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Michael Andrew Fleishman

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  • Tucson, AZ
  • Licensed for 16 years
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About Michael

I am a Tucson, Arizona native (and married a native too). I am a graduate of the University of Arizona College of Law, and I have been practicing for the past fifteen years in Tucson, Marana, and Oro Valley. I served as an adjunct professor at the University of Arizona College of Law in 2018 and 2019 teaching Real Estate Finance. 

I handle matters in the following areas in Tucson, Oro Valley, and Marana: tax lien foreclosure; foreclosure defense; mortgage workouts; foreclosures; non-profit in-house counsel; business formation and litigation; business buy/sell; real estate litigation; real property litigation; insurance bad faith, and general personal injury plaintiff cases. 

If you are looking for insights on real estate, foreclosure, and land use topics in Tucson, Arizona, and nationally, take a look at my blog at www.azesquire.com.

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Practice areas

OtherLitigationPersonal injuryBusinessReal estate
  1. Real estate: 30%

    Tax lien foreclosure, real estate litigation, purchase contracts, non-disclosure litigation, drafting deeds, contract review, loan modifications, homeowner's association foreclosure, homeowner's association disputes, foreclosure defense, title review

    17 years

  2. Business: 25%

    Asset purchase agreements, operating agreements, stock purchase agreements, non-compete agreements, entity structuring, business in-house counsel, collections, litigation

    17 years

  3. Personal injury: 15%

    Automobile and bicycle accidents.

  4. Litigation: 15%

    Real estate, commercial, insurance, personal injury litigation.

    17 years

  1. Insurance: 10%

    Bad faith insurance litigation.

  2. Foreclosure: 5%

    17 years

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

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Contact

Fleishman Law, PLC

7090 North Oracle Road, Suite 178-255
Oro Valley & Marana
Tucson, AZ, 85704

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    COInactive200505/13/2021
    AZActive 200405/30/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers90
    Legal guides1
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Best Real Estate Attorneys in TucsonExpertise2020
    Consumer Choice AwardAvvo2017
    Consumer Choice AwardAvvo2016
    Sustaining MemberArizona's Finest Lawyers2015
    Consumer Choice AwardAvvo2015
    Consumer Choice AwardAvvo2014
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2012
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    OwnerFleishman Law, PLC2016 - Present
    AttorneyBreen Olson & Trenton, LLP2014 - 2016
    OwnerFleishman Law, PLC2008 - 2014
    AttorneyButler & Associates2006 - 2008
    AttorneyKarp Heurlin Weiss2005 - 2006
    AttorneyStubbs & Schubart2004 - 2005
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Pima County Bar AssociationMember2004 - Present
    University of Arizona College of LawAdjunct Professor2018 - 2019
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Washington University Journal of Law & PolicyLaw and the New Institutional Economics: Water Markets and Legal Change in California, 1987-20052008
    Arizona Journal of International and Comparative LawReciprocity Unmasked: The Role of the Mexican Government in Defense of Its Foreign Nationals United States Death Penalty Cases2004
    Arizona Law ReviewCase Note: Under the Influence of Necessity: State v. Fell2004
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Arizona College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2004
    University of Colorado - BoulderB.A.1994
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Pima County Bar AssociationDrones & Real Property2015
    KVOA Channel 4 - Nightly NewsReal Estate - Landlord/Tenant2015
    Pima County Bar AssociationThe National Mortgage Settlement - Where are we now?2012
    Pima County Bar AssociationBlown Modification – The Underbelly of Mortgage Loan Servicing2011
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Motor Vehicle - Personal Injury$700,000 settlement
    Insurance Bad Faith Settlement$850,000
    Motor Vehicle - Personal Injury$1.1M settlement

    Reviews

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    Quick and prompt

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    Mr. Fleishman responded in a very quick manner and helped me resolve my questions in very short time. I am very happy with the service he provided and will use him again.
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    Real estate, tax lien, treasures deed

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    Mr. Fleischman handled our case very professionally, to the point, efficiently and timely. There were no erronious or extrodinary fees. We are very pleased with his services.
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    Top notch service.

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    Mr. Fleishman went above and beyond in helping me with my issue. I would recommend him for any issues related to restate. His responses were very timely. Can't say enough good things about him.
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    Super easy to work with

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    Michael made it super easy to work with. He was super efficient and kept me informed of the process. I highly recommend him.
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    Excellent Tax Lien Attorney

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    This was the first tax lien that I purchased and subsequently foreclosed on and thus I had a lot of questions and concerns. Michael Fleishman was very professional, accommodating, detailed and attentive. All of my questions were answered and the process was smooth, efficient and affordable. It was a great experience and I definitely recommend using Michael Fleishman for any / all tax lien requirements.
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    Top Drawer Professional Service

