Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
15 Client Reviews
$ 275-375 per hour
PRO
Michael E Gerity
Virtual Consultation Available
About Michael
Biography
Mr. Gerity has been admitted to practice law in Arizona state and federal courts since graduating from the Arizona State University College of Law in 1994. He also is admitted to practice law in Colorado and before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Prior to forming Israel & Gerity, Mr. Gerity clerked for the Chief Judge of the Arizona Court Of Appeals, served as a Deputy Public Defender, where he received extensive trial experience, and worked for several years at a large civil litigation law firm in Phoenix. He then struck out to form his own firm, and also served as of counsel to a prestigious, boutique commercial litigation firm. In law school, Mr. Gerity "wrote on" as an Associate Note And Comment Editor for the Arizona State Law Journal, received honors in legal research and writing, and was awarded Best Appellate Brief. Mr. Gerity received his Bachelor of Science degree from Colorado State University in 1990.
Mr. Gerity's practice areas include trusts and estate planning, elder law, business and intellectual property, bankruptcy, commercial litigation, and general business representation. He has taught classes and given presentations on a wide variety of topics, including teaching at a national paralegal college and teaching a series of courses to management personnel at a top-twenty employer in the Phoenix area. Mr. Gerity has handled over thirty trials and numerous appeals before the Arizona Court of Appeals, the Arizona Supreme Court, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
When he is not working, Mr. Gerity spends time with his family, and in his "free time" he volunteers for the Phoenix Fire Department as a licensed EMT and sings in a rock cover band.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
30%
33 years
Business
25%
33 years | 700 cases
Bankruptcy and Debt
15%
33 years
Intellectual Property
15%
33 years | 700 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 31 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 27 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michael E Gerity
(602) 274-4401
Fax
202 E Earll Dr, Suite 440, Phoenix, AZ, 85012-2511
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Online Presence
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Michael E Gerity's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jenn | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Trademark success - Michael Gerity
I contacted the firm to help with a trademark issue for my small business. Attorney Michael Gerity gave me great advice and successfully resolved my issue, which I thought was a long shot. I also want to give a shoutout to Lisa and the rest of the team for being so friendly and great to work with. I ...
Posted by Bob R. | March 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very professional and qualified attorney.
I retained Mr. Gerity to handle a business controversy that involved employment, intellectual property and independent contractor law. Mr. Gerity was able to achieve the exact result that I desired through negotiations, and without the need for protracted litigation. The opposing party and their at...
Posted by Katrina | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Job!
I called around from law office to law office for information about bankruptcy and happen to find Israel & Gerity. I spoke with Lisa, Mr. Gerity's assistant. Lisa is by far one of the most sweetest, most caring person ever! She is definitely fit for the position she's in. She was able to calm my anxi...
Posted by Jannah | June 21, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Great client service, excellent and honest!
My Daughter and I contacted the office for a consultation, which was free and we were able to get on the books in a very short timeframe. The office staff was very pleasant. When we spoke with the attorney, he quickly shared the various options that his company could provide and what we honestly coul...
Posted by Chris | November 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very pleased
Fast, very experience lawyer, handle my case quickly and was resolved in a good time with no problems. I would highly recommend.
Michael E Gerity's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Mike for many years, and I have always found him to be knowledgeable, prepared, and dedicated to representing his clients with complete focus."
"Michael Gerity is a very talented trademark and business law attorney who has significant experience and knowledge of the law. Despite being a great person to work with and who communicates extremely well, he provides practical solutions to his clients. I refer my own clients in need of a trademark or business to Michael because I know they will be in good hands."
"I first met Mr. Gerity when I was seeking help in an animal custody dispute case that was in civil court (superior and justice) when my normal domain is family court. He was extremely approachable, knowledgeable on contracts and civil litigation (which is what I needed his help for) and engaging with both me and my clients. He knows his stuff and he isn't afraid to try to come up with creative solutions! He is a consummate legal professional."
