Tait D Elkie

Tait D Elkie

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fountain Hills, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Estate Planning

13034 North Verde River Drive, Suite 104, Fountain Hills, AZ

About Tait

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

I have handled a wide variety of criminal cases from petty offenses to major felonies, to include but not limited to drug offenses, sex crimes and domestic violence offenses.

24 years

35%
DUI and DWI 25%

I have handled thousands of DUI cases throughout Arizona, to include underage DUI, DUI Impaired by Drugs, Extreme and Super Extreme DUI, and Aggravated DUI.

24 years

25%
Personal Injury 20%

I have handled a wide variety of personal injury cases, to include auto accidents, dog bite cases, slip and fall, medical malpractice, and negligence matters.

24 years

20%

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 23 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Fountain Hills Law Firm

13034 North Verde River Drive, Suite 104, Fountain Hills, AZ, 85268-8493

Law Offices of Tait D Elkie

Fountain Hills, AZ

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Tait D Elkie's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sandy | October 21, 2009 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

I completely recommend Tait Elkie

I was very impress Attorney Elkie gave me his email address. I am not always able to take calls during working hours. This gave me an additional way to communicate with him. He always returned phone calls when he promised. Attorney Elkie handled my photo radar traffic ticket promptly and with satisfa...ctory outcome. Attorney Elkie was very professional and I would highly recommend his services.

Posted by Robert | October 01, 2009 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Very helpful advice

Mr. Elkie was polite, knowledgeable and very helpful. I am from NJ and called him regarding speeding violations I received while on vacation in AZ. He was well aware and experienced with my type of situation and helped me accordingly. Thank you!!

Posted by Rick | September 22, 2009 | Criminal Defense

FANTASTIC ATTORNEY!!

I would like to start by saying that Tait is a top notch attorney who knows the criminal justice system well. He is extremely intelligent, dilligent, hard working and has a sincere interest in every case and client. I am a former police officer who was charged with a serios felony and was more than i...mpressed with the work Tait put into my case. My case was dismissed and I now have my life back thanks to Tait. I owe him a lot! This is an attorney who has a very, very bright future. He's one of the best! He was referred to me by a very big and reputable law firm in Phoenix and I would certainly recommend Tait for anyone who wants the best representation possible. He is everything you want in an attorney.

Posted by Susan | September 15, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend

I was most impressed with Mr. Elkie as an attorney and it feels great to finally encounter a great and professional legal mind with integrity who I can call now when I need legal help. I sent in an email inquiry about a legal problem and did not expect an answer; however, he responded quickly and ...resolved my issue very professionally and beyond my expectations. I live out of the State where the issue occured and was beside myself because I did not know the law or understand my options. Mr. Elkie, in one phone call, put my mind at ease at once. I am very grateful to him for his knowledge and professional, but kind demure. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Elkie highly to anyone who needs a skilled attorney. I usually dread dealing with attorneys; however, Mr. Elkie restores my faith that there are professionals in the legal industry with whom you can trust to research a legal quagmire, then lay-out your options, and resolve your legal issues with solutions that are both affordable and equitable. Thank you so much Mr. Elkie - I will sleep better at night thanks to you.

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Lisa Stone

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I unequivocally endorse this attorney. Tait is a highly skilled, professional, exceptionally diligent and ethical attorney. While formidable as a criminal defense and personal injury attorney he is also a masterful estate planning lawyer. He is very approachable and respectful to everyone."

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Allyson Shepston

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tait is a very experienced and reliable attorney in many fields. I have referred a number of clients to Tait and will continue to do so; his experience and expertise along with his professional approach is a winning combination. He is supportive of his fellow attorneys in the community as well; I know this because I have called upon him to provide guidance to me in areas of law in which I am less familiar, and he is always willing to help. I highly recommend him."

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Tyler Allen

Unknown lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had a once in a lifetime opportunity in working for Tait. I couldn't find a better mentor and attorney to learn from the past couple of years. Tait is an outstanding attorney all around from his office to the courtroom. His attention to detail and trial skills are unmatched and just two of his qualities that I strive to possess myself. If I myself need legal assistance or advice, Tait is the attorney I always go to. You will not find a more trustworthy, thorough, and effective attorney than Tait. He is also pretty good at ping pong too."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Tait. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Cody Curry

Unknown lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Beller

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Mr. Elkie. In addition to being an excellent attorney and a wealth of knowledge, he is among the most dedicated advocates I have had the pleasure to work with. Anyone would be well served to have Mr. Elkie in their corner."

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Russell Richelsoph

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tait is a great attorney and a fellow Marine. I highly recommend him."

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Gary Kester

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tait is a smart, aggressive and talented attorney that cares about his clients. Good honest advice."

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Jon Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tait is an amazing attorney who has an excellent reputation in the legal community. He is known for fighting for his clients and has a fantastic track record to show for it. Tait has a superior knowledge of the law and the rare ability to use that knowledge inside of the courtroom at the benefit of all of his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Woodrow Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tait is an excellent lawyer. I have handled several matters in concert with Tait. His diligence and knowledge are invaluable assets for his clients."

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James Simpson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly recommend Tait Elkie as an attorney. I am in the unique position to have known and observed Tait's work from several different perspectives. I first met Tait as opposing counsel when I started my career as a prosecutor. His ability, professionalism, and true concern for his clients was immediately apparent. I also had the opportunity to work with him briefly in small law firm, and I am now honored not only to be his colleague but a friend."

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Shawn White

Litigation lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've referred numerous clients to Tait due to his knowledge, work ethic and dedication. He's an outstanding and agreesive attorney. I'd recommend Tait without any hesitation"

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Douglas Schwab

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tait is an aggressive and thorough attorney."

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Lisa Stone

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Allyson Shepston

Estate planning lawyer

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Jon Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Woodrow Thompson

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James Simpson

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Douglas Schwab

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Top Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education

2008

Top Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner-Attorney, Fountain Hills Law Firm

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Mid-sized Law Firm

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Mid-Sized Law Firm

1989 - 1993

Sgt./E-5, United States Marine Corps

Associations

2014 - Present

Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce

Board Member

2011 - Present

National Rifle Association

Certified Instructor

2008 - Present

American Legion, Post #58

Member

2008 - Present

Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce

Member

2007 - Present

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2007 - Present

Fountain Hills Teen Court

Mentor

2006 - Present

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post #7507

Judge Advocate

2013 - 2015

Fountain Hills Republican Club

President

2011 - 2013

Fountain Hills Republican Club

1st Vice President

2010 - 2014

Town of Fountain Hills

Councilmember

2009 - 2010

Fountain Hills Republican Club

Treasurer

2008 - 2010

Sunset Kiwanis, Fountain Hills

President

2004 - 2007

University of Phoenix

Instructor (Criminal Justice Department)

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI-Scottsdale City Court

Case Dismissed

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Education

2001

California Western School of Law

Juris Doctor

1998

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Weekly Meeting Landlord-Tenant Law

2015

Gila County Judicial Training Conference

Misdemeanor Case Flow

Publications

2007

Privateer Publications Thank God I Had a Gun. True Accounts of Self-Defense

Languages

English

Activity

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