Fennemore

In 1885, two law students named Richard Sloan and Louis Chalmers traveled west from Ohio by train with little more than a few dollars in their pockets. After stops in the Pacific Northwest and California, they established the law firm of Sloan & Chalmers in downtown Phoenix, Arizona, then a city of just 5,500 people. Although their means were modest, their vision was bold - they imagined a firm dedicated to building up people, businesses, and communities. That vision became the foundation of what would evolve into Fennemore, a full-service Am Law 200 business law firm that has grown to span more than 20 offices across the Western United States.

Today, Fennemore stands as a testament to its founders' foresight, leading the market in employee retention, job satisfaction, and unparalleled client service. The firm has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing law firms in the country, ranking in the top five for revenue growth among all Am Law 200 firms according to The American Lawyer's 2025 report. Fennemore embraces change and drives innovation through initiatives like Project BlueWave AI and DOT (Dynamic Optimization Technology), an AI assistant available to the entire firm. The firm's purpose remains unchanged: to help clients and employees thrive by creating possibilities through forward-thinking advocacy, creativity, and genuine caring.