepted the position of partner with the Firm effective January 1, 2005. Ms. Gagnon joined the Firm as an associate attorney in 2000. She is a graduate of Wheaton College (B.A., cum laude, 1994) and Suffolk University Law School (J.D., cum laude 1997). Ms. Gagnon is a member of the Arizona State Bar Association and practices in the area of general civil litigation, with an emphasis in commercial and construction litigation.

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Matt Sloan Accepts Partnership Position - 1/1/2005

Matthew H. Sloan accepted the position of partner with the Firm effective January 1, 2005. Mr. Sloan joined the Firm as an associate attorney in 2000. He is a graduate of the University of Arizona (B.A. 1993) and Arizona State University (J.D., 1997). Mr. Sloan is a member of the Arizona State Bar Association and he practices in the area of commercial litigation with an emphasis in real estate and construction related disputes.

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The law firm of Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP, serve businesses and individual clients in Phoenix and throughout the state of Arizona, including Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Tucson, Flagstaff, Prescott and we accept select cases in the southwest United States, California and Nevada.

Martin J. Andrew Life Time Achievement Award

William F. Haug, a senior partner with Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP, received the Martin J. Andrew Award for Lifetime Achievement in Fidelity and Surety Law. This award was presented on January 26, 2001 by the Fidelity and Surety Committee of the Torts and Insurance Practice Section ("TIPS") of the American Bar Association. Bill Haug continues with his practice and can be reached by email .

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