Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Mesa, Arizona
Since 1965, Udall Shumway has been a trusted legal partner for individuals, families, businesses, and municipalities across Arizona. Our firm combines decades of experience with a client-focused approach to deliver strategic legal solutions in personal injury, business law, commercial litigation, estate planning, family law, real estate, and municipal representation. Our attorneys bring diverse backgrounds, including former military service, government roles, and specialized legal expertise, ensuring tailored advocacy for complex cases. We prioritize real-world results through disciplined strategy, deep industry knowledge, and a commitment to justice.With over 50 years of service, we maintain a tradition of excellence while adapting to evolving legal challenges. Our teams accolades include national lecturing roles and recognition for resolving high-stakes disputes. We serve clients with transparency, ethical standards, and personalized attention to achieve favorable outcomes. Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to address both individual and organizational legal needs comprehensively. From litigation to transactional matters, we emphasize proactive counsel and meticulous preparation. This philosophy has solidified our reputation as one of Arizonas most dynamic and established law firms.
Services
Personal Injury
Business Law
Commercial Litigation
Estate Planning
Family Law
Real Estate
Schools and Municipalities
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined legal experience in Arizona.
- Our team includes certified experts with government and military backgrounds.
- We provide comprehensive legal solutions for individuals and businesses.
- Client-focused advocacy ensures personalized case strategies.
- Recognized expertise in high-stakes commercial and family law disputes.
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases arising from accidents, medical malpractice, and nursing home negligence. Our attorneys leverage trial experience to secure compensation for victims. Strategic advocacy ensures clients receive fair settlements for physical, emotional, and financial damages.
Business Law
Our business law practice covers contract disputes, corporate asset protection, and transactional matters. We advise clients on compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution. Tailored solutions help businesses navigate complex legal frameworks while safeguarding interests.
Family Law
We handle divorce, child custody, and asset division cases with compassionate yet assertive representation. Attorneys apply psychological insight and legal expertise to resolve emotionally complex matters. Customized strategies prioritize clients' familial and financial well-being.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, trusts, and probate guidance. We help clients protect assets and ensure legacy preservation through strategic documentation. Comprehensive planning addresses tax implications and intergenerational wealth transfer.
Commercial Litigation
We represent clients in commercial disputes involving contracts, real estate, and bankruptcy. Attorneys employ proven trial strategies to resolve complex cases. Expertise spans construction law, lien rights, and corporate conflict resolution.
People
Sam Gordon
Family Law and Civil Litigation Attorney
Arizona native and former Army Ranger with expertise in family law, civil litigation, and estate planning. Leverages trial experience and financial analysis background to deliver client-focused legal solutions.
James B. Reed
Construction Law and Commercial Litigation Attorney
Specializes in construction law, contract disputes, and commercial litigation. National lecturer on construction law with a focus on protecting client interests in high-stakes legal matters.
Curtis M. Chipman
Estate Planning and Real Estate Attorney
25+ years of experience in estate planning, real estate, and business transactions. Provides strategic counsel for complex estate administration and commercial property matters with precision and depth.
Sheri D. Shepard
Family Law Attorney
Nearly two decades of family law experience handling divorce, custody, and asset division. Combines legal expertise with psychological insight to address emotional complexities in client cases.
Joel Sannes
Civil Litigation Attorney
Specializes in commercial litigation and bankruptcy. Represents clients across Arizonas economy sectors with focus on construction disputes, real estate transactions, and lien rights resolution.
Questions
What practice areas does Udall Shumway specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, business law, commercial litigation, estate planning, family law, real estate, and municipal representation.
Does Udall Shumway serve clients outside Arizona?
While based in Mesa, Arizona, we primarily serve clients within the state and have experience handling cases across Arizona jurisdictions.
What makes Udall Shumway different from other law firms?
Our combination of 50+ years of experience, multidisciplinary expertise, and client-focused advocacy distinguishes us as Arizona’s dynamic legal partner.
Can I get help with both litigation and transactional legal matters?
Yes, we offer comprehensive services covering both litigation and transactional needs, including contract drafting, dispute resolution, and estate planning.
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