ROSHKA DEWULF & PATTEN Law Firm Earns National Recognition Three Name Partners Earn “The Best Lawyers in America®” Designation

Roshka DeWulf & Patten, a Phoenix-based law firm, announced today that all three of its Members: Paul J. Roshka, Jr.; John E. DeWulf, and Michael W. Patten were included in the 2007 list of The Best Lawyers in America®. Three Name Partners Earned “The Best Lawyers in America®” Designation in Areas of Commercial Litigation, Securities Law, Communications Law and Energy Law.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) October 18, 2006 –- Roshka DeWulf & Patten, a Phoenix-based law firm, announced today that all three of its Members: Paul J. Roshka, Jr.; John E. DeWulf, and Michael W. Patten were included in the 2007 list of The Best Lawyers in America®. Based on peer-reviews, this distinguished list is widely regarded as the nation’s top legal directory and foremost resource for legal services.

“We’re pleased to be recognized for excellence in our core practice areas,” said Paul Roshka, one of the firm’s Founding Members. “It’s especially satisfying knowing that the ranking is based on peer-review surveys, a crucial element in the endorsement of our firm’s talent.”

Paul J. Roshka – Commercial Litigation and Securities Law
Roshka, distinguished in the Commercial Litigation and Securities Law category, has a securities litigation, arbitration, mediation and enforcement practice. In addition, Roshka conducts internal corporate investigations and practices before a number of state agencies regulating securities, banking, real estate, insurance and accounting. Because of his extensive experience in the prosecution and defense of claims alleging violations of federal and state securities laws, he appears regularly before the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, the Arizona Corporation Commission, NASD Regulation, Inc., and the New York Stock Exchange, Inc. His work has previously been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America in the Business Litigator and Commercial Litigation categories.

An accomplished speaker and active member of numerous professional and civic associations, Roshka has been the chair and a panelist at a number of State and County Bar programs regarding securities litigation and administrative agency investigations and enforcement proceedings. He is a member of the State Bar of Arizona, Maricopa County Bar Association, the American Bar Association and the Securities Industry Association.

Roshka’s extensive community involvement includes serving on boards of several high profile organizations including Phoenix Children's Hospital and Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundation, Phoenix Suns Charities Board of Trustees, Children's Cancer Center and The Phoenix Zoo.

John E. DeWulf – Commercial Litigation
Also recognized for his work in Commercial Litigation, John DeWulf has strong expertise in the areas of contracts, business torts, trade secrets, real estate, securities, intellectual property, partnership and products. He has represented large multi-national clients, as well as regional and local businesses and individuals in a variety of business disputes.

As one of the firm’s Founding Members, DeWulf has substantial experience in complex commercial litigation, including handling numerous trials, hearings and other matters before state and federal courts. Because of his extensive experience in litigating business issues, DeWulf has also developed a successful practice in business counseling.

DeWulf is a frequent speaker on business litigation issues. He is an active member of State Bar of Arizona , the Maricopa County Bar Association, the State Bar of California, and American Bar Association, Section of Litigation, Committee on Business Torts; Business Law Section, Committee on Corporate Counsel. Serving his community, DeWulf is involved in numerous civic organizations and non-profits including: Youth Partners Foundation, Canyon State Academy and Social Venture Partners of Arizona.

Michael W. Patten - Communications Law and Energy Law
The firm’s third name partner, Michael Patten, was recognized in the specialties of Communications Law and Energy Law. Patten has extensive litigation experience and practices in the areas of telecommunications, public utilities, energy and environmental law. Patten appears regularly before the Arizona Corporation Commission on public utilities, energy and telecommunications matters and has participated in industry and Arizona Corporation Commission working groups concerning the development of regulatory schemes for competitive telecommunications services and competitive electric power services in Arizona.

Patten has published several works. He was the author of "Rulemaking and Regulatory Agencies in Arizona" in the Arizona Environmental Law Manual, was a co-author and co-editor of Arizona Environmental Law Handbook, a co-author of “Tapping Officials' Secrets: The Door to Open Government in Arizona," and an author of "Liabilities of Underground Storage Tank Ownership or Operation," in Environmental Management Review.

Patten is actively involved in many professional, civic and non-profit organizations. He is a member of the State Bar of Arizona, Maricopa County Bar Association and the American Bar Association. He serves as President of the Board of Newtown Community Development Corporation and is a member of the Community Land Trust of Tempe Advisory Council. He previously served as an officer and board member of the Tempe Community Council and as a commissioner with both the City of Tempe Transportation Commission and the City of Tempe Planning and Zoning Commission.

About Roshka DeWulf & Patten
Based in central Phoenix, Arizona, Roshka DeWulf & Patten is a results-oriented law firm that provides efficient and cost-effective solutions to its clients' problems.

Its nine lawyers serve a wide range of clients, from large national companies to regional and local businesses as well as individuals. Whether through litigation, negotiation or mediation, the firm’s focus remains set on providing the most pragmatic and highest quality legal services.

The firm was founded by attorneys who have practiced law in large firms, government agencies and as in-house counsel and who are recognized as leaders in their respective areas of practice. The firm's primary Practice Areas are: Business and Commercial Litigation, Energy, Telecommunications and Utilities Regulation, Internal Corporate Investigations and Securities Litigation and Enforcement.

For additional information please visit online at www.rdp-law.com or call 602-256-6100.

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