Top Real Estate Lawyers Near Me in Phoenix Area

William F. Wilder has a diversified practice in the areas of public finance, corporate and securities law, real estate, probate and estate planning, and representation of corporate fiduciaries, with a primary emphasis on the representation of clients in all aspects of public finance law.  Bill has extensive experience in representing public entities and in serving as counsel to issuers, underwriters, indenture trustees, borrowing entities, and as bond counsel in connection with public financing transactions.  He also serves as a general counsel to a number of profit and nonprofit corporations.

Wayne Carroll is focused on helping business owners to protect "Inspired Ideas" in their business. These assets are the amazing ideas that business owners and their employees create and receive. To protect these ideas Wayne uses patents, trademarks, copyrights, and advises business owners how to keep valuable business secrets.. At Inspired Idea Solutions, we help business owners avoid costly mistakes with their intellectual property.

Tom Moring’s practice emphasizes complex real estate and commercial disputes, creditor’s rights, tort litigation and collections matters. Mr. Moring has extensive experience in managing and performing all aspects of litigation from initial investigation through discovery to trial. He began his career at one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the country, where he worked for and earned a place among some of the top litigation attorneys in Arizona. Throughout Mr. Moring’s career, he has been involved in a wide variety of civil litigation matters, most as lead counsel.

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The clients that come to me do so during a difficult time in their lives and need help. Dealing with financial problems is stressful. Creditor and collection agency harassment can be disturbing and can lead you to make decisions that are not in your best interests. As an experienced Arizona bankruptcy attorney, I have helped many clients find peace of mind that they deserve and I have done so with compassion and one-on-one help and advice.. My philosophy is simple, I use empathy and experience to help my clients find relief from debt, to find peace of mind. I personally help all my clients. I do all consultations, all analyses of a client’s case, basically all work necessary to help a client find that peace of mind that he/she deserves.. The logo, A Lawyer Who Cares™, is not just a logo; I do care about the success of client’s case and work to help them achieve success in an area of the law that, at times, can be daunting, confusing and frightening.

Scott Zwillinger represents small and midsize businesses and entrepreneurs in litigation involving all types of contractual relationships and agreements, corporate governance and ownership/membership disputes, real estate transactions, human resources related claims, matters related to loans and others types of financing, collection matters, commercial transactions and business operations.Scott also counsels clients before issues arise. Scott is proficient in developing and implementing pragmatic strategies and solutions designed to efficiently identify and resolve problems before they adversely affect business operations or lead to litigation.Scott also represents licensed individuals in matters before Arizona’s Office of Administrative Hearings, including matters concerning the Registrar of Contractors, Department of Financial Institutions and other regulatory agencies. Scott also represents fellow lawyers before the State Bar of Arizona, including serving as counsel in the largest and most complex attorney discipline matter in the history of the United States, The Members of the State Bar of Arizona adv. Thomas, Aubuchon and Alexander, PDJ-2011-9002.. In addition to his commercial practice, Scott has recovered millions of dollars in judgments and settlements to compensate those who have been catastrophically injured or lost loved ones as a result of the indifference, inaction, and sometimes violence of police, correction officers, correctional health providers and other government officials and employees. Notable results include the largest settlement in the State of Arizona for a public employee who was sexually assaulted on the job, a multi-million dollar settlement for an inmate viciously assaulted by known members of a prison gang, and numerous other settlements and judgments awarded to those who have been tragically injured by the failures of correctional health officials and providers.Scott is fortunate to have the opportunity to provide pro bono assistance to those who do not readily have access to the justice system. This has included counseling those who suffered as a result of the real estate crisis during the Great Recession, giving a voice to children caught in the middle of disputes between their parents, and counseling federal pro se litigants.Early in his career, Scott was honored to serve as a law clerk to the Hon. Mary H. Murguia, who was then a United States District Court Judge for the District of Arizona and now sits on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Samit Bhalala is an associate in the Lewis Roca's Business Transactions Practice Group. He utilizes his deep legal and business background to help clients navigate a wide range of complex corporate and real estate transactional matters.. Always putting the needs of his clients first, Samit has become a trusted advisor in all aspects of business affairs. Clients call on him to discuss strategy, draft complex agreements, negotiate terms, and resolve disputes.

