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Guy D Knoller
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Biography
Experience includes the NLRB, EEOC, US Justice Department, and private practice.
Representing employees and employers. More than 46 years experience (licensed in 1971). Co-founder and second chairman of the Employment and Labor Law Section of the Arizona State Bar. Types of cases handled: non-payment of wages (minimum wages and overtime);non-compete agreements; equal pay; discrimination (sex, disability, age, race, religion); wrongful discharge; union counter-campaigns; employee handbooks.
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Licensed in Arizona for 54 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1971
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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Jenny | August 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Quick, Efficient, Fair
Mr. Knoller is extremely well versed in employment law. I particularly appreciated that he had experience working for the EEOC, so he knew the ins and outs of the complaint process. He has no interest in wasting your time or his, which will save you from incurring unnecessary billable hour fees. He h...
Posted by Heidi | September 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent
Guy Knoller is an excellant attorney He is extremely' knowledgeable of the laws and very efficent. when he explians them. It is truely an honor for him to be representing me. I no longer fear this disput because I have the Absolute Best Represetation on my side .Thanks Guy for taking my fear out of t...
Posted by Steve | September 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Business
Outstanding
The best attorney I have had the pleasure to work with on both my personal and business matters for over 25 yrs. Professional, knowledgeable, experienced, integrity and very through on the service he provides his clients!
Posted by Deborah | July 21, 2014 | Trusts
Lawyer with Integrity
Guy had been my ex-husband's business lawyer for many years and I knew that he greatly valued Guy's abilities. So when I needed legal advice a few months ago regarding a trust, I hired Guy. Guy turned a complicated and cumbersome trust document into a readable, understandable and relevant legal docum...
Posted by Mark | July 16, 2014 | Debt Collection
A very helpful Attorney
Guy has help me in business collections as well as general business and personal family legal matters. He has always been very help in giving good advise as well as good legal council. I would strongly recommend him for any type of legal services.
Guy D Knoller's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Mr. Knoller for over 40 years. Some years ago we worked together at the same law firm. Later, ,while we were no longer at the same firm we worked on the same side of federal court litigation involving patent and copyright infringement issues. Mr. Knoller is extremely well qualified to handle any and all matters he undertakes. He is hardworking, creative, and well prepared. I recommend him to anyone looking for representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. He's aggressive, knows the law, and is a master strategist. A great litigator."
"Guy is a trial warrior. He's extremely intelligent, quick-witted, and driven to succeed. Guy is an exceptionally talented attorney who always has a winning strategy for his clients."
"The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping others with sage advice."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have practiced law in Phoenix for 38 years. My Dad practiced in Phoenix for 50 years and my son is now an attorney practicing with me in Phoenix and Austin, Texas. I am well acquainted with the Phoenix legal community, as well as, throughout Arizona. I officed with and practiced with Guy for over 20 years. It is easy to recommend Guy as one of the best lawyers I have ever known and have worked with on significant litigation matters. He is smart, tenacious, disciplined, ethical and fair in his dealings. You would be very fortunate to have Guy as your attorney and legal advisor. J. Scott Burns, Esq."
"I have known Guy Knoller for nearly 30 years as a lawyer. He is a highly skilled, dedicated, and tireless attorney for his clients when handling Employment and Labor Law or Commercial Litigation matters. He brings the same high degree of dedication and fearlessness to his personal outdoor adventure pursuits (think climbing Mt. Everest for starters). You will be well-served to have Guy Knoller in your corner when you need legal representation services."
"Guy was opposing counsel in my first trial. Like me, he worked for the NLRB. Guy is an excellent lawyer who takes care of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Guy is a thorough and conscientious attorney, where his clients always come first."
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"Guy Knoller has a great deal of experience as an employment lawyer, having worked as a senior litigation attorney for the EEOC, a field attorney for the National Labor Relations Board, and in private practice for many years. Guy is well respected for his sharp mind and his wealth of knowledge. In short, Guy is an outstanding employment law attorney."
"I endorse Guy Knoller, a smart, resourceful and effective lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Best Employment Lawyers in Phoenix, Expertise
2017
Lifetime Achievement Award, Marquis
1982
Inclusion, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
1979
Fellow, Arizona Bar Foundation
1974
Member, Board of Visitors, Arizona State College of Law
1970
Managing editor law review, ASU law school
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Guy David Knoller, P.L.L.C.
2009 - 2012
Senior Trial Attorney, United States EEOC
1984 - 2009
President, Law Offices of Guy David Knoller, P.C.
1982 - 1984
Partner, Fannin, Terry & Hay
1979 - 1981
Partner, Froimson & Knoller
1974 - 1979
Associate, Powers, Boutell, Fannin & Kurn (formerly Powers & Rhenquist)
1973 - 1974
Field Attorney, National Labor Relations Board Region 28
1972 - 1973
Attorney-Advisor to Board Member, National Labor Relations Board
1971 - 1972
Trial Attorney, Attorney General's Honors Program, US Dept. of Justice, Wash., D.C.
Associations
2012 - Present
Arizona Employment Lawyers AssociationMember, Board of Directors
State Bar of Arizona
Member
1977 - 1978
State Bar of Arizona (Labor Relations Section)Chairman
1976 - 1991
State Bar of ArizonaMember Ethics Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
Diane MacLean v. State Department of Education, 21 Ariz. App. 217
Case settled
JOYCE v. Clyde Sandoz Masonry, 871 F.2d 1119
Decision for the Plaintiff in the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals. USSC denied review.
Arizona Driving School v. U. Hale Gammill dba Sears Arizona School of Driving, 24 Ariz. App. 217
Victory for client
Education
1971
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor with honors
1968
Bloomfield College
BA - Bachelor of Arts with honors
Speaking Engagements
1985
Labor Conference
Wrongful Discharge
N/A
Bar Convention
Do's and Don'ts to Counter Unionization
Publications
1970
Law and the Social Order
The Constitutional Right to Travel as it Applies to the Building and Construction Industry (Section 8(f) of the NLRA)
Languages
English
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Q&A
I am a caregiver for my mother in Yuma Az, my employer terminated me on the very day my elderly mom placed back in the hospital?
07 Jan 2020
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Can an employer rescind a job offer after learning you are pregnant?
10 Nov 2018
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Can I ask if it is legal for my employer to physically park on my street and visually spy on me while off duty, and at home?
30 Jul 2018