About Steven
Steven C. Dawson is a founding partner at Dawson & Rosenthal, P.C., a law firm specializing in insurance bad faith litigation, located in Sedona, Arizona. Licensed to practice law in Arizona since 1981, he is known for advocating on behalf of policyholders who have been wrongfully denied benefits under various insurance policies. The firm, situated at 25 Schnebly Hill Rd., Sedona, AZ 86336, focuses on issues related to health, homeowners, disability, automobile, and commercial liability coverage. Mr. Dawson earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University in 1978. He continued his education at the Arizona State University College of Law, where he received his Juris Doctor in 1981.
After completing his education, he began his legal career in Phoenix, handling complex bad faith litigation cases. In 1995, he co-founded Dawson & Rosenthal, P.C., where he has continued to advocate for clients facing insurance disputes, particularly those involving wrongful denials of claims. Throughout his career, Mr. Dawson has litigated numerous cases involving various insurance coverage issues. He has represented individuals, families, and companies in disputes against their insurance providers, showcasing his commitment to ensuring that clients receive the benefits they are entitled to. His expertise also extends to personal injury and wrongful death litigation, particularly in cases involving motor vehicle accidents and other incidents resulting from negligence. This breadth of experience gave him a understanding of the complexities surrounding insurance law.
Mr. Dawson is admitted to practice before several courts, including the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. The Supreme Court of the United States. His professional achievements have not gone unnoticed; he has earned an AV Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been selected for inclusion in Southwest Super Lawyers from 2007 to 2026. These accolades reflect his dedication to excellence in legal practice.
In addition to his legal work, Mr. Dawson is an active member of the American Association for Justice, particularly within the Insurance Practice Section, and holds a sustaining membership in the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association. He has also been featured in "Arizona's Finest Lawyers," an invitation-only directory that recognizes the state's most prominent and prestigious attorneys. Dawson & Rosenthal, P.C. maintains offices in Phoenix, Sedona, and San Diego, allowing the firm to provide comprehensive legal services to clients across Arizona and Southern California. The firm's selective caseload ensures that each client receives personalized attention and dedicated representation in complex insurance disputes.
