Douglass S Lodmell

Douglass S Lodmell

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 28 years

Trusts Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Trusts, Estate Planning, Business, Tax

1631 E. Cheery Lynn, Phoenix, AZ

About Douglass

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Trusts 50%

Asset Protection has become a critical enhancement to a traditional Estate or Business Plan.

28 years

50%
Business 20%

Asset Protection is strongly related to Business Planning and these should be considered jointly.

28 years

20%
Estate Planning 20%

Estate Planning is considered the base of a solid Asset Protection foundation.

28 years

20%
Tax 10%

A correct estate and income tax structure is critical when executing a solid Asset Protection structure.

28 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 18 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2007

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 28 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1997

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Lodmell & Lodmell, P.C.

1631 E. Cheery Lynn, Phoenix, AZ, 85016

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Douglass S Lodmell's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by T Barnes | July 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best Anywhere

It seems unfathomable that an honest individual’s hard work and smart investment decisions can become their emotionally imprisoning liabilities. However, this is exactly what can result from the individual’s naivety and via an unfair “justice” system and I experienced it firsthand. I found Doug’s... website as a result and he and his staff's skill, compassion, and attention to detail gave me the assurance I needed in safeguarding my unprotected investments. Doug developed a protection plan tailored to my unique situation, significantly minimizing the threat exposure of my unprotected investments and increasing the likelihood of their availability to beneficiaries I select. If you are fortunate enough to personally own any assets other than a homesteaded property and/or a retirement account, don’t take that ownership for granted. Instead, ensure your continual control of those assets by putting a solid protection strategy in place developed by the best there is- call Doug Lodmell.

Posted by Linda Jean Sampson | August 21, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Awesome Asset Protection Attorney!

If you are looking to protect your assets from potential creditors, predators, overzealous attorneys or incessant government regulations, you must take decisive action before a problem begins. The best solution is to retain the law firm of Lodmell & Lodmell. Their firm concentrates on asset protecti...on and takes it very seriously. Lodmell & Lodmell have decades of experience in handling asset protection matters and thousands of satisfied clients. They have a proven method for protecting assets. What more can you ask for? I have an excellent, comprehensive asset protection plan tailored to my specific needs provided to me by Lodmell & Lodmell. They are excellent attorneys doing a fantastic job of protecting people’s assets.

Posted by John | May 12, 2014

Highly Recommend

Without a doubt if you are looking into purchasing an asset protection trust, Mr. Lodmell is your answer. As a professional in the healthcare industry, one is always unsure of all of the hidden land mines that one encounters on a daily basis. From the predatory attorneys, the employee's of your pract...ice, the non stop governmental regulations, and the day to day risk of working on patients, asset protection is a must in this day and age I did a ton of research before deciding on choosing Mr. Lodmell. I too was skeptical on picking an attorney who lived in a different state, but after talking with Mr. Lodmell several times ,and personally hearing from several of his current clients, it was clear that I had found my asset protection attorney. Mr. Lodmell has always been there to take my phone calls, and too answer any questions that have arisen throughout the years. He is highly respected from not only his peers in the legal field, but in the healthcare field as well. The piece of mind that one has after obtaining an asset protection trust through Doug has been priceless, and should not be overlooked. Not having to look over your shoulder or constantly worrying about people trying to take what you have worked hard for during your career has been one of the most valuable features of his trusts. Don't be fooled by people who are offering asset protection trusts that are lower in price. Remember, you get what you pay for. I wanted a family insurance policy to protect my family ,so I only wanted the best. Doug is the best of the best, and I highly recommend him to my fellow healthcare providers.

Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2012

Excellent Attorney

Every question that I have had Doug or his staff has always been able to answer in a timely manner. Also very patient with me and all of my quesitons.

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Douglass S Lodmell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph McHugh

Trusts lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is a great asset protection attorney. He has a very good track record of protecting client assets when facing law suits with a hybrid off shore trust and personal guidance for transfer of assets into these trusts."

