Stephen Best is member of Buchalter’s Litigation practice group in the Firm’s Scottsdale office. Mr. Best represents a wide variety of companies in general commercial litigation matters, with an emphasis in representing construction companies, contractors, subcontractors and design professionals in claims involving construction defects. He also regularly advises these companies in reviewing and negotiating various construction contracts and subcontracts involving large-scale commercial projects.
Mr. Best is licensed both in Arizona and California, and regularly practices in both states. Mr. Best has achieved successful outcomes for many of his clients, including successfully litigating cases through trial and appeal before both the Arizona Court of Appeals and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Mr. Best is also fluent in Japanese and part of Buchalter’s Japanese Practice Group. He is able to assist Japanese clients with representative matters within the United States.
Mr. Best was recognized in the Best Lawyers in America, Construction Law and Litigation for 2023-2026.