Our Team

J. Scott Conlon

Biography

Bill Drury is known not only throughout Arizona for his ability in a courtroom, but also across the nation for being a first chair trial attorney who is called upon to defend clients’ most difficult, high-profile cases.

He is one of an increasingly rare breed of trial attorney who clients turn to for his unmatched skill in the courtroom and experience in front of a jury.

During more than 30 years, he has tried hundreds of jury cases with a notable record of success in matters ranging from product liability, health care liability, catastrophic injury, and transportation litigation.

Bill’s achievements have caught the attention not only of clients, but also the business and legal communities, which have recognized him as a leading first chair trial attorney for industries including insurance, healthcare, and transportation. Prior to being selected to AZ Business Magazine’s Top 100 Lawyers list, Bill was named a Top Lawyer by the magazine Healthcare Law.

He has also been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America as “Lawyer of the Year” in Product Liability Litigation – Defense; repeatedly recognized by Super Lawyers; and honored by Chartis Insurance as one of its “Top Ten Lawyers,” among numerous other accolades.

In addition to his legal achievements and recognitions, Bill has been equally invested in his community through a variety of charitable organizations.

As co-founder of Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, Bill created an organization that has helped grant the wishes of thousands of children diagnosed with terminal or life-threatening medical conditions.

In addition, Bill is active in numerous professional organizations and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, a former chairman of ALFA International, a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, and a founder and former chair of the American Law Firm Association.

Additionally, Bill serves in the prestigious position as a member of the Drake University Board of Trustees, is past chair of Drake University’s National Alumni Board, and is a member of the Arizona State University Sun Devil Club.

Intelligence

Articles and Presentations
“Appellate Practice in the Trial Court: How to Effectively Use Appellate Strategy to Obtain and Preserve Trial Wins,” State Bar of Arizona Annual Convention, June 2013
Co-Author, “Another Step to Claim Resolution with a Medicare Claimant,” Medmarc “Rx Advisor,” June 2009

Community Activities
Drake University Board of Trustees
Past Chair, Drake University National Alumni Board
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America: Co-Founder; Director, 1979-1989; Executive Vice President, 1986-1987
Arizona State University Sun Devil Club

Results

Achievements
Defense victories recognized by the State Bar of Arizona’s Arizona Attorney magazine in its annual report of “Significant Defense Verdicts:”
Mepamsa and Camping World adv. Greenwood (2011)
L.A. Fitness Sports Club adv. Pellegrini (2010)
Coleman/Kimberly Quality Care adv. Henderson (2005)

Honors and Awards
AzBusiness Leaders Honoree, 2018 and 2019
“Lawyer of the Year, Product Liability Litigation – Defense,” The Best Lawyers in America® (Phoenix), 2014
The Best Lawyers in America® (Products Liability Defense, Insurance Law, Commercial Litigation), 2009-2018
Arizona Super Lawyers®, 2007-Present
“Top Ten Lawyers,” Chartis Insurance, 2012
Arizona’s Finest Lawyers (Sustaining Member), 2011
Featured in “Arizona’s Best Lawyers,” 2010
Top Lawyers, Arizona Business, 2008-2013
AV-Rated by Martindale Hubbell

Testimonials
“Bill and Chuck were VERY professional in their handlings of my case. They advised me of the pros and cons at each decision point, treating me as a respected member of the team. Each attorney is highly competent, knowledgeable and helpful.”
– Trish Stark

“William Drury had outstanding results. He has a customer-centric approach to strategy.”
– Cindy Khin | Chief Claims Officer| Medmarc Insurance Group

“Bill Drury is a gifted litigator. I am comfortable sending Bill out of state to defend cases in dangerous jurisdictions. He is one of those few individuals you call on for the no liability/high damages cases.”
– Kelley Green | Associate General Counsel | Halliburton

“Bill Drury’s firm, Renaud Cook Drury Mesaros, has an extremely cost-effective way to achieve good results in products liability litigation. They have knowledge, expertise, and are certainly the best law firm in Arizona.”
– Yves St. Arnaud | Director, Legal Services | Bombardier Recreational Products

