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"Craig has a breadth of experience in law, government and energy. He is well connected and is able to open many doors for his clients. I find Craig easy to work with and he always provides value to the process." August 5, 2009
Jeff Hatch-Miller, Former Chairman, Arizona Corporation Commission
"I have worked with Craig both as opposing counsel and as co-counsel in a number of residential and commercial development and public service company matters. In every case, Craig was pleasant and professional. I feel confident in referring clients to him that they will be well served. I greatly appreciate Craig's careful contract drafting skills and intimate knowledge of the Arizona Corporation Commission's preferences and prior decisions." August 20, 2010
Michele Van Quathem, Shareholder at Ryley Carlock & Applewhite
"I am a customer of Arizona American Water and met Craig in 2007 at the rate hearing before the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC).
As I sat, listened and observed Craig (representing the "enemy"), I was truly impressed by his porfessional skill, knowledge, demeanor, and presentation. His ability to clearly define and rebut issues of examinations of record clearly demonstrated he was the best amongst the rest including:ACC Staff, RUCO, and our own Anthem counsel.
At a recess, I commended Craig and we remained respectful and mindful of each other's position. He accomplished his job that resulted in a 48% increase in my water bill.
While not happy about the bill, I am pleased to recommend him to others for the above reasons. He is not only good at was he does, he is a gentleman." July 20, 2009
Bob Golembe, Anthem Community Water Rate Advocate
"I worked with Craig on several utility rate cases and development related agreements. Craig always provided excellent service and results, and expert knowledge of the regulatory environment." July 16, 2009
Ian Crooks, Director of Operations - Central AZ at American Water
"In working with Craig he demonstrated not only a gifted legal mind but also was a major contributor in developing business strategies that helped move our company toward a better financial future. Craig's ability to combine his legal skills, business acumen and ability to build business relationships set him far above any other attorney I've worked with." June 24, 2009
Joseph Harris, Vice President - Treasurer at Arizona Water Company
"Craig is an excellent attorney with a vast knowledge of utility law. He was able to use that knowledge and his experience to produce financial results for the company. He also was personable and professional, with an ability to work with all departments." June 8, 2009
James Greenwood, Sr. Financial Analyst, Pinnacle West Capital Cp.
"Craig's experience with and knowledge of the workings of Arizona Corporation Commission and regulated utilities was invaluable in reaching a favorable outcome in a multimillion dollar complaint with a local utility provider. Craig has also done excellent work reviewing and negotiating various utility service contracts and line extension agreements." June 5, 2009
Rob Bassett, Assistant Vice President, Westcor
"I have had the pleasure to work with Craig on many occasions and issues. I have found Craig to be a skilled attorney who gets to the heart of issues quickly, helps chart a thoughtful course of action, and delivers desired outcomes. Craig is not only skilled in his legal knowledge, but he has also demonstrated himself to be one of the best stategy setting regulatory attorneys I have worked with. Craig's understanding of the dynamics of personalities and processes of the Arizona Corporation Commision has made him invaluable in many of our rate cases." June 4, 2009
Troy Day, Vice President, Operations, Arizona American Water Co.
"I have worked with Craig on numerous legal proceedings over the past 10 years and have found Craig to be extremely knowledgeable on utility legal proceedings related to the Commission (rate cases, CCN applications, etc.) and the development of complex water/wastewater infrastructure development agreements. He is a pleasure to work with and has the unique ability to take complex issues and develop basic, down to earth legal solutions that all parties find acceptable. I have found that he represents his clients well and provides a realistic picture of business options and approaches. In the most contested situations, Craig maintains his composure, stays focused on the issues and has a calming demeanor about him. He is one of the best in the industry." June 29, 2009
Fred Schneider, VP of Engineering at Arizona Water Company
"Craig is an attorney who can understand and synthesize both legal aspects and business aspects on issues and provide valuable insight for business decisions. He is also a great negotiator and one you want on your side of the table. While we worked together Craig was an important contributor and key member of my team. I can recommend him without reservation for any number of legal and business roles." June 5, 2009
Paul Townsley, President of Arizona American Water
"I worked with Craig both at Citizens Utilities and American Water. At Citizens, as Associate General Counsel, I presented Craig with several difficult employee issues. I knew I could count on him to give outstanding legal advice. I always found Craig to be accessible, knowledgeable and well prepared. He was well respected by Management.
At American Water, Craig participated in numerous training programs I facilitated. He was always an excellent participant, asking stimulating questions, totally engaged and encouraging to other participants.
