HAGENS BERMAN

Leonard W. Aragon - Partner

Mr. Aragon is a partner at Hagens Berman's Phoenix office. Prior to joining the firm, Leonard spent four years practicing in the areas of commercial litigation, election law and appellate advocacy at a Phoenix-based firm.

At his former firm, Mr. Aragon handled numerous initiative, referendum and redistricting matters, including representing the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission in lawsuits related to Arizona's congressional and legislative redistricting following the 2000 census. Additionally, he represented candidates from all levels of state and federal government.

Mr. Aragon has also represented every major hospital in the state against public and private insurers for reimbursement under Arizona's Medicaid system. He also has significant experience in diverse practice areas such as appellate advocacy, antitrust, bankruptcy, commercial lending, and environmental contamination.

Mr. Aragon is committed to pro bono and community service. He has represented numerous pro bono clients in the areas of insurance, immigration, family and contract law, and serves on the board of directors of EMPACT-SPC (one of Arizona's largest behavioral health organizations). He also recently served as the co-chair for a major Valley fundraiser benefiting children's charities.

Before attending college, Mr. Aragon was a scout for the 2/68 Armored Tank Battalion. During that time, he was awarded the Army Achievement Medal and several expert marksmanship badges.

Mr. Aragon graduated summa cum laude from Arizona State University in 1998 with degrees in History and Political Science. He received his J.D. from Stanford Law School in 2001. He is a member of the State Bar of Arizona and is admitted in Arizona and Colorado federal district court.