$ 500-600 per hour
also known as John Skabelund, W. John Skabelund
John Skabelund is recognized in the top 1% of lawyers nationally. He specializes in asset protection, which means he protects clients' assets from lawsuits. Mr. Skabelund regularly protects estates ranging from $500,000 to more than $100 million for clients such as real estate investors, business owners, executives, and professionals in diverse industries. His ability to explain complex legal matters in plain English has earned him the trust and respect of his clients, who describe him as having the heart of a teacher.
$ 500-600 per hour
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Acquired: 2012
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State: Utah
Acquired: 2023
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1400 E. Southern Ave., Suite 1020, Tempe, AZ, 85282
17015 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste 235, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255
13 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Carrie | September 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Trust for a single mother
I am very impressed with Mr. Skabelund. He helped me set up a trust for my son. As a single mother, he was very sensitive to my situation and helped me protect my son should something happen to me. He explained every part of the process clearly and precisely and even researched a few options due to m...
Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Very Knowledgeable and Easy to Work With
Mr. Skabelund was very knowledgeable in his field, and very easy to work with. He did research for us and explained things very clearly, and was always easy to work with. Our matter was tied up to our satisfaction, and I would highly recommend Mr. Skabelund.
Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
trust
helped us establish a trust. he was very patient, explained the legalese in our terms. a very kind person
Posted by Kat | March 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Professional & Helpful
Mr. Skabelund took the time to understand and address our unique needs in a family trust and then explained the process to accomplish our goals in terms we could understand. He took an intimidating legal matter and made it approachable.
Posted by Sydney | March 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Decedent's and Survivor's Trust
John executed my trust following the death of my husband. He explained the steps that needed to be taken clearly. He outlined how the trust would work and how the survivors' trust would be decided between my 2 daughters. He lined up appraisers for my properties and collaborated with my financial plan...
"I have known Mr. Skabelund for many years and worked with him on a handful of cases. As such, I have first hand knowledge of his skills and work ethic and endorse him 100%."
"William John Skabelund is a lawyer with boundless energy and great integrity. You can't go wrong with him defending you."
"John is well respected in the community for his estate planning expertise. He is intelligent, compassionate, and cares deeply for his clients. I enthusiastically endorse this attorney for your estate planning needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've enjoyed my interactions with John and can see why his clients appreciate his insight, expertise and professional demeanor."
"I endorse this lawyer with great enthusiasm and without qualification. I have worked with John on probate and estate planning matters and have observed first hand his legal competency and high commitment to his clients."
"John has been an indispensable resource to my own clients on a variety of estate planning related issues. He is knowledgeable, careful and detail oriented and I refer to him often."
"John has personal experience with building and running a business, which gives his clients an added benefit when he represents them."
"It is always a pleasure to collaborate and work with John on complex cases and to see firsthand his depth of experience and knowledge that he brings to his practice."
"I highly recommend John for all business, estate planning, and probate matters. John is a great attorney and is very knowledgeable, but even better, he is a great person. John cares about his clients and spends a great deal of time talking with them and ensuring that they understand all of their options and what he is doing to help them. I would use John's services personally with zero hesitation."
"I've worked on several business transactional matters with John. In a recent transaction, a client came to me and explained that another attorney prepared documents that were so complex that no one could understand the documents, let alone enforce them. John spent countless hours answering the clients questions and re-drafting the transactional documents for the client. My client was extremely satisfied with his work product, and I was happy to hear that my referral worked out so well. John is diligent, thoughtful, and a gifted attorney. I've also noticed that John's background as an entrepreneur, businessman, and auditor gives him a unique understanding of his clients' businesses, which helps him advise companies in ways that most attorneys can't."
"John is very competent in his legal knowledge, and I often turn to him with my questions on estates, trusts, wills, and other areas. Where John really rises above other lawyers is in his personable nature and dedication to professionalism. I do not hesitate to refer clients, family, and friends to John."
"John is about as tenacious as you can get. He is a great attorney who works hard for his clients. I never hesitate to refer people to John for their legal needs."
"John is an excellent attorney and person. John's candid nature and exceptional skill level make him and excellent attorney, while his generous nature and community spirit make him an excellent person."
"John and I work together on probate matters. John is excellent with clients. He is approachable and hard working. However, what I like best about John is his accounting and business experience. Whenever the probate estate contains difficult accounting issues, John is my go-to person. John puts clarity on difficult accounting issues found in problem estates."
"John is a a young lawyer with plenty of prior business experience. His experience and understanding of client needs shows in all of his work. He is more than competent and conscientous in serving clients. I highly recommmend John."
"John is a knowledgeable and thoughtful advocate for his clients. He carefully reviews his clients' circumstances to best address their legal needs. I would strongly recommend John to anyone with business, estate planning, or probate needs."
"John has a wealth of business experience both inside and outside the practice of law. I don't hesitate to ask for his counsel and I trust him with my clients. He is a straight shooter and will work to make sure clients understand the process and the "why" behind the "what" he gets paid to do."
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2025
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Best Lawyer Recognition, Best Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2023 - Present
Managing Partner, Skabelund PLLC
2012 - 2023
Partner, Davis Miles McGuire Gardner, PLLC
2010 - 2012
Law Clerk, Davis Miles McGuire Gardner, PLLC
2006 - 2008
Founder & President, MyPrice.com
2004 - 2006
Founder & President, Altima Consulting
2002 - 2004
Cofounder & President, Stonewater Development
2012 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2011 - Present
Central Arizona Estate Planning CouncilMember
2011 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2011 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietyBoard Member
Sucessful closing and security post closing
Client sleeps better at night knowing their loved ones are provided for and their property will be safe from creditors even after they die.
Client was able to direct who she wanted to have her property and have peace
A smooth acquisition both before and after the closing
Creditors will have great difficult reaching the client's assets and the client potentially saved approximately $15 million in future taxes.
Saved the client millions in deferred taxes
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
MBA
2001
BS - Bachelor of Science
2015
Estate Planning
2015
2014
2014
2013
Asset Protection
2013
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2013
English
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13 Feb 2014
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