Nick Verderame

Nick Verderame is an associate at Plattner Verderame Arizona Injury Lawyers in Phoenix, Arizona, where he devotes his practice to representing individuals and families who have suffered life-changing injuries. A native of Phoenix, he brings both deep local roots and a national perspective to his work. He focuses on wrongful death, product liability, catastrophic injury and personal injury cases, helping clients pursue justice and full compensation with skill, empathy and determination.

Mr. Verderame earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Maryland in broadcast journalism with a minor in sports, commerce and culture. After working for CBS Network News and ESPN, he went on to earn his Juris Doctor from the University of Arizona’s James E. Rogers College of Law. Before joining Plattner Verderame Arizona Injury Lawyers in 2016, he gained experience at two of the nation’s largest law firms, honing his litigation and advocacy skills on complex cases. He has also published nationally on sports-related concussions.

An active leader in the legal community, Mr. Verderame serves on the American Association for Justice’s Board of Governors, Political Action Committee Board of Trustees, and Organizational Review Committee. Within the Arizona Association for Justice, he is treasurer of the Executive Committee, chairs the Learn at Lunch Committee, and contributes to the Legislative Committee to improve the civil justice system.

Mr. Verderame’s dedication to excellence has been recognized by numerous honors, including The Best Lawyers in America Ones to Watch, the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, ASLA Top 40 Under 40 and NAOPIA Top 10 Attorney. 

Clients turn to Mr. Verderame for his thorough preparation, strategic insight and unwavering advocacy. He is known for combining strong trial skills with a practical, results-driven approach to achieve the most positive outcomes for those he represents.