Rochelle N. Poulton. Poulton Firm, PLLC assists clients with Business and Real Estate legal matters including:. Admitted to Practice: State Bar of Arizona, U.S. District Court- District of Arizona

Richard Klauer is a principal in the firm of Klauer & Curdie, handling real estate, employment, personal injury, and estate planning cases.  He welcomes clients and offers them experience and talents that contribute to successful outcomes. He has a vast background as a real estate attorney for developers, contractors, owners and buyers.. He shares his free time with two dogs and his wife. The practice of law is his main passion, and enjoys learning about the client's needs and how he can help them achieve their goals.  His military background in the Marine Corps gives clients the assurance that they will benefit from the services of a combat veteran who is not afraid of conflict, and will be there for the client.. Richard Klauer has experience as an Arizona Assistant Attorney General, and hearing officer for Maricopa County Planning and Development Department, and the Maricopa County Assessor's Office.. The staff at the law office of Klauer & Curdie are welcoming and competent to assist you in your legal needs.

Over the past thirty years, I have represented numerous individuals and businesses covering a wide range of Business and Real Estate matters. My business clients include restaurateurs, real estate investor/developers, landlords, tenants, real estate brokers, property managers, and convenience store owners. I has helped organize and form dozens of business startups, including LLC's, corporations and limited partnerships. Mindful of saving time and money for his clients, I promote resolving disputes through negotiated settlements rather than litigation. Prior to entering private practice, I was part owner and CEO of an established family-run construction-related business with over 100 employees. My experience as a business owner has given me priceless insight into the day-to-day operations that go in tandem with running a business.

Nicole practices in the areas of business and real estate litigation.  She has over 15 years representing clients in a full range of contested matters relating to residential and commercial real estate transactions, construction, and general business disputes.  Her clients include real estate brokers, mortgage lenders, general contractors, landlords, property owners, and small to medium sized businesses.

My transactional practice involves negotiating, preparing, and analyzing various types of commercial real estate transactions, including title, survey, financing and leasing in connection with industrial, office, retail, apartments, condominiums, hotels, ranches and residential subdivisions.. My litigation practice consists of a wide variety of commercial and civil litigation matters, including real estate and business disputes, contracts, construction claims, employment matters, homeowners' and community association disputes, boundary and property dispute, franchise disputes and others business related litigation.. Me and my wife have two children. I enjoy many outdoor sports including scuba diving, cycling, water skiing and snow skiing, fly fishing and deep-sea fishing.

My objective is to be a problem solver for my clients.  Often my clients are victims of financial wrongdoing or have complex litigation needs, for which they need and want a dedicated attorney and counselor who takes on their burden as my own.  I treat my clients as my good friends, and their problems as my problems.  I am very loyal to my clients who trust me to guide them through their legal difficulties.  I have enjoyed the heart felt hugs and gracious expressions of appreciation many times over the years, and that is the reward that keeps me striving for perfection in my representation of my clients.

Mr. Westby is skilled in finding solutions to personal and business challenges and believes that he can serve clients best by researching and identifying options that are creative, cost effective and that minimize conflict and litigation. His 40+ years of experience in law and real estate investment enable him to quickly zero in on critical issues, provide a clear analysis of options and give recommendations that make sense.. Mr. Westby practices in the areas of real estate law, civil litigation, family law, wills, estates, probates and trusts. In addition, the firm has expertise in Bankruptcy law, Estate litigation, Business formation, Formation of General Partnerships, Corporations and Limited Liability Companies, Business contracts and litigation, Adoption and child custody matters, guardianships and conservatorships, estate and trust administration.. Mr. Westby and his firm have earned a Martindale-Hubble AV rating, the highest rating awarded for ethics and professional competence.

