Lisa J. Counters

Lisa J. Counters is a dedicated attorney at Schiffman Law Office, P.C., who has focused her career on representing consumers in disputes against insurance companies. With a unique background that includes successful stints in racetrack management and custom software sales, Ms. Counters brings a distinctive perspective to her legal practice. Basing her practice in Phoenix, Arizona, her legal practice encompasses a broad range of insurance coverage areas, including auto, health, disability, life and homeowners insurance.

Ms. Counters’ decision to pursue law was made at the young age of 13, driven by a desire to represent people over corporations. Her academic credentials include a J.D. from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law and a bachelor’s degree from Macalester College.

Since her law school days, Ms. Counters has committed her professional life to consumer advocacy, particularly in the realm of insurance. Her extensive experience has made her a knowledgeable figure in the field, particularly in long-term disability and insurance bad faith cases.

Ms. Counters also has significant experience working as in-house counsel for a medical provider, where she assisted patients in obtaining necessary payments and reimbursements for emergency medical services. She stands out as one of the few attorneys in Arizona who handles ERISA benefit litigation matters, advocating for employees’ rights to employer-provided insurance benefits. Additionally, she manages catastrophic personal injury cases, further showcasing her comprehensive legal abilities.

Ms. Counters’ legal skills have been recognized with various honors, including an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell and a "Superb" rating on Avvo. These accolades, coupled with her hands-on approach and commitment to her clients, make her a formidable advocate for consumer rights in the face of insurance disputes.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.