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Shawn Garner
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Biography
Our firm is dedicated to providing you with quality estate planning resources, so you can become familiar with all of the existing options. When you visit or call our office, we want you to feel comfortable discussing such an important issue concerning both you and your family. We want to arm you with the information you need to make an informed decision about your family’s future.
If you have a well-drafted estate plan in place, you’ll ensure that your estate passes to whom you want, when you want, and is carried out in the manner you’ve chosen. You can rest assured that your family won’t have to endure the public process and costly matter of probate. The government won’t be able to take what you’ve spent a lifetime building. But you need to be aware of the many options that exist in estate planning—and you must choose your attorney wisely.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
30%
18 years | 125 cases
Trusts
25%
18 years | 150 cases
Probate
15%
18 years | 50 cases
Elder Law
10%
16 years | 25 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2026 2025 2015
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 17 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
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Shawn Garner's Reviews
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Posted by Lori | March 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Time and money well spent
We attended the free seminar at the Foothills library. Very informative and definitely worth your time to attend. Scheduled an appointment with Shawn for my 90 year old father and he signed on to complete a trust with them. Shawn and his staff are so nice, knowledgeable and caring when it comes to...
Posted by Gail | August 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Professional yet personable.
Clear, precise answers to questions. Can converse about my needs for estate planning and cover all possibilities with insightful suggestions. Experience guides his explanations with simplicity. Recommend for your estate planning.
Posted by Nancy | January 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Impressed
We just started with Shawn. Found him to be very professional. We will be hiring him to do our Living Trust.
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2015 | Estate Planning
Super helpful and knowledgable!
Shawn walked my wife and me through a very daunting task. He explained the process to us in a way that we could understand. He knew what to ask us, which helped us think of things that we hadn't considered before. We are very happy with the end result, and the process was painless! I highly recommend...
Posted by Michael & Cathleen | April 28, 2015 | Estate Planning
We have new family members!!
We were very impressed with and confidante with everything and everyone regarding our Estate planning. Shawn is extremely knowledgable, professional and thoughtful in the entire process. We highly recommend the Estate planning class that is offered. We now can enjoy Our Later years of life knowing ...
Shawn Garner's Lawyer Endorsements
"I know Shawn through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is an excellent attorney and I am happy to recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a fellow member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, I know that Shawn is duly qualified to help address all aspects of estate planning for families and individuals."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I heartily endorse Shawn Garner as an estate planning attorney. I have known Shawn for several years as a fellow member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and have personally witnessed his concern for and dedication to the well-being of his clients. His innovative and thoughful approaches to his estate planning practice is always done with the best interests of his clients in mind."
"I know Shawn from our mutual membership in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is a great guy and a brillian and innovative attorney. I am happy to endorse him."
"I've known Shawn for a couple years during which time we have worked on assisting each other with funding trusts in our respective states. Shawn is always honest and competent in his services."
"I have gotten to know Shawn through our estate planning group, the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. My interactions with him have been great and I would recommend meeting with him if you are looking for an estate planning attorney."
"I've known Shawn through our affiliation with a national organization of estate planning attorneys that fosters professional excellence. Shawn is a compassionate and knowledgeable estate planning attorney. He cares about his clients and makes complicated estate planning concepts easy to understand. I endorse him as an exceptional estate planning attorney."
"Shawn's energy, enthusiasm and dedication to the clients he serves shines through in every estate planning matter with which he and I have had the opportunity to work on together. I endorse and recommend Shawn without reservation."
"Shawn and I are members of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and been impressed with his knowledge of the field and passion for the work. I would recommend him to any client needing assistance with their estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2007
1st at SEC Regional Competition, Mock Trial
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Deason Garner Law Firm
2013 - Present
Attorney, Deason Garner Law Firm
2010 - 2013
Attorney, Attorney at Byrne and Benesch, P.C.
Associations
2016 - Present
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysBoard of Governors
2001 - Present
Boy Scouts of AmericaScout Leader
Education
2008
University of Kentucky College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Colorado State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2002
Arizona Western College
Associate of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Public Seminar
Estate Planning Seminar
2016
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
"Un Program" Medicaid Planning for Arizona Attorneys
2016
Deason Garner Law Firm, Client Appreciation Event
What to Expect in 2016
2015
Wealthcare Financial Client Appreciation Event
Wealth Management and Estate Planning
2015
Public Seminar
Estate Planning Seminar
2015
Bonita Mesa RV Park-Private Seminar
Estate Planning for Winter Visitors
Publications
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Guides