Mr. Thornley is extremely well versed in both Criminal Law and Real Estate Law.. Mr. Thornley is a successful trial attorney in Phoenix Arizona. He spent years working for a large corporate defense firm. His experience was invaluable; however, he personally believes representation is more effective in a more personal environment where individual attention is on the client and not on the firm’s bottom dollar.. Mr. Thornley has earned a reputation for successful representation of clients in a range of criminal matters. He has effectively guided clients through some of the most serious crimes including manslaughter and serious sex crimes. His representation of clients has included those facing misdemeanors up to serious felonies with possible life sentences. Mr. Thornley’s extensive practice includes first chair trial experience in court rooms throughout the State of Arizona.. Over the years, Mr. Thornley’s training and understanding of law enforcement practices has led clients through sensitive government investigations. He has extensive experience with law enforcement agencies throughout the State of Arizona and dissecting issues that arise when law enforcement fails to conduct a thorough and ethical investigation.. Mr. Thornley has successfully resolved a number if significantly serious felonies and has persuaded authorities not to pursue charges. Mr. Thornley has been effective in aggressively pursuing his client’s rights when a case is charged.. Mr. Thornley has also been effective in representation of clients facing probation violations and restitution issues. In issues involving serious Sex crimes he has helped clients avoid lifetime probation and registration. Mr. Thornley has been successful in obtaining dismissals in many misdemeanor cases involving charges such as assault, disorderly conduct, criminal damage and domestic violence cases.. Inevitably, when clients face charges for a crime or crimes they did not commit, Mr. Thornley has shown to be effective and aggressive in pursuing a not guilty outcome and in many instances have received directed verdicts when the state has failed to live up to their burden.. In his very first jury trial, Mr. Thornley represented a client who was facing Life in Prison. Mr. Thornley’s client was acquitted of all counts after a 3-week trial.. During his time in law school, Mr. Thornley interned with Prosecutors in Gila Counties Dangerous Drugs division as well as with prosecutors of Avondale, Tolleson, and Buckeye where he prosecuted cases as an Arizona Supreme Court Certified Student.. Mr. Thornley is licensed to practice in every court in the State of Arizona including the Federal District of Arizona.. Mr. Thornley is also admitted Pro Hac Vice in the Washington DC Federal District Court.. Mr. Thornley is a member with the DUI Defense Lawyers Association.. We are happy to sit down for a free consultation to discuss how we can fight for you!. Don’t wait to call! When your life is on the line and so much is at stake, Thornley Law Firm can help relieve a stressful and terrifying situation.. Mr. Thornley has also held an active Real Estate License since 2013. He has been party to millions in purchases and sales. He has extensive experience in real estate transactions and has the expertise to know where and when problems may arise. Mr. Thornley also has experience with Home Owner’s Associations and the problems that may arise when dealing with these entities. Mr. Thornley has also assisted in property disputes and has assisted in successfully resolving a variety of property dispute issues.

Mr. Rose is a founding Senior Member and was the Chairman of the Board of Directors of The Cavanagh Law Firm from the firm’s inception in 1999 until 2011.. Practicing primarily in the areas of real estate and business transactions, Mr. Rose specializes in purchase and sale agreements, leases, shopping center development, commercial real estate finance, workouts and financial restructuring, office building development, lease and other commercial disputes, landlord and tenant remedies, zoning and land use issues, and appearances before administrative agencies.. He has participated in several local and national political campaigns.  He was previously chairman of the International Council of Shopping Centers Arizona Government Affairs Committee.. Active in the community, he is past chairman of the Chairman’s Circle of the Southwest Division of the American Cancer Society, a member of the American Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, and has served numerous terms on the Board of Directors of Phoenix Rotary 100, the oldest and largest Rotary club in Arizona.

Mr. Rakow graduated Summa Cum Laude from California Lutheran University and recieved his J.D. from The University of California. Terry recieved the award as a Southwest Super Lawyer, solidifying his stature in the practices of commerical litigation, corporate foreclosures/work outs, landlord and tenant, real estate, and transportation.

Mr. Kaffer was born in Belleville, Illinois, a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri. He attended McKendree University in Lebanon, Illinois, on a debate and academic scholarship; was a nationally ranked competitive debater; and, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree, having triple-majored in Philosophy, Speech Communication, and Political Science. He was honored upon his graduation as Illinois’ Speech and Theater Collegiate Student of the Year and presented with departmental honors in both Philosophy and Speech Communication. Thereafter, Mr. Kaffer moved to St. Louis, Missouri to attend Washington University School of Law. While at Washington University, he participated in Moot Court and was awarded for Excellence in Oral Advocacy. He also trained in alternative dispute resolution and mediation. Upon graduation, he moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where he was admitted to the State Bar of Arizona in 2004. Mr. Kaffer’s years of competitive public speaking and debate have provided him with a firm foundation for his effective advocacy for our clients. In addition, his specialized knowledge of mediation and communication skills have assisted in making him a skilled negotiator. Mr. Kaffer practices in the areas of real estate law, land development law, construction defect litigation, homeowners’ association law, commercial law, general civil litigation, appellate litigation, and transactional law. Mr. Kaffer‘s broad experience aids his clients in developing comprehensive business strategies ranging from business formation, the drafting of agreements for rendering service or selling goods, negotiating land acquisition and securing entitlements, or engaging in aggressive civil litigation to protect the client’s rights

Mr. Douglas G. Martin is a Certified Specialist in Real Estate Law (Arizona Board of Legal Specialization). His firm, Martin & Bell, L.L.C., focuses it's practice in the areas of condemnation and eminent domain.

