James ("Jimmy") D. Rohde

Jimmy entered into the practice of law and the area of probate and trust/elder law litigation because of a personal circumstance that highlighted many pain points individuals, families, and/or fiduciaries often encounter while navigating the legal process. Jimmy’s personal experience, prior to law school, highlighted that people often, but not always, have good intentions but need sound guidance, counsel, and advocacy in navigating difficult and personal matters after tragedy strikes. Jimmy understands and appreciates how the law affects our everyday lives and the stress that comes with the massive undertaking of navigating the legal process. His experience also demonstrates how proper planning and preparation can avoid litigation and provide a legacy for generations to come.

Jimmy believes in strong, honest, and compassionate representation for each client. There is no one size fits all approach with Jimmy, instead, he strategically tailors each of his clients needs to their unique circumstance and situation. Jimmy's, and the Firms, approach to a client first mentality is on purpose and designed to ensure strong communication, resulting in individualized advocacy. The facts of each case vary, but Jimmy's passion to see your matter succeed does not.

In addition to probate and trust litigation, Jimmy also practices in the areas of probate and trust administration, estate and business planning, contested and non-contested elder law matters, including guardianships and conservatorships, exploitation of vulnerable adults, and abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults.

Jimmy graduated with a Bachelors of Science from Portland State University, with summa cum laude honors. He then obtained his Juris Doctor, earning Pedrick Scholar honors, at Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. In addition to his scholarly honors, Jimmy was selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2019 and 2020, which recognizes the top 5% of attorneys in Jimmy's practice area. Jimmy is also a Member Director of the Elder Law, Mental Health & Special Needs Planning Executive Council at the Arizona State Bar.

When Jimmy is not working to further the interests of clients, you will find him on the golf course, playing with his golden retriever named Judge or enjoying sporting events. Since Jimmy grew up all over the United States, his teams are varied, but his passion to root on his favorite teams rivals his passion when representing clients.