37 Business lawyers are available in ZIP code 85004 in Phoenix, Arizona, including Jeffrey S. Surdakowski, Kevin L Beckwith, Laura Brooks, and Lisa Michelle Paine. Average rating of these lawyers is 4.6/5 and 43% provide free consultation.
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Business Case Statistics Overview
Business Case Timeline
Business case timelines in Phoenix typically range from 4 to 18 months, depending on case complexity, court schedules, and whether the matter settles early or proceeds to trial.
Phoenix Court Backlog
Court backlog for business-related cases in Maricopa County fluctuates, with low periods around 80 cases and high periods reaching up to 250, influenced by filing surges and judicial resources.
Business Phoenix Filing Volume
Estimated monthly business case filings in Phoenix range from 40 to 90, reflecting trends in commercial disputes, contract issues, and local economic activity.
Business Case Outcomes
Approximately 55% of business disputes resolve pre-litigation, 35% after filing but before trial, and about 15% reach a verdict at trial, based on public settlement patterns.
FAQs - Business Lawyers in 85004 city Phoenix
How many Agricultural , International & Trade, Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business lawyers actively serve residents of Phoenix, Arizona (85004)?
Approximately 20 licensed attorneys focus on Agricultural , International & Trade, Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business across Phoenix, Arizona (85004). Most matters are filed through the Arizona District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps.
How long do Agricultural , International & Trade, Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business matters usually take in courts near Phoenix (85004)?
Agricultural , International & Trade, Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona usually take around 5-14 months depending on complexity and the Arizona District Court docket.
Which local court most often hears Agricultural , International & Trade, Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business cases for people living in Phoenix, Arizona?
Residents of Phoenix typically see Agricultural , International & Trade, Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business filings handled by the Arizona District Court. Proximity to 85004 helps with quick submissions and clerk communications.
Do attorneys around 85004 offer a free first consultation for Agricultural , International & Trade, Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business?
About 59% of firms near ZIP 85004 offer a free first consultation for Agricultural , International & Trade, Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Business Formation, Business , Contracts, Corporate , Estate Planning, Franchise , Leases and Leasing, Personal Injury, Trusts, Wills, Family, Family, Divorce & Separation
Mitch is a State Bar Certified Family Law Specialist. Over the course of his thirty years practicing family law, the majority of his work has been in high conflict, complex domestic relations cases. He has helped high net worth clients address such issues as business and professional practice valuation, commingling of separate and community property, concealment of transactions either during the marriage or the divorce proceedings, attempted sales of businesses during dissolution and transfers of assets without consideration. Included in his area of expertise is presenting claims in determination or modification of spousal maintenance especially when the spouses do not have earning potential parity. In addition, Mitch has negotiated and drafted both pre and post marital agreements and has assisted clients in the enforcement of premarital agreements during divorce proceedings. He has represented parents when determining rights of decision-making, custody, and parenting time in cases involving complexities resulting from infidelity, substance abuse, sexual addiction, special needs and challenged children.. Mitch is a strong proponent of helping clients “opt out” of the judicial system by attempting resolution of issues through alternative means. Often opting out is the strategy that best suits his goal of maximizing the probability that each of his clients obtain a favorable outcome in his or her family law proceeding given their circumstances. Mitch is licensed to practice in Arizona and California.
Practice Areas: Appeals, Business, Corporate & Incorporation, Family, Alimony, Administrative Law, Real Estate, Commercial, Lawsuits & Disputes, Litigation
Roger Cohen has over 40 years’ experience as a business attorney, representing clients in both litigation and transactions. He has a deep knowledge and understanding of commercial law and the litigation process and is a forceful and effective advocate for his clients. Roger’s experience as a transactional attorney adds value in the litigation setting, as he can relate the documentation process to issues that arise in business and commercial disputes. Conversely, his knowledge and skill as a litigator affords him an advantage in negotiating and drafting settlement agreements with maximum protections to his clients. This unique blend of expertise is particularly useful in workout representation.. He has long-standing relationships with business clients in a variety of industries, providing business counseling, transactional assistance and litigation services. For over 30 years, he has represented an independent escrow company, successfully defending numerous claims asserting alleged breaches of contract and fiduciary duties. He acted as Arizona lead counsel in an 18-year multiple state legal battle arising out of a jojoba investment scheme, and was litigation counsel for the receiver of a group of lenders taken over as the result of a Ponzi scheme investigation. Roger has obtained favorable results, through trial or settlement, for clients in a variety of matters, including legal and accounting malpractice, shareholder and partner disputes, employment contract and restrictive covenant disputes, bankruptcy adversary proceedings, and complex collections.. Roger has published articles and spoken on a variety of topics, including the Arizona