Mike King is a founding partner of Gammage and Burnham. His practiceemphasizes creditors' rights and construction issues, but also includesconsulting and supervising throughout the firm's areas of areas include emphasis on creditors' rights, including bankruptcycases, general litigation, lender liability litigation, loandocumentation, workouts, foreclosures and forcible detainers as well asdeficiency collection and accounts collection. His client list includesbanks, mortgage companies, distributors in various industries, andleasing companies.Mr. King is experienced in handling largelawsuits involving complex legal issues from crop damage claims andconstruction litigation to sophisticated Uniform Commercial Code cases.Hisreal estate practice includes construction, lending and finance,development, leasing and sales of retail, office, hotel, residential,multi-family and industrial properties and planned communities, as wellas litigation in these areas.Mr. King also representsconstruction clients including architects, engineers, contractors andmaterial suppliers, in lien and bond claims and other litigation, aswell as in contract negotiation and preparation. He is a co-author ofthe Arizona Construction Law Practice Manual & supplement publishedby the State Bar of Arizona.In addition Mr. King representsclients in the organization and structure of corporations, partnershipsand other businesses including shareholder agreements and annualmeetings and filings.Representing lenders and other clients incommercial lending and corporate finance areas, such as stockacquisitions and asset purchases, as well as representing parties toconstruction loans, semi-permanent loans and long-term financing isalso included in Mr. King's practice.Mr. King also advisesclients on day-to-day business transactions, preparing and perfectingsecurity interests, preparing sales and license agreements,distribution agreements, credit agreements, copyright and trademarkapplications, other intellectual property matters, employmentagreements and advice on labor and other issues.Mr. King hasbeen continuously listed in the Best Lawyers in America for bothConstruction Law and Commercial Litigation since 2007. He was alsorecognized in Southwest Super Lawyers in 2007 for Bankruptcy &Creditor Rights. He also has been named one of Arizona's Best Lawyers by Arizona Business magazine for two consecutve years and was recognize as a Top Lawyer by Litigation 2009, A supplement to The American Lawyer & Corporate Counsel American Registry.. An  active participant in his community he was awarded  the ames F Sullivan Lifetime Achievement Award for leadership and highest of standards among credit professionals. Mr. King is involved with many community non profits including:  president of the Washington Elementary School District; Valley of the Sun YMCA; Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau, Phoenix Rotary 100,Leukemia Foundation of Arizona; Desert Mission Neighborhood Renewal; as well as being involved with many committtes of  University of Arizona and being recognized for his efforts with the Distinguished Citizen Award from the alumni association. <!-- /* Font Definitions */@font-face {font-family:"Times New Roman"; panose-1:0 2 2 6 3 5 4 5 2 3; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:50331648 0 0 0 1 0;} /* Style Definitions */p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";} {mso-style-parent:""; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";}@page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} {page:Section1;}-->

Michael Irish is a fully-functioning transactional business & real estate attorney, focusing his practice (iLaw, PLLC - Founded 2018) on contract work, looking to transition into a General Counsel or in-house type role. Michael is also a licensed mediator, tries to resolve all conflicts, and is planning on using these talents someday behind the bench in the judicial ranks. Michael is the sole Republican 2024 Candidate for Justice of the Peace - Moon Valley, also the only licensed attorney running, so it should be a no-brainer...but the general public is allowed to vote.. • Specializations: contracts, corporate business, real estate, landlord-tenant (commercial and residential), and private lending• Engages in the acquisition, development, financing, leasing, sale and management of office, industrial, retail and mixed-use properties, incl. negotiating/drafting construction contracts, leases (office, industrial, residential, ground and retail), purchase and sale agreements, CC&Rs, development agreements, acquisition, development, construction and permanent financing and all other types of lending transactions• Represents property owners in regards to all matters relating to the ownership and management of commercial real estate, in addition to representing both lenders/borrowers in a variety of finance transactions (loan originations - workouts of troubled loans)• Assists landlords, property/asset managers and other clients in regards to resolving landlord-tenant disputes, FED (eviction) actions, rent collections, and the enforcement of creditors’ rights in bankruptcy, in addition to other types of commercial and real estate litigation• Provides counseling as well as services in forming limited liability companies, partnerships and corporations, drafting operating agreements, partnership agreements, joint venture agreements, shareholders agreements and buy/sell agreements, employment agreements, non-competition and confidentiality agreements, negotiating and documenting all other forms of business transactions• Managed document review projects, discovery motions; experienced in taking and defending depositions, legal research, preparing legal memoranda: Complaints, Answers, demand letters, AZ Corporation Commission filings, corporate dissolutions, and liquor licensing

Michael Halliday is the trusted choice in the Valley of the Sun for his extensive knowledge of estate planning, hometown family approach to problem solving, and his reputation for doing things the right way.

