$ 250-350 per hour
Robert J Lord
About Robert
Biography
As a business and tax attorney serving Arizona for over 25 years, the philosophy behind my legal practice has remained constant. I maintain the highest level of responsiveness to my clients’ needs, solve legal problems in the most cost-effective, yet creative manner and take on no more work than I can do well.
My practice emphasizes:
- Business planning and transactions
- Business succession planning
- Formations of corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies
- Business acquisitions and sales
- Taxation of real estate transactions
- Estate planning
- Probate
- Individual, partnership, limited liability company and corporate taxation
- Tax disputes
- Tax exempt organizations
Although I am a solo practitioner, my network of lawyers with complimentary areas of expertise is extensive. Through those affiliations, my clients often are able to obtain the same breadth of expertise as they would with a large firm, but with the personal touch and attentiveness of a small firm with a client-centered environment..
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 37 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 40 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 42 years
State: California
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Robert J Lord PLC
2111 E Highland Ave, Ste 235, Phoenix, AZ, 85016
Robert J Lord PLC
2111 E Highland Avenue, Ste 235, Phoenix, AZ, 85016
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Practice Areas
Tax (10)
Business (7)
Estate Planning (4)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Lawsuits & Disputes (2)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (2)
Mergers & Acquisitions (2)
Trusts (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (1)
Consumer Protection (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Partnership (1)
Real Estate (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Case Results
Posted by Thomas | November 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Expert Legal Help
Mr Lord was able to resolve a tax issue from 1993 with the IRS that I had to go to tax court several times and failed to resolve. He dealt with it quickly and expertly with minimum attorneys fees. I highly recommend Mr Lord to anyone who needs a good attorney
Posted by Martha | March 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Tax court client
Bob helped us through an extremely difficult and detailed Tax Court issue with incredible expertise and swift and effective action, which resolved the issue successfully. We would recommend Bob highly to anyone with Tax problems.
Posted by Daniel | August 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Mr. Lord is the premier tax attorney in the state of Arizona.
I highly recommend Bob Lord to any individual or company who is in the need of tax and business advice. Mr. Lord is one of those few attorneys who has a great deal of knowledge and experience, and who is also caring enough to make sure that my tax problems are actually resolved no matter how difficu...
Posted by Susan A | July 07, 2014
IRS
Bob did an amazing job of handling our project with just the amount of communication necessary to inform us. I was most impressed by his results and efficient use of time. This of course kept our billings lower than we expected; a rare experience for us with attorneys. I would highly recommend Ro...
Posted by David | June 06, 2014 | Tax
Property Tax Appeal in Maricopa County, AZ
I had failed to file for three property tax appeals in a timely manner. Bob Lord argued before the judge that my late filing was justified. The judge decided the case in our favor. I have received two refunds on the successful appeal of over $45,000...all because of Mr. Lord!
Robert J Lord's Lawyer Endorsements
"I Strongly endorse Robert Lord as a fellow attorney. I first met him through a close friend. We then learned we had other friends and colleagues in common. My husband and I have since turned to Bob on several occasions for legal advice and assistance given my law practice is substantially different than Bob's areas of expertise. While he is a wonderful friend, he is the consummate attorney. I trust his expertise in contracts and corporate issues as well as estate matters. Further, he listens and understands what needs to be done and explains one's options clearly and with a refreshingly pleasant professionalism. I recommend and endorse Robert Lord without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Bob is a good tactical and strategic thinker when it comes to resolving difficult tax related matters. I strongly endorse him."
"Bob is an excellent attorney who provides his clients excellent service in their business needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"Although new to Avvo it is clear that Mr. Lord has a great deal of experience. Not only are his answers accurate and analytic, but they are customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
Work Experience
2016 - 2017
Judge Pro Tem, Maricopa County Justice Courts
2009 - 2014
Owner, Robert J Lord PLC
2007 - 2008
Congressional Candidate, Bob Lord for Congress
2002 - 2007
Member, Berens, Kozub, Lord & Kloberdanz, PLC
1991 - 1992
Adjunct Faculty Member, Arizona State University School of Law
1989 - 2001
Shareholder, Sacks Tierney, PA
Associations
2016 - Present
national organization of veterans advocatesMember
2013 - Present
Board MemberPhoenix Civil Service Board
1988 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2001 - 2006
Arizona Supreme CourtDisciplinary Hearing Officer
2001 - 2005
Scottsdale Bar AssociationBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
May v. United States, 115 AFTR 2d ¶2015-827 (D.C. AZ)
Taxpayer victory
Sacks v. Commissioner, 69 F.3d 982
Reversal -- Taxpayer victory
Education
1987
New York University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1983
George Washington University National Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
University of Maryland
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1977
University of Maryland
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
1991
Meeting of Arizona State Bar Tax Section
The Arizona Limited Liability Company Act
1990
Phoenix Tax Workshop
Taxation of Partnership Interests Received in Exchange for Services
Publications
2004
Arizona Journal of Real Estate and Business
Avoiding Probate: Living Trusts Are Not the Only Way to Go
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I file a small estate affidavit if I live in AZ and my deceased mom lived in WI when she died?
04 Aug 2018
Q&A
Can parents gift money to their child from invested mutual funds without having to declare/claim that money on their own return?
11 Aug 2017
Q&A
Will I be liable for my spouse's tax liability incurred during the mariage? even though I filed married but separately?
15 Aug 2017