Kraig J. Marton
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Case Highlights
Stopping a runaway media (defamation):
Convinced Arizona Supreme Court that Arizona's media
retraction statute is unconstitutional (Boswell v. PNI);
then establish the privacy standards that are applicable to Arizona
public officials (Godbehere v PNI). Helped keep the media, and
others, honest by suing often and by receiving many
substantial verdicts in defamation trials. (e.g., Dombey v. PNI and
Chilton v. CBD)
Protecting the rights of those who can't
(employment): Forced a city to hire an employee with
history of cancer; legally compelled another to reinstate
an employee who had been wrongly terminated; successfully sued
numerous employers for discrimination, harassment, retaliation and
civil rights violations. Kraig has also convinced many
employees to not make claims against employers.
Helping health care practitioners through sticky issues
(health care): He has assisted dozens of professionals
impaired by drugs and alcohol into recovery and helped
them manage a variety of
legal challenges facing them during the disciplinary
process. He has represented well over 150 physicians and numerous
other healthcare professionals in front of their licensing boards
and helped many healthcare professionals when facing malpracitce or
patient issues.
Get to Know Kraig in His Own Words
"My goal is to help people quickly and equitably solve
their legal problems. I like to use all the tools that are
available to a lawyer. If possible, we explore settlement,
mediation, discussion or persuasion. If that is not possible, we
litigate and do so aggressively. I aim for justice and a fair
result."
"I still love the practice of law. I like to make a difference
in people's lives and find that the legal system is one of the best
ways now available to do that."
Professional Experience
Healthcare: Primarily represents "professionals
in trouble." Kraig has represented hundreds of healthcare
professionals in front of licensing boards, primarily M.D.s, but
also D.O.s, D.C.s, nurses, physical therapists, homeopaths,
naturopaths, and others. He also assists with other
healthcare issues from medical malpractice to peer review;
from regulatory issues to insurance coverage and from best
practices to managed care issues.
Employment: Primarily represents employees and
small to mid-size employers. Kraig has litigated numerous
employment cases including discrimination, wrongful discharge,
sexual harassment, whistle blowing, and wage and hour claims. He is
responsible for many noteworthy reported employment decisions and
he sees himself as a protector of the "little guy."
First Amendment: Kraig has brought suit against
most of the major media in the state of Arizona and is responsible
for many of the significant defamation decisions issued from
Arizona Courts in the last twenty years. He has pursued the
national media on occasion. He also counsels clients on
pre-publication review, insurance coverage, and internet and
technology issues.
Complex Litigation practice: He has substantial
experience covering a broad range of issues including: racketeering
claims, insurance coverage, contracts and personal injury
cases.
Kraig has been listed in Woodward & White's
publication, "Best Lawyers in America," in three different areas,
Healthcare, Employment, and First Amendment law (Only around 800
Arizona lawyers are listed in that publication and few are
listed more than once.)
Kraig is often called upon to speak about current topics on
employment law, healthcare law, defamation and litigation.
Professional and Civic Service
- Board Member, Arizona Employment Lawyers Association
- Past President and former Board Member, Arizona
Association of Healthcare Lawyers
- Disciplinary Officer, State Bar of Arizona
- Member, State Bar of Arizona, Membership Assistance
Committee
- Member, Arizona Medical Association, Public Health
Committee
- Member, State Bar of Arizona, Jury Instruction Committee
- Member, church choir
- Frequent speaker on First Amendment, health care law and
employment law
- Past member, State Bar of Arizona, Board of Governors
Education
J.D., cum laude, Arizona State University, 1974
B.S., Physics, Carnegie Tech (now Carnegie Mellon University),
1971
Bar Admissions
Arizona, 1974
U.S. District Court, Districts of Arizona, 1975
9th Circuit Court of Appeals, 1975
United States Supreme Court, 1980
Numerous pro hac admissions in other jurisdictions
Client Testimonials
"I was very fortunate to have been referred to Kraig Marton's
office after my employment was terminated. Since this was my first
time seeking legal advice, I was entering uncharted territory; but
Kraig, and his team made me feel extremely comfortable and the
service I received was exceptional. What I found most compelling is
how Kraig takes a personal interest in his clients and how he is
candid in his evaluation of the merits of one's case. Not only did
he brilliantly pursue my claim, he also was able to secure a higher
severance package than I ever expected! Kraig's exceptional
negotiation skills and legal aptitude prove to be a winning
combination. I hold Kraig and his team in high esteem-they are
'best in class'." - Client, R.S.R.
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