Emily Ward
About Emily Ward
Emily Ward is a Director at Fennemore, where she has worked since 2014, specializing in high-stakes litigation in federal and state courts. She has a distinguished legal background, including clerkships at various courts and recognition as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star.
Work at Fennemore
Emily Ward has been serving as a Director at Fennemore since 2014. In this role, she litigates high-stakes cases for both plaintiffs and defendants in federal and state courts across the United States. Her extensive experience in the legal field contributes to her effectiveness in managing complex legal issues and representing diverse clients.
Education and Expertise
Emily Ward earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law, graduating Summa Cum Laude and being inducted into the Order of the Coif. She completed her law degree from 2009 to 2012. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in History and Art History, also graduating Summa Cum Laude with Honors from the University of Arizona from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal expertise.
Background
Emily Ward has a diverse legal background, having held various clerkship positions. She worked as a Law Clerk at the United States Attorney's Office in Tucson, Arizona, for four months in 2012. She also served as a Law Clerk to Justice Robert M. Brutinel at the Arizona Supreme Court from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she was a Judicial Extern at the United States District Court for the District of Arizona in 2010 and a Law Clerk to the Honorable David Alan Ezra at the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas from 2013 to 2014.
Achievements
Emily Ward has received notable recognition for her contributions to the legal field. In 2020, she earned the State Bar of Arizona's Pro Bono Attorney of the Year award, highlighting her commitment to public service. She has also been recognized as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star from 2016 to 2021, an accolade awarded to no more than 2.5% of attorneys in each state, reflecting her professional accomplishments and reputation among peers.
Community Involvement
Emily Ward serves on the Board of Directors for the Florence Project for Immigrant and Refugee Rights program. Her involvement in this organization demonstrates her commitment to advocating for the rights of vulnerable populations and contributing to community welfare.