Kip M Micuda

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Kip M Micuda

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Scottsdale, AZ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning

4900 North Scottsdale Road, #1500, Scottsdale, AZ

About Kip

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 75%

My practice in the areas of divorce and family law allow me a unique opportunity to help people on a very personal level. I apply my more than twenty years of family law experience to find effective solutions to the issues affecting my clients. Call me today, so we may explore how I may help you on your family law matter.

35 years

75%
Estate Planning 25%

I greatly enjoy assisting my estate planning clients on planning for their future and to ensure their families are secure through a well thought out and executed estate plan. I find my clients feel a sense of relief and accomplishment when they are presented with a thorough estate plan and can rest assured their families are secure.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 395-395 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 37 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Hildebrand Law, PC

4900 North Scottsdale Road, #1500, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251

hildebrandlaw.com

Online Presence

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Kip M Micuda's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (1)
1 star (0)

Posted by Ruby | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

It was a pleasure being a client of Kip Micuda

I, would gladly share my experience, as a former client of Kip Micuda. For one thing, I must admit, am not fond of lawyers, as a general rule. However, I am pleased to write this comment on Kip Micuda Esq. I needed some legal advice & support, regarding a personal matter. The law firm of Hildebrand L...aw was referred by a friend. Not knowing who I 'll discuss my situation with, I went with an open mind. Mr. Kip Micuda, met me in their conference room. He came across as very personable and professional (I am an M.D. as well) was very glad that after I laid my problems, he showed empathy, & understanding . He laid down my legal options and possible consequences of each. Aside from making me feel comfortable, his knowledge & professionalism regarding my case was obvious. With his guidance, I made my legal decisions as to how to approach my case. After he had written letters on my behalf, he followed up with me as to how matters were going. I am pleased & grateful for his empathy, knowledge & professionalism regarding my case. It was a pleasure being a client of Kip Micuda Esq.

Posted by Tara | September 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kip is the Right Guy to Hire for a Divorce

I made the right decision to hire Kip Micuda at Hildebrand Law. I interviewed several lawyers before hiring Kip. Kip and his staff are well organized. Their organization and approach to the case helped me figure out what needed to be done. Kip was very supportive and he approached the issue logically.... He also did a great job at aptly protecting me from the accusations made by my ex's attorneys. Kip has the experience, knowledge and skill set to represent well. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Michelle | July 6, 2015

Fantastic Attorney!!! Thank You Kip!

I was extremely thankful to have Mr. Micuda as my divorce attorney. His expertise is evident and my divorce was finalized with all I was hoping to achieve. He is not just a great attorney, but a caring and compassionate individual. Having such a great experience with Mr. Micuda and the entire law fir...m staff, I retained Mr. Micuda's services for yet another matter following my divorce. I would highly recommend Mr. Micuda to anyone facing divorce.

Posted by anonymous | July 2, 2015

Great Attorney

Over all he did a great job with my case, and continues to do so given that my ex continues to be a problem. She had accusations, we had facts, and we won in court. I think the best thing that he did was help control what we needed to do versus what we could do. Mine is a very, very, very bad case, w...ith a lot of lies, a lot of deceit, and an opposing counsel who didn't know or care that his client was lying through her teeth. Which means that emotionally I was a wreck and wanted things finished and brought to light super speed, and that unfortunately is simply not how it works. So he was very good at telling me what I needed to hear, not necessarily what I wanted to hear. It was frustrating, but in the end he was right, and it helped us show the court the truth of the matter.

Posted by anonymous | May 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

PROCRASTINATE AND COMPLICATE is what this firm does best!