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    In 2015 we decided to sell half ownership of our vacation home to another couple. Michael handled the legal work for this partnership and we was thorough and professional throughout the process. A couple of months ago we decided to sell our half the the property to our co-owners. The contract that Michel drafted for us in 2015 facilitated a very smooth transfer of ownership. In addition, Michael handled the legal work, for this transfer including warranty deed, affidavit of value and recording. in both of these experiences working with Michael we found him to be the consummate professional and his fees were very reasonable! Plus he's a truly nice guy! My wife and I would recommend him for legal service without reservation!
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    Fast resolution

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    I reached out to Michael for help with a Quiet Title, as there was a lien on my property that my mortgage company failed to release when I refinanced. Unfortunately, the mortgage company GMAC had failed/gone out of business in 2013. I tried reaching out to all the banks that bought out GMAC for assistance and they all replied that my loan was not part of their purchase. I reached out to the FDIC for help on a lien release, but GMAC was not a bank they backed so they were not able to help. I finally filed a complaint with the CFPB, and they were not able to help either. The banks I reached out to and the FDIC advised me to do a Quiet Title to get the lien released. That's when I contacted Michael. Michael was able to resolve the issue in 3 phone calls and in 2 weeks! Michael said he wanted to exhaust all avenues before we actually filed a suit to do the Quiet Title. He looked into our Title Policy and used his contacts he had with Fidelity Title to get assistance. Because Fidelity Title had sold a title policy in one of my refinances, they were able to remove the lien. But it was Michael who contacted their Chief Title Officer to get this resolved. I highly recommend Michael and will continue to rely on him for any future needs!
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    False Statements on Real Estate Disclosure Statement

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    Mr. Fleishman resolved my real estate issues that I have been dealing with for over two years. His expertise and ethical service, resolved my issue quickly and with a favorable settlement. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. - Retired U.S. Army Veteran
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    Outstanding service

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    I hired Mr. Fleishman for a unique real estate transaction. It definitely wasn’t your everyday exchange and it presented challenges that aren’t normally synonymous with real estate transactions. When he was unsure of something, outside his legal parameters, he sought counsel to ensure everything was done correctly. He responded timely, often within minutes, and sometimes well outside normal business hours. He took the time to answer all questions with clear answers I could understand. He runs his own show and he runs it well. You can tell he not only cares about his business, but his clients interests as well. If you’re considering legal services in Tucson, I HIGHLY recommend you consult with him. He’s very straight forward and he’ll be honest on whether he thinks his services will help. At the very least I believe he’ll point you in the right direction. For me, his services were invaluable.
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    Honest and Helpful

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    Michael was so helpful in resolving our issues. He used our time wisely and was honest and kind through the whole process. In a situation where we felt incredibly stressed and anxious, Michael helped alleviate a lot of pressure and find a resolution.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Ned Garn, Litigation Attorney on Apr 23, 2020
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I met Mike about 15 years ago when our firms were in the same building and we often consulted each other. Those discussions evolved in working together on several matters. Mike is hard-working and genuinely concerned about his clients. I don't know any other practicing lawyer who spends more time thinking about being ethical (in and out of the legal arena). He brings a can-do creative attitude to handling difficult cases.

    Justin Castillo, Real estate Attorney on Apr 22, 2020
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Over the years, Michael and I have served as either as counsel for co-defendants or in representing adverse parties. I enjoy practicing with him, as he is goal-oriented and works on finding solutions. He is smart, articulate, creative, and is an effective communicator. He has a talent for boiling legal concepts down into plain English (an invaluable skill in my opinion) and is an effective advocate for his clients. I recommend Michael for anyone who needs help navigating real estate law.

    Todd Jarvis, Business Attorney on Mar 27, 2015
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I would not hesitate to recommend Mike to anyone who wants a experienced, knowledgeable, and sincere advocate or counselor. His passion for entrepreneurship drives him to do an extraordinary job guiding business clients through the many issues that come up when considering a new venture.

    Jeffrey Brei, Real estate Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Mike and I have opposed one another on legal matters for our clients on several occasions. Mike knows the law very well and is an excellent advocate for his clients!

    Patricia Breen, Litigation Attorney on Jan 29, 2015
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I highly recommend Michael. He has a pragmatic outlook on matters so you know you will always be getting the real facts from him. He is always striving to meet the client’s objectives while balancing any external factors encountered in the particular matter. Mike has a successful practice in tax lien litigation and is the go to person for such matters. He also manages two tax lien investment funds. Michael would be a valuable asset to have on your side in any general business matter, a business dispute, commercial litigation, or motor-vehicle injury case.

    Brian Longenbaugh, Real estate Attorney on Nov 14, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Michael is knowledgeable in a broad array of real estate issues. He is also a creative and practical problem-solver.

    Gary Cohen, Real estate Attorney on Aug 30, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mike is a hardworking lawyer that pays attention to detail in obtaining the best result possible for his clients at a fair price. He is extremely knowledgeable in business and real estate matters.

    Leighton Rockafellow, Business Attorney on Aug 25, 2014
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a very thorough and very ethical attorney. I have enjoyed working with him.

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