homestead and judgment lien statutes, Uniform Commercial Code Articles 2 (sales) and 9 (secured transactions), attorney conflicts and misconduct, bankruptcy appeals, and civil procedure. His article “Foreign Judgments and Community Property” was published in Arizona Attorney in November, 2009 and he co-authored “The Top 50 Leading Cases that Shaped Life and Law in Arizona’s First 100 Years” published in Arizona Attorney in February 2012. He is co-author of a chapter of the recent Thompson Reuters publication, “Inside the Minds: Strategies for Consumer Bankruptcy Appeals”.. A former law clerk to the Honorable Duke Cameron, former Chief Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court, Roger has substantial experience as an appellate practitioner, having supervised and written numerous appellate briefs and argued cases in the Arizona Supreme Court, Arizona Court of Appeals, California Court of Appeals, and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. His published decisions include: Phares v. Nutter, 125 Ariz. 291, 609 P.2d 561 (Ariz. Supreme Court 1980) (established right to debtor to seek relief from judgment registered under the Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act); Corporate Inv. Business Brokers v. Melcher, 824 F.2d 786 (9th Cir. 1987) (reversing District Court and holding that Colorado franchisee was subject to jurisdiction in Arizona in suit brought by franchisor); Mid Kansas Federal Sav. and Loan Ass’n of Wichita v. Dynamic Development Corp., 167 Ariz. 122, 804 P.2d 1310 (Ariz. Supreme Court 1991) (counsel for amicus curiae Southwest Savings & Loan Assoc.); Anderson v. Contes, 212 Ariz. 122, 128 P.3d 230 (Ariz. App. 2006); Austin Shea (Arizona) 7th Street and Van Buren, L.L.C. v. City of Phoenix, 213 Ariz. 385, 142 P.3d 693 (Ariz. App. 2006) and Rackmaster Systems, Inc. v. Maderia, 219 Ariz. 60, 193 P.3d 314 (Ariz. App. 2008).
1 Arizona Center 400 East Van Buren St , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Intellectual Property, Business, General Practice
Peter has a diverse practice in both transactional and litigation matters. He advises entrepreneurs and companies in all stages of development from formation through exit. Though he focuses his practice in intellectual property law and technology, Peter is a trusted advisor, often serving as go-to outside counsel to growth stage and small businesses. In this role, Peter constructs legal project teams customized to his client’s needs to deliver maximum value with minimum overhead.. Peter represents clients in a wide variety of industries including: banking and financial services, securities and fintech, consumer products and services, agricultural, cannabis, real estate, aerospace and defense, fintech and blockchain, automotive, manufacturing, e-commerce, software and SaaS, professional services, entertainment, and energy. Having previously managed engineering teams for a large aerospace company, Peter is able to bring real world experience to his business practice. Being a registered patent attorney, a rocket scientist, and an intelligence analyst, Peter leverages his unique background to assist clients of all sizes grappling with complex legal and regulatory issues.
Practice Areas: Business, Bankruptcy & Debt, Debt Collection, Debt Settlement, Corporate & Incorporation, Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate, Litigation
Nichole Wilk brings over a decade of business and legal expertise. She began her law career working in commercial litigation and now uses those skills and knowledge gained to better assist and protect her clients in business and real estate transactions. Her practice includes both litigation and transactional representation.. Real Estate: Nichole assists clients in a wide range of real estate matters. Her experience includes assistance with the purchase and sale of real property, leasing, and dealing with real estate and leasing disputes. Nichole utilizes her commercial banking background as well as real estate experience working on million dollar real estate transactions to assist clients in achieving their goals.. Business Transactions: Nichole also assists clients with a broad range of business transactional matters. From starting a business to selling a business and everything in between Nichole is there to assist. Nichole understands that having the proper foundation is the best way to promote future success.. Probate and Guardianship/Conservatorship: Probate and Guardianship/Conservatorship matters arise during difficult and trying times. Families often need an attorney to assist them. While Nichole cannot spare clients the grief associated with these matters, she strives to make the legal process as simple and painless as possible. Nichole understands that during such times, the last thing a client wants to deal with is the legal process. Through experienced advocacy Nichole helps client through the unfamiliar and sometimes confusing process of guardianships, conservatorships, and probates so that the client can focus on the more important things.. Other Practice Areas:. Trust AdministrationCollectionReceivershipsProbate LitigationCommercial Litigation. Nichole is a native Arizonan. In her free time, she enjoys exploring all the beauty Arizona has to offer and playing tourist in her own state. From hiking up North to exploring small off-the- beaten-path towns, Nichole is awe struck by the diverse experiences Arizona has to offer
2601 N 3rd Street, Suite 100 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Collections, Corporate , Personal Injury, Professional Malpractice, Trucking Accidents, Business, Business, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Litigation
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Contracts & Agreements, Insurance, Construction & Development, Life Insurance