Craig Marks represents his profession very well. He is the consummate professional." July 21, 2009
Karroll K. Alexander, Training Master at The Alexander K. Group
Jeff Hatch-Miller, Former Chairman, Arizona Corporation Commission
"I have worked with Craig both as opposing counsel and as co-counsel in a number of residential and commercial development and public service company matters. In every case, Craig was pleasant and professional. I feel confident in referring clients to him that they will be well served. I greatly appreciate Craig's careful contract drafting skills and intimate knowledge of the Arizona Corporation Commission's preferences and prior decisions." August 20, 2010
Michele Van Quathem, Shareholder at Ryley Carlock & Applewhite
"I am a customer of Arizona American Water and met Craig in 2007 at the rate hearing before the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC).
As I sat, listened and observed Craig (representing the "enemy"), I was truly impressed by his porfessional skill, knowledge, demeanor, and presentation. His ability to clearly define and rebut issues of examinations of record clearly demonstrated he was the best amongst the rest including:ACC Staff, RUCO, and our own Anthem counsel.
At a recess, I commended Craig and we remained respectful and mindful of each other's position. He accomplished his job that resulted in a 48% increase in my water bill.
While not happy about the bill, I am pleased to recommend him to others for the above reasons. He is not only good at was he does, he is a gentleman." July 20, 2009
Bob Golembe, Anthem Community Water Rate Advocate
"I worked with Craig on several utility rate cases and development related agreements. Craig always provided excellent service and results, and expert knowledge of the regulatory environment." July 16, 2009
Ian Crooks, Director of Operations - Central AZ at American Water
"In working with Craig he demonstrated not only a gifted legal mind but also was a major contributor in developing business strategies that helped move our company toward a better financial future. Craig's ability to combine his legal skills, business acumen and ability to build business relationships set him far above any other attorney I've worked with." June 24, 2009
Joseph Harris, Vice President - Treasurer at Arizona Water Company
"Craig is an excellent attorney with a vast knowledge of utility law. He was able to use that knowledge and his experience to produce financial results for the company. He also was personable and professional, with an ability to work with all departments." June 8, 2009
James Greenwood, Sr. Financial Analyst, Pinnacle West Capital Cp.
"Craig's experience with and knowledge of the workings of Arizona Corporation Commission and regulated utilities was invaluable in reaching a favorable outcome in a multimillion dollar complaint with a local utility provider. Craig has also done excellent work reviewing and negotiating various utility service contracts and line extension agreements." June 5, 2009
Rob Bassett, Assistant Vice President, Westcor
"I have had the pleasure to work with Craig on many occasions and issues. I have found Craig to be a skilled attorney who gets to the heart of issues quickly, helps chart a thoughtful course of action, and delivers desired outcomes. Craig is not only skilled in his legal knowledge, but he has also demonstrated himself to be one of the best stategy setting regulatory attorneys I have worked with. Craig's understanding of the dynamics of personalities and processes of the Arizona Corporation Commision has made him invaluable in many of our rate cases." June 4, 2009
Troy Day, Vice President, Operations, Arizona American Water Co.
"I have worked with Craig on numerous legal proceedings over the past 10 years and have found Craig to be extremely knowledgeable on utility legal proceedings related to the Commission (rate cases, CCN applications, etc.) and the development of complex water/wastewater infrastructure development agreements. He is a pleasure to work with and has the unique ability to take complex issues and develop basic, down to earth legal solutions that all parties find acceptable. I have found that he represents his clients well and provides a realistic picture of business options and approaches. In the most contested situations, Craig maintains his composure, stays focused on the issues and has a calming demeanor about him. He is one of the best in the industry." June 29, 2009
Fred Schneider, VP of Engineering at Arizona Water Company
"Craig is an attorney who can understand and synthesize both legal aspects and business aspects on issues and provide valuable insight for business decisions. He is also a great negotiator and one you want on your side of the table. While we worked together Craig was an important contributor and key member of my team. I can recommend him without reservation for any number of legal and business roles." June 5, 2009
Paul Townsley, President of Arizona American Water
"I worked with Craig both at Citizens Utilities and American Water. At Citizens, as Associate General Counsel, I presented Craig with several difficult employee issues. I knew I could count on him to give outstanding legal advice. I always found Craig to be accessible, knowledgeable and well prepared. He was well respected by Management.
At American Water, Craig participated in numerous training programs I facilitated. He was always an excellent participant, asking stimulating questions, totally engaged and encouraging to other participants.
Craig Marks represents his profession very well. He is the consummate professional." July 21, 2009
Karroll K. Alexander, Training Master at The Alexander K. Group
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