Arizona Lawyers

Criminal Defense Law

3600 N. 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85015

Bruce Blumberg is the founder and principal attorney at Blumberg & Associates, a Phoenix law firm serving clients throughout Phoenix and statewide in the areas of criminal defense and family law. A leading criminal defense lawyer in the state, Bruce is one of only a handful of attorneys to be certified as a specialist in criminalBruce Blumberg is the founder and principal attorney at Blumberg & Associates, a Phoenix law firm serving clients throughout Phoenix and statewide in the areas of criminal defense and family law. A leading criminal defense lawyer in the state, Bruce is one of only a handful of attorneys to be certified as a specialist in criminal law by the State Bar of Arizona. As a criminal defense lawyer in Phoenix, Bruce handles the full range of Arizona criminal law matters, from juvenile offenses and probation violations to the most serious felonies. Bruce has successfully handled a number of murder and violent crime trials and has served as Appointed Counsel in many Maricopa County death penalty cases. A hardworking, dedicated and passionate attorney, Bruce excels in serious felony cases where the stakes are high. law by the State Bar of Arizona.

Civil Litigation

15279 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 400, Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Buzzi L. Shindler is the Litigation Chair of the Scottsdale office. He has extensive experience and tried-and-true expertise handling a broad range of commercial, transactional and litigation matters, with an emphasis on real estate and business transactions, business formation, governance and operations, estate planning, outside general counsel, and commercial, real estate and construction litigation. With respect to the transactional side of his practice, Mr. Shindler represents a wide variety of clients, including individuals, small and large businesses, banks and financial institutions in diverse business and commercial matters and has vast experience in limited liability company and corporate governance, commercial property acquisitions, retail leasing, asset sales and purchases, loan transactions, financial dispute resolution, and contract drafting and negotiation. Mr. Shindler also handles an array of conservatorship and estate planning matters, including drafting of revocable living trust agreements, wills, durable financial and healthcare powers of attorney, and living wills. With regard to the litigation side of his practice, Mr. Shindler handles primarily commercial, real estate and construction disputes, including breach of contract actions, business torts, creditors’ rights and post-judgment enforcement, landlord/tenant matters, mechanics’ lien, and construction defect claims. Mr. Shindler was recognized and selected by his peers for membership in Arizona’s Finest Lawyers, as well as the Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation and Litigation Real Estate, for 2023.

Real Estate Law

2929 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ 85018, USA

Catherine has practiced law in Arizona for more than 30 years, earning her the respect and referrals of the people in the community she serves. Representing clients in complex real estate and business matters, she has extensive experience with all aspects of private and commercial enterprises, from contract negotiation to litigation. Catherine is particularly skilled at providing positive outcomes in high-conflict cases, while always striving to keep her clients' costs down through effective dispute resolution. She believes in empowering clients to take charge of their legal matters by providing them with the benefit of her knowledge in order to make sound and successful decisions. She is often sought out by peers and other professionals for her sharp financial and legal analysis in areas of business contracts, financing and real estate transactions. Practice Highlights: Conduct trials, evidentiary hearings, motions practice, and discovery in federal, state and bankruptcy courts involving business, contract, real estate and banking (deficiency, guaranty, mortgage enforcement), Litigate claims of misrepresentation in real estate sales, Manage real estate portfolios of commercial and industrial properties, Resolve title claims, including easement, access, deposit claims and encroachments, Negotiate business purchases and sale transactions including financing, securitization and due diligence, Manage real estate acquisitions, sales, financing and leases of commercial and industrial properties including due diligence, title and appraisal reviews, Handle multi-property landlord/tenant matters including improvements, construction defects, payment applications, lien waivers, estoppels, and accounting audits. Education: Catherine Conner received her B.S. from Northern Arizona University and earned her MBA and law degrees from Arizona State University.

Family and Divorce Law

3800 N Central Ave, Suite 720, Phoenix, AZ 85012

For assistance with navigating complex family law matters, turn to Cory Keith, the Founder and Managing Attorney at Desert Legal Group, one of Arizona’s quickest growing family law firms. While acting in his capacity as the Managing Attorney, Cory also holds a limited number of cases further sharpening his trial expertise including handling complex custody disputes, high-net-worth cases, and high-profile legal matters. He is an active member of the family law legal community with a legal portfolio featuring successful representation of athletes, public figures, and high net worth individuals. Cory’s legal practice encompasses a wide spectrum of family and juvenile law matters, including DCS (Department of Child Safety) cases, dependency proceedings, termination of parental rights, adoption, divorce and legal separation, prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements, child support, parenting time, legal decision-making, spousal maintenance, enforcement or modification of existing orders, relocation issues, orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, and third party/grandparent rights. Cory began his studies at Arizona State University, earning his bachelor’s in criminal justice and criminology. After graduating cum laude, he received a full ride academic scholarship to attend law school. While being fully submersed in his studies, Cory also served as a legal clerk at multiple law firms. Cory is actively involved in the legal community, participating in several non-profit organizations including volunteering with the Arizona Stealing Hearts Rescue–a large breed dog rescue.

Criminal Defense Law

11811 N Tatum Blvd, Unit 3031, Phoenix, AZ 85028

Craig Orent is an experienced, aggressive, passionate trial attorney who has been trying criminal cases for 28 years. He takes on any case where the government has accused someone of wrongdoing; and he approaches each case with the same passion and dedication regardless of the charge, the complexity, or how formidable the governments case. Craig represents accused persons in State, City, and Federal courts. He applies his expertise, skill, and experience to effectively represent his clients and to achieve the very best possible outcome. Though no attorney can or should guarantee results, Craig guarantees that he will fiercely defend and advocate his clients best interests and constitutional rights.