24 Jun 2026
Clyde & Co welcomes Stephen Hoffman as partner in US Trial & Defense practice
"Clyde & Co appoints Stephen Hoffman as partner in its US Trial & Defense practice in Phoenix; he will work on trial and defense matters, including insurance-related litigation."
Stephen is a trial lawyer with more than 30 years of litigation experience, specialising in complex commercial disputes, professional liability, toxic tort and general liability matters. He has tried more than 30 cases to verdict in state and federal courts across Arizona and New Mexico and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).
He joins Clyde & Co from Lewis Brisbois and brings a strong track record advising insurers and corporates, with long-standing client relationships across a range of industries. His practice is noted for its depth in high-stakes litigation and trial work and for delivering consistent outcomes for clients.
At Clyde & Co, Stephen will support the firm’s expanding presence in the Southwest, including Arizona and New Mexico, where demand for defense and insurance-related work is growing. He will also play a role in the firm’s national trial team, working with colleagues across the United States to deliver complex defense work and further develop client relationships.