“The attorneys of Renaud Cook law firm are my go-to guys in Phoenix. I have used them on a wide variety of cases in an insurance setting and have used them for both defense of insureds as well as defense attorneys in coverage actions. Both Messrs. Drury and Mesaros are excellent attorneys and just downright unimpeachable gentlemen who are an absolute pleasure to deal with.”
– Michael Fried | Chief Technical Claims Officer | LVL Claims Services, LLC

Bill Sowders and Bill Drury did a wonderful job investigating and getting to the bottom of what this case was about. This was a transfer from another attorney who had given up trying to get to the truth.
– Lisa Manzer | Vice President | AXIS Professional Insurance

Bill Drury

Biography

Jeff Hunter’s practice focuses on defending clients in trial, and his record of successes in the courtroom has been recognized by clients and media alike. He not only adeptly handles clients’ most challenging legal matters, he also helps companies craft strategies that contribute to their overall business goals. Jeff specializes in product and professional liability litigation and medical malpractice matters. Jeff has a depth of experience serving some of the nation’s largest insurance and healthcare companies. He doesn’t hesitate to pursue all avenues, including trial, to secure positive outcomes for his clients. His defense verdict in the matter Timothy Daniels et al. v. Rio Vista Surgical Associates, P.C. and Abedon Saiz was named one of Arizona’s most significant defense verdicts in 2016.

During his nearly 25 years practicing law, Jeff has successfully defended clients in a variety of other areas, including personal injury claims and commercial transactions. Clients benefit from Jeff’s experience in developing policies and procedures that reduce their risk of litigation and further their business’ growth. When litigation cannot be avoided, he is a strong advocate for the firm’s clients and has tried dozens of jury and non-jury trials in his career. During his career, Jeff has tried cases in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia and Utah, and has litigated federal court multi-district litigation, state court group actions and international arbitrations.

Jeff earned a law degree from Syracuse University, a master’s degree from Kansas State University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan. He is active in several legal organizations, including the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance, the Defense Research Institute and the Commercial Law League of America.

Intelligence

PUBLICATIONS

Author, “Nursing Care of the Patient Showing Suicidal Tendencies,” August/September/October 2018 edition of Arizona Nurse
Co-Author, “ALFA Insurance Law 50-State Compendium,” 2015
Contributor, “ALFA Insurance Law Compendium: Property & Casualty,” 2015
Contributor, “ALFA Insurance Law Compendium: Health, Accident, and Life,” 2015
Co-Author, “ALFA Insurance Law 50-State Compendium,” 2013
Contributor, “ALFA Insurance Law Compendium: Property & Casualty,” 2013
Contributor, “ALFA Insurance Law Compendium: Health, Accident, and Life,” 2013

PRESENTATIONS

“Loose Lips Sink Ships – Effective Use of Social Media,” Panel Discussion Moderator, ALFA Insurance Law Practice Group Roundtable, June 2015
“Ethical And Other Challenges Arising From An Insurer’s Assertion Of Coverage Defenses In Liability Policies,” March 2015
“Handling Claims and Litigation with Additional Insureds, Other Insureds, Insured Contracts and Other Carve-Outs or Exceptions to Exclusions,” March 2015
“Overview of Arizona Bad Faith Law,” RCDM Client Seminar, August 2013
“Assessing and Addressing Fraud in the Claims Environment,” CLM Live Training, August 2013
“Ethics and Best Practices for Handling and Resolving Litigation,” RCDM Client Seminar, June 2013
“The Current Status of the Indemnity Provision in Arizona,” MC Consultants Construction Defect Seminar, March 2012

Results

HONORS AND AWARDS

Super Lawyers® Rising Stars, 2012-2015

Jeff’s defense verdict in Timothy Daniels et al. v. Rio Vista Surgical Associates, P.C. and Abedon Saiz named one of Arizona’s most significant defense verdicts in 2016. This award is Jeff’s second trial to be designated as one of Arizona’s most significant defense verdicts.

Jeff Hunter

Biography

Miles Masog is a litigator whose practice serves clients in the construction and insurance industries. He is experienced litigating matters ranging from construction defects to insurance defense (including auto, medical malpractice, personal injury and products liability). Miles has both arbitration and trial experience in the areas of construction defect, insurance defense, and products liability. Additionally, Miles serves both domestic and international clients with business planning and corporate transactional work. Further, Miles also serves clients with estate and tax minimization planning.

