Marsha Cotton has a multifaceted commercial litigation practice that includes advising clients on all aspects of risk assessment and dispute resolution. She regularly represents clients in all phases of litigation, including appeals.
Prior to joining Snell & Wilmer, Marsha served as a judicial law clerk at the Arizona State Court of Appeals, Division I and the U.S. District Court, District of Arizona.
Marsha is also dedicated to serving the community and maintains an active pro bono practice in which she provides a variety of legal services to clients who do not have the resources to pay customary legal fees.
Defended international non-profit organization affiliate in UCC-based breach of contract dispute
Defended marijuana dispensary owners in corporate governance dispute
Defended Fortune 500 health care organization concerning allegations of federal employment law violations
Defended national parcel logistics company concerning allegations of state and federal employment law violations
Defended national health care organization with respect to allegations of corporate negligence and medical malpractice
Represented national online travel companies seeking special action review before the Arizona State Court of Appeals and Arizona State Supreme Court
Represented hotel resort in petitioning the Arizona Supreme Court to review issues related to state and local tax interpretations
Represented international HVAC company regarding claims of intellectual property misappropriation
Defended national HVAC and refrigeration company in breach of contract dispute
Defended multiple resort companies during regulatory disputes with state and tribal government agencies
Counseled international musical instrument company in restructuring service agreement terms to help provide a safer environment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic
Counseled national material handling company regarding its efforts to create a standardized waiver and release of liability agreement
Represented golf cart manufacturer concerning breach of contract dispute
Advised multiple international gaming companies on compliance with Arizona’s sports betting, lottery, and games of chance laws
Represented individuals in probate matters related to quiet title actions
Represented minor as pro bono counsel before a federal immigration court
Arizona State University, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law (J.D., 2018)
Class of 2018 Dean's Award
William H. Pedrick Scholar
Associate Editor, Sports and Entertainment Law Journal
The University of Oklahoma, (M.Ed., 2015)
Southern Nazarene University (B.S., magna cum laude, 2013)
2013 NCCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship Team