Micalann C. Pepe primarily practices in the areas of insurance coverage and bad-faith litigation. Her diverse practice also includes commercial litigation, civil litigation, and transactional work. She has a wide-range of experience including medical marijuana, DUI, foreclosures, and workers’ compensation litigation. Before joining Jaburg Wilk, she successfully first-chaired multiple bench and jury trials with the City of Phoenix Prosecutor’s Office through a law student Rule 38(d) program.. She has been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Southwest Super Lawyers since 2015. Micalann was named as Litigation Counsel Associate Fellow and is a member of their Diversity Law Institute and Trial Law Institute. She was selected to American Bar Association TIPS Leadership Academy for 2018-2019. She is a currently a member of the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel, and a member of “Women in the Law Liaison” for the AADC 2019-2020.. Micalann grew up in small-town South Dakota where she enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing with her Grandpa, and learning the long-standing work ethic that the Mid-West is known for. She moved to Arizona to pursue dual degrees at Arizona State University, ultimately 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 at ASU. Forever a Sun Devil, she continued her education at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, graduating cum laude and gaining admission to the Arizona State Bar in 2011. She is also admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court- District of Arizona, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. She began participating as a board member of the Arizona Association of Defense Counsel, Young Lawyers’ Division in 2011, and has served as Board’s Vice President, President and Executive Board Member, and currently serves on the AADC’s main board. She has co-authored and contributed to publications for the Defense Research Institute and the Claims & Litigation Management Alliance on various topics, mainly focusing on developments in insurance law. Micalann was chosen as a participant in the inaugural class of the AADC’s “Ladder Down” program which focused on honing leadership, business development, and mentoring skills for women lawyers. She has been very active with the American Bar Association, Tort Trial & Insurance Practice’s Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee and is currently serving as a Vice Chair of the ICLC and Co-Chair of the ICLC’s Midyear Meeting.
Maria practices in the areas of intellectual property, internet law, and commercial litigation, representing clients throughout the United States. She focuses her practice on assisting businesses in protecting their trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, information technology, and other intellectual property through preventative measures to avoid disputes and through litigation when disputes arise.. An accomplished author, she has recently published Protect Your Writings: A Legal Guide for Authors and Apple v. Samsung, The Balance Between Patent Rights and the Free Market.She has numerous articles and dozens of published court cases. Maria frequently speaks at seminars and workshops on intellectual property and internet law topics. She is a guest lecturer at Arizona State University and has appeared on radio and television providing legal commentary on intellectual property issues.. Maria is the past Chairperson of the Ecommerce & Technology Section of the Arizona State Bar, and is on the executive council of the Intellectual Property Section of the Arizona State Bar. She is on the U.S. subcommittee of the Anti-counterfeiting Committee of the International Trademark Association.
Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant, Business, Contracts & Agreements, Limited Liability Company (LLC), Real Estate
I help small business owners with their business adventures. We work as a team on everything from formation to liquidity. I truly enjoy working with my clients and find great joy in helping them become successful.. On a personal note, I am an Arizona-native; I love traveling around the state and seeing new places. I also love to visit new restaurants and other businesses in the area. During my free time, I spend a lot of time with my beautiful puppy and wonderful family.
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business, Probate, Trusts
A former business owner, Lisa is well versed in challenges faced by small businesses and their owners. Her unique prospective benefits her business clients with agreements, employment advice, copyright violations and succession planning. She also assists families with estate planning not only guiding them through the estate planning process but also understanding why this is so vital to their families. Her goal is for her clients to achieve peace of mind from knowing that they have protected and provided for themselves and their family. When needed, she represents estates in probate and assists with trust administration.. Prior to moving to Arizona, she worked in an immigration law firm in California where she represented clients in immigration court. Lisa worked as an Investor Relations and Operations manager of a $2 billion hedge fund prior to attending law school. This experience formed the base for her business practice.
Sean David Greengard’s career spans over a decade, focusing on estate planning and business law to assist individuals and businesses in securing their financial futures and legacies. Raised in Phoenix, AZ, southwest Colorado, and Maui, Hawaii, Sean showed early academic aptitude and a passion for law, influenced by attorney parents. Graduating from Arizona State University with a degree in Psychology, he went on to earn a Juris Doctorate from ASU’s Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law and a Masters in Taxation from Boston University. He gained experience at Ryley, Carlock & Applewhite before transitioning to Forakis Law Firm PLC, specializing in estate planning and business formation. As Director of HFO Law Group at Heritage Family Offices, Sean worked with high-net-worth clients in asset structuring and estate planning. In 2023, he established his own firm, focusing on sophisticated estate planning solutions. Sean prioritizes personalized service, building relationships with clients, and tailoring legal strategies to individual goals. Outside of work, Sean enjoys outdoor activities, travel, woodworking, and reading historical biographies and science fiction novels.
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