Shad M Brown

Shad M Brown

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 18 years

Tax Lawyer at Scottsdale, AZ
Practice Areas: Tax, Tax Fraud & Tax Evasion, Estate Planning, Business

7033 E Greenway Parkway, Suite 200, Scottsdale, AZ

About Shad

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Tax 60%

Tax planning, IRS disputes, audit support, offers in compromise, wage garnishment and liens, criminal and civil tax litigation.

19 years

60%
Tax Fraud and Tax Evasion 20%

Civil fraud and criminal tax litigation.

19 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 18 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Silver Law PLC

7033 E Greenway Parkway, Suite 200, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254

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Shad M Brown's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brian | June 12, 2015 | Trusts

Mackay review

I needed assistance in setting up various trusts, doing wills, etc. and Shad helped me every step of the way. He answered all my questions, (sometimes two or three times), and was very patient with me. He responds very quickly if I have a question and send him an e-mail not only about the entities ...I had set up but a financial question not related to my estate. i send the e-mail and BOOM, no more than 15 - 20 minutes later there's a response. I would gladly recommend him to anyone & I have given out a few of his cards to co-workers who were also looking to have their financial situation looked at and quite possibly worked on. In my opinion you couldn't find a more resourceful, knowledgeable & trustworthy person to help you with your legal services.

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Shad M Brown's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Atchley

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shad Brown is an attorney that I look forward to working with. His reputation of an estate planning attorney is widely know throughout Arizona."

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Nathan Hogle

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a fellow attorney I can appreciate seeing the way another attorney works. Shad understands estate planning probably better than anyone that I know. Because of his extensive background in estate planning he can quickly work a case from beginning to end, saving his clients time and money."

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Christopher Stapley

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shad Brown is a consummate professional. He advocated vigorously for his client but also was very amenable to settlement out of court. We were able to reach full agreement on all issues to avoid going to trial, which saves everyone time and money. I am looking forward to working with him again."

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Kevin Jensen

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Shad Brown is in my opinion one of the best estate planning attorneys in Arizona. I recommend that if when you need an estate planning attorney that you take the time to sit down and talk with Shad. You will find that he has a wealth of knowledge for legal matters in the Estate Planning area."

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Dana Hogle

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have seen first hand the quality of work that Shad puts out in the area of Estate Planning. I have seen his approach from when he first took on a case through the final phase, and I was impressed at every step. Shad is a brilliant lawyer, and has become know for his skill to successfully protect his clients."

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Chris Sheldon

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shad Brown is an excellent estate planner. I have know him personally and professionally for several years. I have had the opportunity to work closely with him on complicated tax matters. He has impressive skills and high ethics. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Brown's services to any of my clients and friends."

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Kirk Lewis

Tax lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shad is an excellent attorney and one that I would use should I have any tax concerns or estate planning needs."

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Lisa Deen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Shad is an excellent and knowledgeable lawyer. He has a very thorough understanding of the law, & I'd highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney."

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Bradley Crider

Family lawyer

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Scott Jensen

Estate planning lawyer

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Mark Atchley

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Nathan Hogle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Stapley

Immigration lawyer

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Robert Moon

Litigation lawyer

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Kevin Jensen

Estate planning lawyer

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Kirk Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Estate Planning Attorney, Maricopa County Bar Association

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Attorney, Silver Law, PLC

2017 - 2022

Managing Partner, Brown, Naegle, Crider & Jensen Law Firm

2014 - 2017

Managing Partner, Brown & Jensen Law Firm

2013 - 2014

Attorney, Dana Law Firm

2008 - 2013

Attorney, Office Of Chief Counsel IRS

Associations

2013 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

United States Tax Court

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Foster v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2011-95 (U.S. T.C. 2011)

Rule 155 decision

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Education

2016

CLE by the Sea

Certificate

2015

CLE by the Sea

Certificate

2008

University of Florida

LL.M - Master of Laws

2007

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

University of Phoenix

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Lawyers Club Estate Planning

2013

Arizona Planning Association Future Estate Planning Concerns

2012

Arizona Planning Association Estate Planning

2011

IRS, Criminal Invesigation Forfeiture Conference

Criminal and Civil Forfeitures by the IRS

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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