Micalann C. Pepe

Micalann C. Pepe is a shareholder at Jaburg Wilk in Phoenix whose practice focuses on insurance coverage and bad-faith litigation. She also handles commercial and civil litigation, representing clients in disputes that require careful analysis of insurance obligations, litigation risks, and case strategy. Her work combines insurance-law experience with a broader litigation background, allowing her to address complex disputes in state and federal matters while providing practical guidance throughout the litigation process.

Micalann earned her J.D. cum laude from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University in 2011. She previously completed two undergraduate degrees at Arizona State University in 2008, graduating magna cum laude with a B.A. in Women and Gender Studies and a B.S. in Finance from the W.P. Carey School of Business. Her legal and business education provides a strong foundation for analyzing insurance issues, financial concerns, and litigation strategy.

Before joining Jaburg Wilk, Micalann gained courtroom experience through the City of Phoenix Prosecutor’s Office under a law student Rule 38(d) program, where she successfully first-chaired multiple bench and jury trials. She is admitted to practice in Arizona, the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Her experience includes insurance litigation, bad-faith disputes, and broader commercial and civil matters.

Micalann C. Pepe has held leadership roles with the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel, the American Bar Association’s Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section, and the Arizona Association of Defense Counsel. She has also contributed to insurance-law publications and serves in community leadership with Gabriel’s Angels. Her recognitions include Southwest Super Lawyers honors, Best Lawyers Ones to Watch, an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and Phoenix Magazine recognition for insurance coverage and bad-faith work.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Jaburg Wilk
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
• President, Arizona Association of Defense Counsel, 2022

Licensed State

• Arizona

Education

• Arizona State University, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Arizona State University, W.P. Carey School of Business
  Bachelor of Science (BS)
• Arizona State University, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)