Michael Beethe’s practice focuses on real estate and business litigation. He is an experienced litigator, with a strong background in real estate and business transactions. In addition, Mr. Beethe assists his clients in the areas of corporate law, real estate development, commercial and healthcare transactions and complex loan workouts.. Mr. Beethe has received an AV-rating by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory predicated on his legal expertise and professionalism. For 12 straight years (2012-2023), he has been recognized as a Southwest Super Lawyer by Law and Politics, and AZRE has named Mr. Beethe among the “People to Know in Commercial Real Estate.” Mr. Beethe is also named a “Top Attorney” by Arizona Business Magazine and Ranking Arizona in the areas of Real Estate, Real Estate Transactions, and Commercial Litigation.. Mr. Beethe is one of the nation’s leading equine law practitioners. He is actively involved as a principal in Beethe Arabians, his family’s flourishing and respected Arabian horse operation. An experienced horseman, Mr. Beethe has earned National Championships in ten different disciplines, in the Arabian and National Show Horse arenas, and has three times been named Amateur Exhibitor of the Year by the Arabian Professional and Amateur Horseman’s Association. Mr. Beethe is a National/Regional certified judge for both Arabians and National Show Horses, and has judged multiple regional and national shows. He is widely published in monthly Equine Law columns in nationwide magazines such as The Arabian Horse Times and Saddle & Bridle. He has also been a featured speaker at many Equine Law seminars, including the National Equine Law Conference, sponsored by the University of Kentucky School of Law.. Mr. Beethe received a Master’s in Business Administration and Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri – Kansas City. During law school, Mr. Beethe was the Editor-in-Chief of The Urban Lawyer, the American Bar Association’s official publication on real estate and government law, and the third most highly circulated law journal in the nation. Mr. Beethe was also a member of the U.M.K.C. Law Review, where he published his Comment, Railroads Suing Injured Employees: Should the Federal Employers' Liability Act Allow Railroads to Recover From Injured Railroad Workers For Property Damages? Following law school, Mr. Beethe excelled on the Arizona State Bar Exam, achieving the third-highest score. He is currently a member of the State Bar of Arizona, and is also admitted to practice in the Arizona Supreme Court, Missouri Supreme Court, Kansas Supreme Court (inactive) and the United States District Court, District of Arizona.. Specialties: Real Estate and Business Litigation, Corporate Law, Real Estate Development, Commercial and Healthcare Transactions, Complex Loan Workouts and Equine Law

K. Bellamy Brown is a shareholder with The Cavanagh Law Firm in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Brown has wide experience representing clients in a variety of transactional and healthcare law matters. He has represented the Kuwait Investment Office, Westcor Development, Macerich, General Growth Properties, Kimco, Inc., Farallon Partners, and Russ Brown Realtors in complex real estate transactions and leasing matters. He also has substantial experience in software licensing and transfer agreements, the purchase and sale of businesses, and healthcare law matters, including HIPAA compliance, as well as the creation and organization of PSOs. He has represented major real estate developers in significant matters before the Arizona Supreme Court and is licensed to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court. Mr. Brown has also served as a lecturer for various professional groups including the National Business Institute. Mr. Brown received his J.D. from Columbia University, where he served on the Board of Editors of the Columbia Journal of Transnational Law, and his B.A. with high honors with distinction from Brigham Young University.

Jeanne Y. Chanen is ranked in the Martindale Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers as an AV rated lawyer (the highest designation by this respected legal publication).  She has practiced for over 34 years, and specializes in real estate law, real estate-based financing, contract negotiations and general business law. Ms. Chanen strives to add value to transactions by bringing her decades of experience to streamline the negotiation and documentation processes on behalf of her clients.  Ms. Chanen is a member of the Arizona State Bar.  The website for the law firm of Jeanne Y. Chanen, P.C. is . Call.