William “Bill” L. Brotherton, Jr.
General Information
- Bill Brotherton
- Male
- Phoenix, Maricopa Co., AZ, USA
Biographical Information
Rep. Elise Salinger died March 16, 1998 and she was replaced by William L. Brotherton, Jr. who was appointed March 20, 1998 as Representative for District 20 and he was sworn in March 23, 1998 (Journal of the House, 43rd Legislature, 1998, pp. iv, 641). The following is from ALIS for the 47th Arizona State Legislature, 2nd Regular Session (2006):
Bill Brotherton
Democrat District 14
Senate
1700 W. Washington
Room 311
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone Number: (602) 926-4485
Fax Number: (602) 926-3429
Email Address: [email protected]
Home City: Phoenix
Occupation: Attorney
Member Since: March 23, 1998
At a time when Arizona is experiencing unprecedented growth, Bill proudly wears his native badge as a third-generation Arizonan. At an early age Bill’s grandfather, Charlie Thomas, instilled in him a keen understanding of fulfilling a family pledge to public service. Charlie was the Chief of Police for Phoenix for over a decade. Bill hopes to pass this family tradition on to his two children: Billy, age 13 and Bianca, age 8. He and his wife, Uta, have been married for 19 years.
As a child growing up, Bill and his family lived in the Central Phoenix area where he attended school in the Osborn School District. Before his freshman year his family moved into the Glendale Union High School District where Bill attended Cortez High School. Bill played football all four years in addition to his studies. He graduated in 1980.
When Bill is not at the Legislature or working at his law firm, he spends most of his time with his family. Bill enjoys his role as father and is easily recognized on the campus of his children’s school. One of his favorite pastimes is coaching his kids’ Little League and flag football teams.
EDUCATION:
University of Arizona, College of Law
J.D., May 1987
Grand Canyon University
B.A. (History), May 1984
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
O’Steen and Harrison, 1992-present
Bresnehan, Gentile and Shriver, 1991-1992
Maricopa County Public Defender, 1988-1991
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE:
Arizona State Senate, 2003- Present
Arizona State Representative, District 20, 1998-2003
Chairman of District 17 Democrats, 1993-1994
Chairman of District 16 Democrats, 1990-1992
Intern, British House of Commons, 1985
Intern, Arizona House of Representatives 1984
MEMBERSHIPS and AWARDS:
Arizona State Bar
U.S. District Court Bar for Arizona
Governing Board of Trinity Cathedral (Episcopal)
Board of Trustees, Grand Canyon University 2003-2004
Board of Trustees, Grand Canyon University Institute of Advanced Studies
Board of Directors, Maricopa County Democratic Nucleus Club
2002 Freedom of Information Award, Arizona Newspaper Association
Ex Officio Member of WESTMARC
Past President, Trends 84 Homeowners Association
Former member Board of Directors and Chairman of Fundraising Committee, Grand Canyon Alumni Association
ACTIVITIES:
Little League and flag football Coach
Snow Skiing
Family Activities
Education
Juris Doctorate, University of Arizona Law School, 1987
Bachelor Arts: History, Grand Canyon University, 1984
Additional Information
appointed to House 3/20/1998 to fill vacancy from Elise Salinger’s deathEmployment
| Occupation | Title | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer/Judicial | attorney |
Arizona Legislative Service
| Session | Chamber | Party | District | City | County | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43rd Legislature, 2nd Regular | House | Democrat | 20 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) (2003-12) | Phoenix | Maricopa | sworn in March 23, 1998 to fill the seat of Rep. Elise Salinger who had died | |
| 44th Legislature, 1st Regular | House | Democrat | 20 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) (2003-12) | Phoenix | Maricopa | ||
| 44th Legislature, 2nd Regular | House | Democrat | 20 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) (2003-12) | Phoenix | Maricopa | ||
| 45th Legislature, 1st Regular | House | Democrat | 20 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) (2003-12) | Phoenix | Maricopa | ||
| 45th Legislature, 2nd Regular | House | Democrat | 20 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) (2003-12) | Phoenix | Maricopa | ||
| 46th Legislature, 1st Regular | Senate | Democrat | 14 - Maricopa (2003-12) (2022-) | Phoenix | Maricopa | ||
| 46th Legislature, 2nd Regular | Senate | Democrat | 14 - Maricopa (2003-12) (2022-) | Phoenix | Maricopa | ||
| 47th Legislature, 1st Regular | Senate | Democrat | 14 - Maricopa (2003-12) (2022-) | Phoenix | Maricopa | ||
| 47th Legislature, 2nd Regular | Senate | Democrat | 14 - Maricopa (2003-12) (2022-) | Phoenix | Maricopa |
Sources
Birth: AZ Leg 46-1R, 2006 Guide to 47th Legislature (green book)
Education: 2006 Guide to the Legislature (Greenbook)