Welcome to the Arizona Association of Defense Counsel's website. The AADC is an 800 plus member state-wide association of defense lawyers who represent individuals, corporations, and insurance carriers involved in civil litigation. The AADC is dedicated to the rule of law and the advancement of the judicial system for the betterment of the citizens of Arizona. The AADC has a long tradition that continues to shape its mission today.

We'll start off this year at the September 24, 2009 Past President's Kick-Off reception. We will be honoring Supreme Court Justice Ruth McGregor with our Distinguished Service Award. This award recognizes a lifetime commitment to excellence and integrity in the legal field. Past honorees include Justice Charles Jones, Judge Rebecca Albrecht, Ken Clancy, Dale Haralson, Denis Malm and Judge Margaret Downie.

Other events throughout the year include monthly luncheon CLEs and seminars focusing on particular interest groups including construction defect, auto negligence, medical malpractice, and government liability. We have social events throughout the year including the Annual Judicial Receptions in both Tucson and Phoenix, the Barry Fish Memorial Golf Tournament, and we sponsor a Spring Retreat for members. More information on upcoming events and registration is available through this website.

We have available to members the List Serve which allows open communication to other members. It is frequently used as a resource for expert witnesses, questions about motion practice and other issues. Other resources include our lawyer referral program that provides free consultation to an attorney facing a Bar complaint, and the Amicus Brief Committee that participates in significant cases before the appellate courts.

The AADC has several committees that work hard throughout the year. More information about each of these committees is available through this website. If you do not find what you are looking for on this website, contact our staff at 480-609-3999 or admin@azadc.org.

Thank you for exploring our website and do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of any assistance.

Andrew Petersen
President