Robert Michael Way

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Robert Michael Way

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Tucson, AZ
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Litigation ... +3 more

259 N. Meyer Avenue, Tucson, AZ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Robert

Biography

We are here to help your family find peace and security through comprehensive planning.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 30%

Review current estate plans; drafting of comprehensive estate plans by utilizing trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and other ancillary documents. Will utilize business planning, charitable giving, special needs trust, partnerships, and other advanced techniques.

30%
Litigation 20%

Represent estate, beneficiaries, trustees, fiduciaries, creditors, and trusts in matters requiring extensive litigation, settlements,and trial.

20%
Probate 20%

Help clients navigate through all varieties of probate (small estate, both Informal and Formal filings). Work will include litigation when necessary including other civil actions within the context of a probate.

20%
Trusts 15%

Assist clients in adminstering a trust where the trustor is either incapacitated or deceased. Also, trust administrative work includes handling taxable estates and litigation when necessary.

15%
Guardianship 10%

Represent families in guardianship and conservatorship, including contested matters, end-of-life litigation, and representation of fiduciaries serving as guardians and conservators

10%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 5%

Assist clients in evaluating claims against nursing homes and assisted living facilities for abuse and neglect claims

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-485 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2005

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 21 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mesch Clark Rosthschild

259 N. Meyer Avenue, Tucson, AZ, 85701

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Online Presence

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Robert Michael Way's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Probate

Posted by Damion | February 28, 2025 | Probate

Professional and knowledgeable attorney.

Robert patiently and thoroughly answered my questions about legal matters related to the passing of my family member. He is very knowledgeable about this subject and I recommend him.

Posted by Christy and Sharen | October 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

EXCEPTIONAL ATTORNEY IN HIS FIELD

My mom and I were referred to Mr. Way by my Personal Injury attorney Michael Bell for my grandma's Probate. Mr Way was very thorough in explaining the process to us and very comforting in that he was going to take care of our probate as fast as he could. My grandma had a Will that was very specific... and Mr. Way told us that it was going to be fairly easy and he was going to take care of everything for us. We were so glad to hear because we were in mourning and the process to us was just to much to handle. We just closed out our Probate today. Mr. Way is so kind, caring, compassionate and just so calming to deal with. We HIGHLY recommend Mr. Way and understand why he has such a high rating. We will be using him again in the future. Thank you Mr. Way for everything!!

Posted by Don | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Excellent Estate Lawyer. Big help after the death of a loved one.

Robert assisted me with a last will and testament of a great friend of the family. The will was confusing and had quite a few issues with it. Robert helped with Court fillings and various timing issues. When you are asked to become an executor to a will, no one ever tells you how difficult it will ...be. You have emotional issues to deal with besides the legal issues. I can tell you that in my experience Robert Way ESQ. was very respectful of my situation, offered great advice, let me handle what I thought I could handle, and basically held my hand through the legal ease. He handled the difficult parts that I knew was over my head, and there was quite a few of that. I can honestly say that I thought I could handle a lot. I tried and failed. Mr Way was so calming to my nerves and relieved a lot of the stress I had after loosing a loved one. I highly recommend Robert Way ESQ. I have heard horror stories of some families struggles through probate. But I did not have those struggles after using Mr. Way. I will be using Mr. Way for my own estate planning because I know that when I pass, my loved ones will not have the same issues that I had.

Posted by Heather | April 04, 2019 | Probate

Very knowledgeable

I spoke with Attorney Way on the phone today regarding my dads estate with some questions I had, he was incredibly knowledgeable, thoughtful & professional on the phone, he actually answered all of my questions in a matter of a few minutes, he also went above & beyond with the information he was able... to provide me with on moving forward. I highly recommend Attorney Way for any & all future cases. Thank you so very much for your time & expertise.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Aunt's Estate Probated

I live out of state and hired Robert Way in Arizona for advise to probate my Aunt's estate in Tucson. He helped me contact the heirs and was very helpful on maneuvering thru the legality of the State of Arizona. We were able to settle the Estate in 13 months and all parties are content with the out...come. He made a very difficult process clear and concise with a successful outcome. He gave clear instructions to become a personal representative for the estate. He always returns calls and is very professional. He minimized any legal risks and made sure we as his client are protected under the law. We would highly recommend Mr. Way.

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Jill-Ann Weickhardt

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dane Dehler

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart and caring. Highly recommended!"

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Douglas Newborn

Probate lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I can't say enough good things about Robert. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable, but he's also courteous and professional. I think the best endorsement I could give though is that I've told my wife that if anything happens to me, that she's to call Robert Way to handle my Estate."

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William Parven

Unknown lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is a very caring and knowledgeable attorney. I fully recommend Robert to anyone who needs assistance with a probate or estate issue in Arizona."

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Carrie Rednour

Litigation lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is a great lawyer. He is very practical, reasonable and compassionate."

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Valarie McNeice

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is an honest, experienced and knowledgeable attorney. He is also a great person and family man. You can trust him to protect your interest."

