Higley Estate Planning Lawyers

The Law Office of Patti J. Shelton specializes in Elder and Probate law, including guardianships and conservatorships; Will and Trust negotiation and litigation; drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney; and, exploitation of vulnerable adult cases. We are in the business of assisting older adults in achieving the best quality of life possible; of helping family members deal with aging and capacity issues; and of representing heirs and beneficiaries in cases contesting the content or administration of Wills and Trust.

Kent is tenacious, knowledgeable, thorough and aggressive. Kent treats his clients as he would want to be treated if he were involved in a legal matter. He constantly considers the legal strategies available in light of the practical, emotional and economic consequences of potential options and results. He gives each client personalized attention and strives to handle each matter in an efficient and cost-effective manner. He goes the extra distance. Kent Berk was born in Denver, Colorado, and moved to Scottsdale, Arizona in 1972. He graduated from Arizona State University with a degree...

Kelly G. Poe is an associate attorney with Gorman & Jones, PLC, an estate planning and probate law office based in Phoenix.

Tyler K. Allen was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. Tyler completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Utah. There, he founded the Mock Trial team and was a judiciary intern in the United States Senate. Prior to attending law school, Tyler worked in Utah Governor John Huntsman’s office in communications, campaign finance, and voter outreach. During law school Tyler was active in mock trial, completed an externship with the Arizona Court of Appeals, and worked as a law clerk for Maricopa County Attorneys Office. Tyler graduated from Arizona State University Law School and was admitted...

James F. Byrne, Jr., has practiced law for 31 years. He provides clients throughout Maricopa County with legal services in estate planning, business law, and commercial real estate. He is a Certified Real Estate specialist and has been chosen by peers and colleagues to receive an AV-Rating*from Martindale-Hubbell, denoting the highest standards of quality service and ethical conduct. In addition, he volunteers every Tuesday at the Andre House, a local soup kitchen. He works directly with each client, offering legal service that is personable, efficient, and cost-effective. If you would like to set up an appointment, contact Byrne & Shaw,

George Smith is a third-generation Arizonan who has been practicing law throughout the state since 1997. Mr. Smith attended Arizona State University, earning his bachelor’s degree in 1992 and his law degree from Arizona State University in 1996. He has been with Berk & Moskowitz since 2000. Mr. Smith has a broad, interdisciplinary practice in the state and federal courts including litigation of commercial and business disputes, real estate disputes, personal injury cases and family law matters. He prides himself on providing not only legal solutions and advice, but also practical solutions and advice to his clients. ...

I am a California native who transplated to Arizona after my family moved to Tucson. Being married and having eight children, I do not find much time for too many things...except for a little music, martial arts, and surfing when in the HI islands. Apart from my primary work as a father and husband, I practice law --- and I truly enjoy it. My background includes the study of Chinese martial arts brought to the United States by the Chin family and taught to Al Moore, Sr., Currently I give private instruction and...

Ronald Zack specializes in elder law and estate planning at his law firm, which he originally established in 2008. Ron is licensed to practice in Arizona, including the Federal Courts, and the Tribal Courts of the Pascua Yaqui and Tohono O'odham Nations. Before founding his firm, Ron defended medical malpractice cases in California, served as a prosecutor, and represented Child Protective Services as an Assistant Attorney General in Arizona. His diverse expertise extends beyond law to real estate, insurance, education, and nursing, reflecting his varied academic background with a Juris Doctorate, a Master of Arts in Linguistics, and a Master...

Brigid M. Hopkins, founding attorney of Hopkins Law, PLLC, in Wickenburg, is an Arizona licensed attorney who is skilled and focused on legal issues relating to probate, probate litigation and estate planning. Brigid earned her bachelor's degree in criminology and criminal justice, with a minor in forensic science from Southern Illinois University, as magna cum laude. Brigid obtained her Juris Doctorate from Simmons Law School at Southern Illinois University in 2020.

Jonathan graduated from the University of Arizona College of Law in 2007. He focuses on estate planning and business matters.

Bryon Ackerman has been practicing law since 2013. In law school, Mr. Ackerman focused his education on probate law and estate planning and administration. He continued that focus in his legal career, making up a significant majority of the work in law he has handled since being admitted to the bar. Mr. Ackerman has a passion for these areas of law because he sees it as an opportunity to protect the legacies of estate-plan clients and the loved ones of Mr. Ackerman’s estate-administration clients.

Kevin Meguire Moore is entering his 25th year as an attorney representing clients across the state of Arizona and throughout the nation. Dedicating his career to protecting the rights of injured persons and their loved ones, Kevin has recovered over $45 million for his clients. As a native Tucsonan, Kevin considers personal injury law to be his first and true calling.