Sheila Carmody

Sheila Carmody's practice is concentrated on complex litigation with an emphasis on defense of insurance companies and manufacturers in class action cases, multi-jurisdictional litigation and general commercial litigation. She serves as coordinating and local counsel for insurers and manufacturers in national and Arizona litigation in various disputes as well as bad faith and coverage matters.

Professional Recognition and Awards

•The Best Lawyers in America , Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Defendants (2007-2020)
•Gold 'n Gavel Star for 1981, ASU Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law (2017)
•Southwest Super Lawyers , Business Litigation (2007-2009, 2013)
•Outstanding Alumna: Class of 1981, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law (2011)
•Arizona's Finest Lawyers
•Super Lawyers , Business Litigation - Corporate Counsel Edition (2008-2010)
•Greater Phoenix Attorney at Law Magazine feature story, The Women of Snell & Wilmer (December 2009)
•Best of the Bar: Chosen by Arizona Peers as Top Litigator (2003)

Community Involvement

•St. Vincent de Paul, Member and Counselor
•Representation of parents of disabled children in Guardianship proceedings

Other Professional Experience

•Lewis and Roca LLP, Partner (1982-2001)

Related News & Events

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Eleven Snell & Wilmer attorneys recognized as a 2019 Lawyer of the Year

• Nov 08
Three Snell & Wilmer Partners Recognized as Gold 'n Gavel Stars for Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law 50th Anniversary

• Aug 15
The Best Lawyers in America 2018 Lists 133 Snell & Wilmer Lawyers as Leaders in Their Field

• Aug 17
The Best Lawyers in America 2016 Lists 128 Snell & Wilmer Lawyers as Leaders in their Field
In addition, 19 Snell & Wilmer attorneys recognized as a 2016 “Lawyer of the Year”

• Aug 18
The Best Lawyers in America 2015 Lists 123 Snell & Wilmer Lawyers as Leaders in Their Field

• Aug 19
The Best Lawyers in America 2014 Recognizes 119 Snell & Wilmer Attorneys as Leaders in Their Field

• Aug 12
Super Lawyers 2013 Recognizes 96 Snell & Wilmer Attorneys
Also Names 45 Firm Attorneys to the 2013 Rising Stars List

• Sep 04
The Best Lawyers in America 2013 Recognizes 114 Snell & Wilmer Attorneys as Leaders in Their Field

• Sep 19
Three Snell & Wilmer Attorneys Honored at Arizona State University Alumni Reunion

• Sep 06
The Best Lawyers in America Recognizes 99 Snell & Wilmer Attorneys as Leaders in Their Field

• Jul 29
Snell & Wilmer Congratulates its 99 Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2011

• Oct 21
Ninety-Nine Snell & Wilmer Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America 2011

• Dec 01
The Women of Snell & Wilmer

• Aug 01
Ninety-Eight Snell & Wilmer Attorneys Listed in Best Lawyers in America 2010

• Jul 10
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