"I've known Mike now since the mid 1990's. He is one of a select number of truly qualified intellectual property attorneys here in the Phoenix area, a long-time member of the esteemed U.S. Patent Bar, and a highly competent commercial litigator. I have referred Mike numerous clients over the years, including business owners with commercial litigation needs, and business owners and individuals in need of a patent or intellectual property attorney. He has always received glowing reviews from those to whom I have recommended his services. I highly endorse Mike for matters involving commercial/business litigation, patent and intellectual property."
"Mike is an incredibly smart attorney who always aggressively advances his clients position in any intellectual property or commercial litigation matter he takes on. He is also very practical and has a knack for finding the most cost-effective way to accomplish his clients' varying objectives. I endorse Mike."
"Michael served as local counsel for us in a matter that was resolved favorably for the client. He was extremely responsive, his staff was wonderful (and polite and helpful) and I would work with him again in a heartbeat."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is smart, dedicated, and experienced. I recently handled a case where Mike’s firm represented the opposing side. Mike’s firm represented the opposing side in a fair and ethical manner by getting to the heart of matter and resolving the case rather than dragging it out."
"Mike and I worked together on a sensitive matter for a client. He was always available and knowledgeable about the issues."
"Michael is a trustworthy, diligent and experienced litigator with years of experience in handling litigation matters of a wide variety, including construction defect and related matters. I would not hesitate in handing my litigation matter off to Michael and would trust his guidance and advice."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Michael and I have worked together on many cases over the last 10 years and have many mutual clients. I trust Michael to professionally handle all civil litigation, trademark and patent matters for my clients. I highly recommend Michael on a professional as well as a personal level as he maintains a sincere commitment to his clients and a high level of knowledge with regard to their cases."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Gerity is an intelligent, dillgent attorney and I believe his rates to be extremely modest in light of the quality of his work."
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Experience
Honors
2016
10 Best 2016 - Litigation, Lawsuits & Disputes Division, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1993
Best Brief, ASU College of Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, Gerity Law Group, PLC
2002 - Present
Owner, Israel & Gerity, PLLC
1999 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Michael Gerity, PC
2001 - 2003
Professor, Phoenix Career College Paralegal School
1999 - 2002
Contract Attorney, Meyer, Hendricks & Bivens
1997 - 1999
Attorney, Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C.
1995 - 1997
Deputy Public Defender, Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
1995 - 1995
Clerk to Chief Judge, Arizona Court of Appeals
1993 - 1993
Law Clerk, Honeywell
1992 - 1992
Law Clerk, Arizona Attorney General's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
Arizona Language PreparatoryBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal CircuitAdmitted Attorney
2002 - Present
Phoenix Fire DepartmentEMT-B, Volunteer
1998 - Present
United States Patent BarLicensed attorney
1998 - Present
United States Patent and Trademark OfficeLicensed attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Netbasis Trademark Application
Application pending
Conan Properties Int v. Reality Simulations
Confidential settlement agreement reached
SO!TROUBLE Trademark Application
trademark issued
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation v. Pride Business Development Group, Inc. et al
Confidential settlement agreement reached
Education
1994
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Juris Doctor
1990
Colorado State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1986
Regis University
General Studies
Speaking Engagements
2012
The America Invents Act: Changes to US Patent Law and an Overview of IP Law
Intellectual Property and Patent Law Changes
2003
Intellectual Property Law, semester class
Intellectual Property
2003
Arizona Continuing Legal Education Lunch Group
Basic Collection Practice - How to Enforce your Judgment
2002
The Law of Copyright, Trademark and Patent, semester class
Intellectual Property
2002
Intellectual Property Class, semester classes
Intellectual Property
2001
Introduction to Intellectual Property, semester class
Intellectual Property
2001
Intellectual Property Law, semester class
Intellectual Property
2001
Arizona Continuing Legal Education Lunch Group
Representing the Closely Held Business
Publications
2013
Attorney at Law Magazine
Business Attorney of the Month
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
"Is it legal to set up a tip jar for a fanfiction site?"
29 Sep 2014
Q&A
Can I sue a contractor for gross mis conduct and reckless endangerment of life?
24 Sep 2014
Q&A
Can I print a custom flag where the customer put a NFL logo that they downloaded from Wikipedia?
24 Sep 2014