Miles takes an aggressive approach to resolving client issues in a timely manner, and turns to litigation when necessary. He helped draft the Response Brief in the Arizona Court of Appeals construction defect case, MT Builders v. Fisher Roofing, which resulted in a published opinion. Additionally, he helped draft the dispositive motion that ultimately evolved into the Supreme Court case of Yanni v. Tucker Plumbing, Inc. He also helped defend against Plaintiffs’ Writ of Certiori in the Supreme Court, the Supreme Court ultimately denying Plaintiffs’ Writ. Miles also drafted a portion of the Response Brief in the Arizona Court of Appeals construction defect case, Jokake v. Elward.

Before joining Renaud Cook Drury Mesaros, Miles’ practice was focused on civil litigation, transactional business formation, business and estate planning, and business and real estate transaction law. Previously, while in law school, he served as an Assistant District Attorney at Ventura County District Attorney’s Office in California.

When he is not working, Miles donates his time to serve as an officer at one of the 30 largest charitable organizations in Arizona. Additionally, Miles spends time with his wife and three kids, and enjoys soccer, college football, and amateur astronomy, and making contributions in the Phoenix community.

Intelligence

“Navigating Liability for Defective Products,” Tuesday, Aug. 28 issue of Construction Executive

“Perspectives on Dealing With Indemnity Clauses,” Monday, Sept. 10 issue of Construction Executive

Results

RECOGNITIONS

Miles Masog has been recognized by SuperLawyer 2014-Present.

Miles Masog

Biography

With more than 33 years of legal experience in the insurance industry, Steve Mesaros is committed to leading the firm’s insurance litigation teams in ways that deliver value to clients. A business executive as well as a seasoned litigator, Steve knows firsthand the challenges his clients face when running their business. He understands the importance of being practical, efficient, creative and results-oriented to achieve success for his clients and the firm.

A trial attorney who serves clients in the insurance industry, much of Steve’s practice involves commercial litigation, professional liability and insurance coverage and bad faith litigation. He serves as chair for the firm’s Professional Liability Litigation and Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation practice groups, and is relied upon by many of the nation’s largest insurance companies for his abilities in the courtroom. Steve has experienced a great deal of success inside the courtroom during his career, including numerous multi-million dollar judgments earned on behalf of clients.

Under Steve’s leadership in recent years, the firm has been nationally recognized in U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Best Law Firms” in the country and among the best product liability litigation firms in Phoenix.

Intelligence

PUBLICATIONS

“ALFA Insurance Law 50-State Compendium,” co-author, 2005-2014

Contributor, “A Fifty-State Reference of Significant Case and Statutory Law Related to Life, Accident and Health Insurance Claims and Litigation,” ALFA International, 2004

Contributor, “Significant Case and Statutory Law Related to Health, Accident and Life Insurance Claims and Litigation, a Multi-State Survey,” ALFA International, 2003

Results

HONORS AND AWARDS

Top Lawyers (Commercial Litigation), Arizona Business, 2013

Martindale-Hubbell AV-Rated

RESULTS ACHIEVED FOR CLIENTS

Won the appeal in the Ninth Circuit by obtaining the reversal of a judgment in favor of the Diocese of Phoenix to pay over $1,500,000 in indemnity arising out of settlements of priest child abuse claims. It was a total victory with an order for the District Court to enter judgment for Interstate Insurance Company on all claims. A published opinion has been obtained which can be used to win future cases in all of the Ninth Circuit states.

After exchange of initial disclosures, plaintiff agreed our client had no liability and moved to dismiss our client with prejudice.

Obtained summary judgment on insurance coverage breach of contract and bad faith counts with no witness depositions being taken.

Took over a case tried by another firm after a judgment was entered for more than $34 million in compensatory and punitive damages based on admitted liability. Our appeal resulted in reversal of the prior judgment and new trial on all damage issues. The case then settled for the amount offered before the first trial.

Steve Mesaros

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