SCOTTSDALE—June 23, 2025 – Aprio Legal is pleased to announce that veteran litigator and former municipal judge Lori A. Metcalf has joined the firm as Director. She joins from a large national law firm.
A seasoned litigator and former Municipal Court Judge for the City of Phoenix, Lori brings more than three decades of experience in complex civil litigation, including construction law, medical malpractice, labor and employment law, and government liability. She has also represented numerous dental and medical facilities and their providers, giving her unique insight into the legal needs of healthcare professionals. Her extensive experience strengthens Aprio Legal’s ability to serve clients across highly regulated and technically complex industries.
Lori served as a Municipal Court Judge for the City of Phoenix for over 14 years, where she presided over thousands of matters and developed a reputation for fairness, efficiency, and legal rigor. She also served as general counsel for an international construction company, managing high-stakes litigation and providing strategic legal counsel on large-scale public infrastructure projects across Arizona, California, and Virginia.
“Lori is a respected leader whose career spans the courtroom, the bench, and the boardroom,” said Andy Kvesic, CEO of Aprio Legal. “She has handled complex legal matters with exceptional skill and brings a track record of delivering meaningful results for clients. Lori’s arrival strengthens our litigation capabilities and supports our mission to provide integrated legal and advisory services that meet clients’ needs from every angle.”
Licensed in Arizona and admitted to practice in federal court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Lori has successfully defended clients in state and federal courts, including securing defense verdicts in complex jury trials involving construction claims, employment disputes, and medical malpractice matters. She is also an adjunct professor at Arizona State University.
Lori joins Aprio Legal’s multidisciplinary litigation team, which includes experienced trial attorneys and arbitrators who are sought out by businesses across Arizona and the U.S. to manage litigation, internal investigations, and compliance matters.
“Becoming part of Aprio Legal is an exciting step forward in my career,” said Lori. “It’s a privilege to join a team of attorneys whose depth of experience and commitment to client service truly stand out. I’m especially energized by Aprio’s integrated model — combining legal, accounting, and advisory services — to deliver more comprehensive solutions to our clients.”
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About Aprio Legal
Aprio Legal is a full-service ABS law firm delivering integrated legal and advisory solutions to help clients grow with confidence. Formed by the combination of Radix Law and Aprio, Aprio Legal brings together attorneys, CPAs, tax professionals, and business advisors to deliver a seamless, client-first experience. Licensed under Arizona’s ABS Program, Aprio Legal is headquartered in Scottsdale and serves a variety of business and individual clients. AprioLegal.com
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Aprio is the brand name under which Aprio, LLP, and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, deliver professional services. Since 1952, clients throughout the U.S. and across more than 50 countries have trusted Aprio for guidance on how to achieve what’s next. As a premier business advisory and accounting firm, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, delivers advisory, tax, managed, and private client services to build value, drive growth, manage risk, and protect wealth, and Aprio, LLP, provides audit and attest services. With proven experience and genuine care, Aprio serves individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses, from promising startups to market leaders alike. Aprio has grown to 2,000+ team members providing solutions to clients in industries including Manufacturing and Distribution, Non-Profit and Education, Professional Services, Real Estate, Construction, Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality, Government Contracting, and Technology. Aprio.com
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