Clint W Smith

Clint W Smith

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 40 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Scottsdale, AZ
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Business

4110 N Scottsdale Road, Suite 170A, Scottsdale, AZ

About Clint

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

I wrote the book about trusts and wills. (Find it on my website or on Amazon). People who have a business, a home, or children need to think about setting up an effective estate plan. I help put that plan together and then fund it.

24 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Trusts 40%

I form revocable living trusts, including Special Needs Trust provisions, together with Wills, Powers of Attorney and Living Wills.

24 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Business 10%

I organize business entities such as Limited Liability Companies (LLC) and corporations. I also integrate those plans into estate plans, with an eye toward protecting my clients' wealth.

27 years | 200 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 40 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 39 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Clint W. Smith, P.C.

4110 N Scottsdale Road, Suite 170A, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251

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Clint W Smith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Paul | November 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Clint Is Exceptional

Clint took excellent care of me and my bankruptcy case. He goes above and beyond to meet your needs. Every potential obstacle I thought would be an issue, he took care of. He truly knows what he's doing. Clint was always friendly and honest and did the best he could to represent me. Put your trust in... Clint regardless of what kind of expectations you have. He knows his stuff and what he will offer will be the best way to face your bankruptcy, whether you like it or not; because in the end you want to move forward in life and leave little to chance for things that may come back to bite you. I would recommend Clint to any friend or family who might be facing bankruptcy.

Posted by B | January 08, 2015

Great attorney and an even better man

Clint is incredibly knowledgeable and did a fantastic job of guiding us through a difficult time in our lives. He masterfully navigated a fairly complex situation and was reassuring and supportive throughout the entire process. I recommend Clint without reservation.

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Clint W Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Volin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Clint professionally for many years. I endorse him without any reservations. He deserves his excellent reputation in the legal community. He is trustworthy, professional, and routinely gets excellent results for his clients."

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Mary Tatham

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Clint Smith is top notch! He's very knowledgeable, meticulous and quite personable. His clients are in good hands."

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Wayne Mortensen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Clint is a great man and great attorney. You will be given honest straightforward advice that you can depend on. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for real relief from their financial burdens."

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Ruth Vogel

Probate lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Jackson

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Clint Smith in all issues involving bankruptcy, including Chapters 11, 7 and 13. He is knowledgeable and responsive and very professional."

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Monica Donaldson Stewart

Tax lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Clint has demonstrated exceptional legal knowledge and diligence and his services have been valuable and much appreciated."

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Wayne Mortensen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Mary Tatham

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Joseph Udall

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

AV Rated Since 1991, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Lawyers, AZ Business Magazine

Work Experience

2016 - 2020

Of Counsel, Riggs, Ellsworth & Porter

2009 - 2010

Partner, Udall Shumway

1993 - 1996

Attorney, Jackson White, PC

1991 - 2016

Owner, Clint W. Smith, PC

Associations

2012 - Present

East Valley Bar Association

1999 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Chapter 13 completed 09-22569

Discharge

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Education

1985

Arizona State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Advanced LLC Issues

Mastering Estate Planning Issues

Publications

Languages

German

Activity

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