Kip had a minor disadvantage in my case, he was hired approx. 45 days prior to my trial date . Another member of the same firm was the primary reason why I had to make a drastic change in the final hour . This particular lawyer did nothing for my case would constantly cancel appointments with me ...most of which would of been telephonic and refused to respond to emails or voice mail messages. That said if he couldn't prepare himself for the trial, he should not of accepted the case. His lack of dedication and preparation for my case in particular created much hardship for me . My credibility was questioned over a very basic mistake on his part. Documents I sent to the firm with proof that they were received were never forwarded over to opposing firm. In fact even after the trial and the verdict was handed down, he was in receipt of a very simple agreement between the mother and I and he advised me that she was not in agreement and responded to me with in 8 minutes of receiving the email and its my opinion he never bothered to read the agreement which now I am stuck dealing with the ramifications of this . It has created a whirlwind spin on a relation that the mother and I were trying to salvage some how . I filed a motion based on his recommendation, motion was denied by the courts, in fact the courts came down heavy and hard on me for this . In typical Kip fashion he refused to accept any fault on this. If he would of actually took the time to read the agreement, he so generously charged me to read, this would of all been avoided. If you are looking to have your case put on the back burner, be over charged and are looking to hire lawyers with lack of care or knowledge about your case or your family THEN YES HIRE THIS FIRM. they greatly do care about money, their money that is.

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Kip M Micuda's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jorge Pena

Family lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kip was opposing counsel in a post-divorce case with significant acrimony between the parties. Kip advocated for his client while remaining professional and considerate at all times. I believe Kip has both the legal knowledge and interpersonal skills required to consistently achieve good client results."

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Joseph Huey

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable, timely responds to phone calls and correspondence, and is able to effectively represent difficult clients."

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Gloria Cales

Family lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Kip on many cases, both as opposing counsel and with him as a settlement judge. He takes a very even-handed approach to resolving matters in both roles. I certainly would recommend Kip for family law matters."

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Mark Chernoff

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I enjoyed coordinating with Kip on a civil case that was proceeding in tandem with a domestic relations matter. Kip was thoughtful and his insights assisted me greatly in evaluating the case. I consider valuable resource for those cases that may have domestic relations implications."

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Peter Westby

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Micuda for over 20 years. He has been a former associate attorney and is a most capable and effective opposing attorney. I am familiar with his work product and it is excellent. His advice is practical and makes sense. He is capable of aggressive advocacy but always keeps in mind what is best for his Client. Mr. Micuda is a practical problem solver who believes that the best solution to a legal problem is usually the most cost effective one. I can recommend Mr. Micuda without reservation."

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Diane Mihalsky

Administrative law lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kip is knowledgeable and experienced in matters that involve state regulations."

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Alan Schiffman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Harvey Platt

Commercial real estate lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kip is an excellent lawyer. I have worked with him on many cases and I was pleased to work with him and pleased with his work product"

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Christopher Hildebrand

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had the opportunity over the years to view Kip and his handling of divorce, family law, and estate planning cases. He is totally committed to his clients success and will work entire weekends, if that is what needs to be done to get the job done."

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Michael Clancy

Family lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have personally seen and tried to model the standard to which Mr. Micuda holds himself in representing clients. He is more than competent at his profession and holds himself to a very high ethical standard, as well. He is meticulous and well-experienced. I fully endorse Mr. Micuda."

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Jorge Pena

Family lawyer

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Dustin Dudley

Family lawyer

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Mark Chernoff

Real estate lawyer

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Gloria Cales

Family lawyer

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Peter Westby

Family lawyer

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Diane Mihalsky

Administrative law lawyer

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Harvey Platt

Unknown lawyer

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Alan Schiffman

Unknown lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

2015 Sustaining Member, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2015

10.0 Superb Attorney Rating, Avvo

2015

Top Three Divorce Attorneys | Scottsdale, Arizona, Top Three Rated Organization

2014

2014 Sustaining Member, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2006

Award of Recognition, Structural Pest Control Commission of Arizona

2001

Award of Recognition, Office of Administrative Hearings

2000

Award of Recognition, Superior Court of Maricopa County

1999

Faithful Service as an Administrative Law Judge, Arizona Office of Administrative Hearings

