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Michelle Ray Matheson
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About Michelle
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Wrongful Termination
40%
Discrimination
25%
Sexual Harassment
20%
Arbitration
15%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2019 2018 2017
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5
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 26 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 30 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 30 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Matheson & Matheson, PLC
32531 North Scottsdale Road, Ste 105-148, Scottsdale, AZ, 85266
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Posted by anonymous | January 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Lawyer for employees
Michelle helped me navigate a termination situation with my employer of nearly 30 years. A reporting change suddenly made my value as a long term, excellent rated employee turn to one of termination in less than 60 days. Michelle helped me recognize what was happening, stay focused and take steps to ...
Posted by Tony | August 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Employment termination expert
I am extremely pleased that I worked with Michelle. I truly appreciated her candidness and her professionalism. She guided me through an exit and because of her legal expertise we concluded with a positive outcome. She most definitely has the knowledge and expertise and I highly recommend her.
Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination
Very knowledgeable and professional
Michelle represented me through a very difficult period, following my removal from an executive role at a major firm where I had spent many years. She gave me sound advice regarding the viability of a wrongful termination lawsuit. She ended up negotiating an executive retirement package, and I'm very...
Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Strategic and Knowledgeable Advocate
Michelle negotiated a more favorable outcome for a complex separation agreement. She listened to understand what was most important to me and then successfully restructured a one-sided agreement, provided a balanced and realistic assessment each side’s positions, and was extremely responsive in time...
Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Former Client
Michelle was fantastic - objective, reasonable - a real advocate. She is direct and honest about your situation and helps get the result that is appropriate under the circumstances.
Michelle Ray Matheson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is an extremely knowledgeable, hardworking and dedicated employment attorney. She is a great contribution to the profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is a smart, hard working and caring lawyer. She knows her stuff and works hard for her clients. I would not hesitate to continue to refer clients to her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michelle is smart, persistent, and caring. I really value her as both a colleague and a friend, and I endorse her highly."
"I first met Michelle several years ago when we were opposing counsel in a case, and she did a great job for her client. Over the years, I have gotten to know Michelle and I find her to be very impressive. She is extremely smart, knowledgeable on the law, and perceptive. In my opinion, Michelle is an outstanding employment attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Superlawyer Labor & Employment Law, Southwest Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Superlawyer Labor & Employment Law, Southwest Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Superlawyer Labor & Employment Law, Southwest Super Lawyers
2017
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2016
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Superlawyer Labor & Employment Law, Southwest Superlawyers
2015
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2015
Superlawyer Labor & Employment Law, Southwest Superlawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2014
Superlawyer Labor & Employment Law, Southwest Superlawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Superlawyer Labor & Employment Law, Southwest Superlawyers
2013
Martindale Hubbel, AV Peer Rating
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Superlawyer in Labor and Employment Law, Southwest Superlawyers
2012
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2006 - 2007
Shareholder, Gallagher & Kennedy, P.A.
2005 - 2006
Director, Legal Affairs, US Airways
2002 - 2005
Director, Legal Affairs, America West Airlines
1998 - 2002
Associate, Snell & Wilmer, LLP Law Offices
1996 - 1998
Law Clerk, U.S. District Court
Associations
2008 - Present
Arizona Employment Lawyers Association
1999 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Employment and Labor Law Section
Education
1992
University of Iowa
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
U OF KS
law
Speaking Engagements
2025
Arizona State Bar Convention
Case Valuation and Client Expectations in Employment Law Matters
2012
2012 Labor & Employment Seminar
FLSA Wage & Hour Compliance
2011
2011 Labor and Employment Law Update
My Favorite Mistake -- Plaintiffs' Perspectives on Employer Behavior that Leads to Litigation
Publications
2013
Arizona Republic
Ask the Expert
2013
Arizona Republic
Ask the Expert
2012
Arizona Attorney
New Partnership Takes Flight at Matheson & Matheson, PLC
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue my employer after I win my unemployment case?
22 Jun 2021
Q&A
Can someone help me understand my rights within a separation and release agreement for a job?
23 Jun 2020
Q&A
Can my employer delete hours off of my time card to avoid paying me overtime?
24 Apr 2020