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Carrie M. Francis, Employment Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

focused on Employment and Litigation

Phoenix, AZ

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Carrie M. Francis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Based in
Phoenix, ARIZONA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).

About Carrie M. Francis: Carrie M. Francis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Carrie's practice areas in Phoenix

Carrie concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carrie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Carrie takes employment matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carrie agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Carrie takes litigation matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carrie agrees to represent you.

Biography

Carrie M. Francis, employment attorney serving Phoenix

Carrie M. Francis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Carrie works from Phoenix, Arizona and takes on employment matters across the region.

Carrie M. Francis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Carrie M., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carrie M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Carrie's approach to employment cases

Carrie M. Francis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Carrie M., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carrie M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic…

Clients Carrie works with

Carrie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Carrie studied and practices

  • Arizona State University

    J.D. · 2000

Carrie studied at J.D. in Arizona State University.

Law school and academic background

Carrie completed J.D. in Arizona State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carrie runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Carrie's legal honors and published work

Carrie has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).

Locations

Office locations for Carrie M. Francis in Phoenix, Arizona

Carrie's primary office is at Phoenix, Arizona, 85016. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Phoenix, Arizona 85016

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Hiring guide

How to hire Carrie M. Francis — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carrie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Carrie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carrie's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Carrie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Carrie

Carrie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Carrie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Carrie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Carrie M. Francis

  • How much does it cost to hire Carrie for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carrie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Carrie offer a free consultation?

    Carrie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carrie's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Carrie's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Arizona typically take?

    Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Carrie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Carrie take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?

    Carrie is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Carrie will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Carrie?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Carrie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Carrie accepting new employment clients right now?

    Carrie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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