Each day, we’re spotlighting one of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2026, celebrating the organizations setting the standard for leadership, workplace culture, innovation and community impact. Today, learn more about Fennemore.

Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2026 will be celebrated at a special awards dinner on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, at Chateau Luxe in Phoenix. To learn more, click here.


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The Event Partner of the Most Admired Companies of 2026 celebration is BestCompaniesAZ, the Presenting Sponsor is Phillips Law Group, the Premier Sponsors are Amkor and Air2O, the Step and Repeat Sponsor is OneAZ Credit Union, the Spotlight Award sponsor is City of Hope Cancer Center Arizona, the Beverage Sponsor is Burch & Cracchiolo, the VIP Sponsor is Axiom Care, the Community Impact Sponsor is Evolve PR & Marketing, the Dessert Sponsor is RTX, the Floral Sponsor is CHASSE Building Team, the Floral Provider is PJs Flowers and the Production Sponsor is Merestone. The digital sponsor of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2026 is LAVIDGE.

Fennemore

Top Arizona executive: James Goodnow, CEO

What it does: Legal services

Why it’s admired: Fennemore has spent more than 140 years proving that tradition and innovation can thrive together. From pioneering AI in the legal industry to fostering an award-winning, people-first culture, the firm is constantly redefining what’s possible. Add a passion for community service, mentorship and client success, and it’s clear why Fennemore continues to blaze new trails while remaining proudly rooted in Arizona.