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William Simon

Trusts lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I was looking for the best asset protection attorney to help me protect my high net worth clients. I was introduced to Doug and have worked with him on several matters for my clients. He is the best and I fully endorse him."

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Linda Sampson

Unknown lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.he is extremely reliable and knowledgable regarding trusts."

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Shannon Harris

Trusts lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Doug on several matters, he is a man of his word, follows through completely, and I have found to be a lot of fun to work with too! Doug is also backed by an excellent team that is very responsive and helpful. I recommend him and the team at Lodmell and Lodmell without any hesitation."

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Steven Spewak

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Douglas Lodmell is one of the premier lawyers in the country in the field of asset protection. I have had the privilege of working with and being mentored by Doug in this area of the law. His superb knowledge of the field and willingness to readily share this with others have been invaluable to me, and more importantly, to the clients that he serves."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Potter

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug serves his clients in planning one of the most important aspects of their lives. A dedicated and resourceful attorney, he brings his expertise and advocacy to bear in every representation. HI\is professionalism and integrity is second to none. Doug is a credit to the legal profession and I am proud to endorse him."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney!"

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David Pittman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse his lawyer. Mr. Lodmell has a superior knowledge of the law and any client would benefit from having his representation."

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Marty Burbank

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"While many lawyers claim to do estate planning and asset protection, many lack the depth of knowledge that is necessary to provide the comprehensive planning wealthy families need. Mr. Lodmell is one of those attorneys who is a true "professional" in that he has a deep understanding of the issues, and broad understanding of law and techniques to plan for his clients."

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Richard Patrick

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Other

"Mr. Lodmell gives sage advice. His extended education makes him particularly qualified in his area of law. I endorse this lawyer."

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M. Patton

Trusts lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Doug is smart, dependable, and trustworthy. As a person who has worked closely and extensively with Doug, I can tell you that his clients are receiving excellent service from a blue chip individual. In addition to that, Doug is a great counselor to his clients, and he has been a very good mentor to me. People who work with Doug get more than just legal service. They get an attorney who works to see the whole picture in order to devise the best legal strategy for the long-term."

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Michael Doland

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Although Mr. Lodmell is new to Avvo he is clearly experiencd and his answers are consistently accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. Those are exactly the qualitites a client would look for in hiring a lawyer. His insights into tax are also impressive."

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Roy Oppenheim

Unknown lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is an excellent asset protection attorney with whom I have worked with on a number of matters over the past several years. In addition, he produces some of the best legal video content on the web."

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Gary Lodmell

Trusts lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Douglass is an outstanding Asset Protection Attorney with keen insight into business and tax planning. He brings an intelligent and unique client focused perspective to every matter. It is a pleasure to work with him and to help so many clients achieve their planning goals. I would recommend him at the very highest level without reservation!"

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Ike Devji

Commercial real estate lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Douglass Lodmell is an international authority on Asset Protection and we have worked together for many years, first in my capacity as managing attorney of Lodmell & Lodmell, P.C., (one of the nations leading Asset Protection ONLY law firms and one of the few that practices solely in this area) and for the last 4 years in my of-counsel capacity with the Lodmell firm. Doug has illustrated a deep knowledge of his practice area, high integrity and a genuine concern for those we serve. He also intimately understands the needs and exposures of doctors and other business owners and is able to deliver the legal surety they want in a time and cost effective manner. He lives this practice every day."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

1996

Jacob Burns Medal of Excellence, Cardozo University School of Law

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Managing Attorney, Lodmell & Lodmell, P.C.

Associations

2008 - Present

State Bar of Florida

Member

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

The Case of John Target

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Education

1997

New York University School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1997

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University of Northern Colorado

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2010

Whitehall Management Asset Protection

2009

Excellence in Dentistry How to Fire Any Employee WIthout Fear!

2008

Doug has spoken at over 250 Seminars in the past 10 years. Asset Protection

Publications

Languages

English

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