Barbara J. Dawson
Partner
Barb Dawson's practice is concentrated in complex commercial litigation, financial institution matters and international matters. Her areas of focus include tax disputes, business torts, class actions, and alternative dispute resolution. Barb has experience with corporate compliance issues. She has served as Judge Pro Tempore and Mediator for Maricopa County Superior Court.
Professional Recognitions & Awards
Greater Phoenix Attorney at Law Magazine feature story,
The Women of Snell & Wilmer (December 2009)
Athena Award, Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (2009)
The Best Lawyers in America® (2008-2010)
The International Who's Who of Commercial Litigators (2008-2009)
Southwest Super Lawyers, Law & Politics magazine (2007-2009)
Top Lawyer for Complex Commercial Litigation, Arizona Business Magazine (2008-2009)
Forty Under 40 Award, Phoenix Business Journal
Volunteer of the Year, Volunteer Lawyers Program
Personal
Born in Iowa City, Iowa
Professional Memberships & Activities
Lex Mundi
Chair-Elect
Board of Directors (2006-present)
Dispute Resolution Committee, North American Chair (2008-present)
Diversity Taskforce Coordinator (2005-present)
Women and the Law Committee, Chair (2003-2005)
International Bar Association Annual Meeting, Program Co-Chair (2006)
American Bar Association, Section of Litigation
Commercial and Business Committee, Co-Chair (2008-present)
International Committee, Co-Chair (2007-2008)
Member of Leadership (1998-present)
American Bar Foundation (2005-present)
Arizona Bar Association
State Bar Convention Committee, Co-Chair (2006)
Legal Services Committee, Chair (1993-1995), Member (1991-1997)
Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education (formerly known as Arizona Bar Foundation)
Board of Directors, Chair (2004), Member (1998-2005), Fellow (2004-present)
Arizona Tax Research Association
Board of Directors, Member (2000-present)
Community Involvement
Homeward Bound
Board of Directors, Member (1997-2002)
Legal Committee, Chair (2000-2001)
Phoenix Public Defender Review Board Member (1994-1998)
Valley Leadership Class XVI Member