1999

Award of Recognition, State Bar of Arizona

1992

Outstanding Service Award, United States Court of Federal Claims

Work Experience

2011 - 2015

Divorce and Estate Planning Attorney, Hildebrand Law, PC

2008 - 2011

Owner, Law Office of Kip Micuda

2000 - 2006

Director of Attorney/Consumer Assistance Program, State Bar of Arizona

1996 - 1999

Administrative Law Judge, Arizona Office of Administrative Hearings

1995 - 1996

Death Penalty Law Clerk, U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona

1993 - 1994

Law Clerk to the Honorable Thomas Tang, US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

1992 - 1993

Senior Law Clerk to the Honorable Wilkes C. Robinson, U.S. Court of Federal Claims

1989 - 1992

Law Clerk to the Honorable Michael Mignella, U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona

Associations

2008 - Present

American Board of Naturopathic Oncology Board of Medical Examiners

Member

2008 - Present

Alternative Dispute Resolution Section of State Bar of Arizona

Memeber

2007 - Present

United State Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit

Member

1993 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit

Member

1993 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Member

1993 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Member

1993 - Present

United States Court of Federal Claims

Member

1992 - Present

United State Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Member

1988 - Present

United States District Court

Member

1988 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Arizona

Member

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2011

Arizona State Personnel Board

Hearing Officer

2008 - 2009

Conference Team of the Arizona Commission on Judicial Performance Review

Administrative Offices of the Court

2006 - 2007

Discipline Oversight Committee

Member

2006 - 2007

Professionalism Committee

Member

2005 - 2006

Administrative Law Section of State Bar of Arizona

Elected Chair

2003 - 2004

Senator Linda Binder

Legislative Workgroup to Study and Propose Tort Reform

2003 - 2004

Deer Valley Village Planning Committee

Member

2002 - 2003

Arizona Child Protective Services

Propose Policy and Investigation Guidelines

2002 - 2005

Toby House

Board of Directors - Treasurer

2002 - 2009

Better Business Bureau

Arbitrator

2001 - 2011

Naturopathic Physician's Board of Medical Examiners of Arizona

Member, Chair and Vice Chair

2001 - 2004

Maricopa County Human Rights Commission

Member

2000 - 2003

Arizona Structural Pest Control Commission

Member, Chair and Vice-Chair

1998 - 2000

Arizona Justice Courts

Justice Court Volunteer Mediator

1998 - 2000

Adult Probation Department

Volunteer Mediator

1996 - 1999

Arizona Office of Administrative Hearings

Administrative Law Judge

1996 - 2000

National Association of Administrative Law Judges

Member

1983 - 1984

University of Arizona

Minority Law Students Association

1983 - 1984

University of Arizona

Student Board of Governors

Sample of Legal Cases

Duncan v. Peddle

Lower court reversed

Quinn v. Sherman

Lower court reversed in part

Mamot Feed Lot and Trucking v. Hobson

Lower court upheld

Young v. Pummill

Lower court sustained

Young v. Pummill

Writ of Certiorari denied

Herrera v. Herrera

Lower court reversed.

Stephens v. DES

Administrative ruling reversed

Washington State Dept. of Transportation v. Washington Natural Gas Co.

Ruling Issued

Salmon River Concerned Citizens v. Robertson

Ruling Issued

Northwest Resource Info. Center v. Northwest Power Planning Councel

Ruling Issued

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Education

1987

University of Arizona College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of Arizona

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

CLE Luncheon

Bar Complaints: Most Common Intake Issues and Ethics Concerns

2006

Training for New Judges

Judicial Training

2006

How to Deal With Difficult People

Professionalism

2005

Panel on Diversity in the Law Office

Workers Compensation

2005

Ethics Primer

Ethics

2003

Task Force on Professionalism

Ethics and Professionalism

2001

Utilizing Mediation in the Attorney Discipline Process

Using Mediation in the Lawyer Disciplinary Process

2000

Mental Health Law Training

Mental Health

1999

Arizona Workers' Compensation Practice for Paralegals

Paralegal Training

Publications

2006

American Bar Association Journal Voices of Reason: State Bar Attorney Client Assistance Programs Ruffled Feathers, Reduce Formal Complains

Languages

English

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