Jennings Strouss Attorney Julia S. Acken Named as One of Az Business magazine’s “Most Influential Women in Arizona Business” for 2021

July 2, 2021

Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix, AZ (July 2, 2021) – Jennings, Strouss & Salmon, P.L.C., a leading Phoenix-based law firm, is pleased to announce that attorney Julia S. Acken was named as one of Az Business magazine’s “Most Influential Women in Arizona Business” for 2021.

“It is such an honor to be selected to be part of this year’s ‘Most Influential Women in Arizona Business,’” stated Julia S. Acken. “I am grateful to be surrounded by people that empower me to not only show up for clients and colleagues, but for my community as well."                          

This year is the 10^th anniversary of Az Business magazine honoring the “Most Influential Women in Arizona Business.” From an applicant pool of more than 2,000 women, Az Business magazine carefully selects 50 of those women based on their impact to their organizations, to the region’s business climate, and to their communities.

“We are extremely proud of Julia for being named one of the ‘Most Influential Women in Arizona Business,’” stated John C. Norling, Managing Attorney. “It is no question that Julia is deserving of this honor. She is an excellent attorney with an incredible commitment to community.”

Acken focuses her practice in labor and employment law. She has defended numerous companies in gender, race and disability discrimination cases in state and federal court. Acken also has wide-ranging experience representing both public and private entities in EEOC claims, wage payment/overtime, wrongful termination, internal and external compliance audits, internal investigations, and state and federal leave issues. She also currently serves as the Chair of the Firm’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Chair of the Firm’s Recruiting Committee, and is a member of the Board of Directors for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central and Northern Arizona.

About Jennings, Strouss & Salmon, PLC

For over 75 years, Jennings Strouss has been dedicated to providing clients with strategic legal guidance to help them seize every opportunity. The firm is well-known for its rich heritage, commitment to community, and long-lasting relationships. We have a deep understanding of business and law. When you work with us, you’ll have a team of legal experts who are dedicated to your vision of success.

Through our offices in Phoenix, Peoria, and Tucson, Arizona, and Washington, D.C., we leverage resources both regionally and nationally to serve our expanding client base. Jennings Strouss is deeply rooted in each of our locations’ legal and business communities, and is especially instrumental in helping shape the dynamic growth of Arizona and many of its institutions. The firm promotes a pragmatic, results-oriented approach, coupled with a healthy, well-managed, and friendly atmosphere of collaboration.

Our primary areas of practice include advertising and media law; agribusiness; automobile dealership law; bankruptcy, restructuring, and creditors’ rights; construction; corporate and securities; eminent domain and condemnation; employee benefits and pensions; energy; estate planning and probate; family law and domestic relations; finance; healthcare; insurance defense; intellectual property; labor and employment; legal ethics; litigation; medical malpractice; mergers and acquisitions; professional liability defense; real estate; surety and fidelity; and tax.

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