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Joseph Watkins

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is honest and hard-working. He provides value to his clients. I would recommend Robert anyone in Arizona seeking estate planning or probate advice."

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Bradley Hahn

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the honor of working with Robert and find him being a man of intregity. He understands the complexities of trust based estate planning and is very effective at counseling his families to uncover their wishes and dreams to incorporate them into their estate plans. Robert is the best pick for an estate planning attorney in Yuma."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2000

Honor Roll, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

1995

Deans List Honor Roll, University of San Diego

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney at Law/Shareholder/Managing Partner, Mesch, Clark & Rothschild, PC

2014 - 2019

Allied Attorney, Alliance Defending Freedom

2013 - 2019

Partner, Thompson Krone PLC

2012 - 2013

Adjuct Professor of Paralegal and Criminal Justice, Brown Mackie College, Tucson (EDMC)

2010 - 2013

Owner, The Way Law Firm, P.C.

2007 - 2010

Associate Attorney, The Deason Law Firm

2007 - 2007

Deputy District Attorney, Yuma County Attorneys Office - Civil Division

2005 - 2007

Deputy County Attorney - Criminal Division, Yuma County Attorney's Office

2004 - 2005

Attorney at Law (Tucson, AZ), Robert Michael Way, Esquire

Associations

2018 - Present

St. Thomas More Society of Southern Arizona

Member of Board of Directors

2015 - Present

Southern Arizona Estate Planning Council

Member

2013 - Present

Ninth (9th) Circuit Court of Appeals

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

Red Dragon Martial Arts - Shou Shu Kung Fu

Master's Level Instructor

2007 - Present

United States Tax Court

2007 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Arizona

2018 - 2020

Mary Undoer of Knots Foundation, an 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Corporation

Founder/Member of Board of Directors

2013 - 2016

Tucson Breakfast Lions

Member

2012 - 2013

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

past-president

2011 - 2015

Fatima Women's Center (Tucson, Arizona)

Board of Director

2011 - 2012

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Arizona Chapter)

President

2011 - 2014

Supreme Court of Arizona Disciplinary Panel

Hearing Panel Member

2010 - 2010

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Arizona chapter)

President-Elect

2010 - 2017

Arizona Department of Insurance

Life and Health Licensed

2009 - 2010

Yuma Endowment Project

Board Member

2009 - 2010

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Arizona chapter)

Board Member

2008 - 2016

United States Department of Veteran Affairs

2007 - 2010

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

Associate attorney member

2007 - 2008

Yuma County Bar Association, Yuma, AZ

President

2003 - 2010

Knights of Columbus, St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church, Yuma, AZ

Member

2001 - 2002

St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church

Director of Schola Cantorum Chant Choir

1997 - 1997

Orvieto Musica Festival, Orvieto, Italy

Violinist/Chamber ensembles and orchestra

1995 - 1997

University of San Diego Symphony

Concertmaster

1995 - 1997

University of San Diego Chamber Ensemble

First Chair Violinist

1985 - 2010

Moores Chinese Martial Arts, Yuma, AZ

Master Teacher (Shigung)

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Arizona vs. Todd West Reeder

Resulted in a statutory change to ARS 13-907

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Education

2001

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1993

Boston University - Tanglewood Institute of Music

None

Speaking Engagements

2023

State Bar of Arizona - St. Thomas More Society Breakfast

Catholic Estate Planning

2023

Napa Institute

Catholic Legacy and Estate Planning

2019

Continuing Legal Education

WHEN SILENCE COST YOU YOUR LIFE? Ethics & Law in a “Man for All Seasons”

2017

State Bar of Arizona 2017 Annual Convention

Talking with Culturally, Religious, and Diverse Clients about Disability and End-of-Life Decisions

2016

Phoenix Catholic Medical Association

Stealth Euthanasia in the Medicine

2016

Convocation for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2016

Convocation for Clergy

Planning Faithfully: Catholic Estate Planning

2015

Reachout Women's Center (Charity Dinner)

Legal Implications of Organ Trafficking

2014

Program Speaker

Guardianship: The Role of the Investigator

2012

St. Killian's Cafe open forum for students

Integrating your Catholic Faith into your Career

2012

Convocation of Clergy and Bishops

Catholic Estate Planning

2011

Tucson Catholic Physicians Guild, November 2011 meeting

Bioethics of End of Life Decisions

2011

Protecting your Wealth

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2011

Criminal Justice college course

Victim Rights under Arizona Law

2011

Arizona Non-Medical Home Care Association (AzNHA) Avoiding Financial Exploitation and Elder Abuse

2010

Yuma Area Elder Abuse Task Force

Estate Planning Scams and dealing with Funeral Homes

2010

Estate Planning Educational Seminar

Effect of the Arizona Trust Code on Estate Planning

2010

Criminal Law presentation

1983 Civil Rights Actions in Criminal Law

2010

6-Myths of Estate Planning

Probate and Estate Planning

N/A

Program Speaker

Guardianship: Emotion and Physical Effects on Families

Publications

2011

The New Vision of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson Your Faith is Part of Your Legacy

Languages

English

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