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also known as Platt & Westby, P.C., Peter Westby
Mr. Westby is skilled in finding solutions to personal and business challenges and believes that he can serve clients best by researching and identifying options that are creative, cost effective and that minimize conflict and litigation. His 40+ years of experience in law and real estate investment enable him to quickly zero in on critical issues, provide a clear analysis of options and give recommendations that make sense.
Mr. Westby practices in the areas of real estate law, civil litigation, family law, wills, estates, probates and trusts. In addition, the firm has expertise in Bankruptcy law, Estate litigation, Business formation, Formation of General Partnerships, Corporations and Limited Liability Companies, Business contracts and litigation, Adoption and child custody matters, guardianships and conservatorships, estate and trust administration.
Mr. Westby and his firm have earned a Martindale-Hubble AV rating, the highest rating awarded for ethics and professional competence.
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Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I had some arguments with him, but it turned out that he was right in the end. He sincerely discusses questions about billing and tells you that lawsuit is sometimes not a good solution.
Posted by Judith | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney
While my Mother was in the end of her life, she wanted to be sure she had "her ducks in a row" for me. There were many legalities that needed attention that she had already attempted to address and plan. During the last week of her life she insisted her will and be reviewed by a local attorney to ass...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2014
Peter Westby understood my situation and provided me with carefully crafted and useful advice - true to his profile on his website, he is very honest. would recommend him to anyone
Posted by Ben | November 4, 2013
Peter Westby assisted me with a real estate transaction and related litigation and an estate plan. He was very aggressive and knowledgeable and easy to talk to. The real estate matter was part of a probate with family members and the problem required a lawyer with good people skills. He did an exc...
Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2013
Mr. Westby spent over 45 minutes with me in my free consultation answering questions, discussing my options and reviewing my history (which was important in my matter). I now have created a relationship with Mr. Westby that I feel I have a go-to attorney. He impressed me with his high ethical stand...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Peter for many years. He is the consummate professional and places his client's interests first."
"I endorse this lawyer. Pete was and still is a mentor to me. He is very knowledgeable and experienced."
"Peter is an exceptional attorney who delivers real, practical solutions for his clients. The breadth of his legal experience gives him a multi-disciplinary perspective that is simply invaluable. I give him my unqualified endorsement."
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Probate lawyer
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Rated, Matindale-Hubbell
2017
Named One Of Arizona's Finest Lawyers, Arizona's Finest Lawyers
2013
Best Bankruptcy Law Firm 2013, Arizona Foothills Magazine
1974 - Present
Partner, Platt & Westby PC
1973 - 1974
Deputy County Attorney, Pima County Attorney's Office
2015 - Present
Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCACounsel
2011 - Present
Arizona's Finest LawyersSustaining Member
2011 - 2013
Prince of Peace Luthern ChurchPresident
1973
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
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