Sheldon Lazarow

Sheldon Lazarow

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 49 years

Tax Lawyer at Tucson, AZ
Practice Areas: Tax, Estate Planning, Corporate & Incorporation

25 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ

About Sheldon

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Tax 75%

Representation before the Internal Revenue Service and Arizona Department of Revenue for resolution of individual and business tax debts and audits. Representation in U.S. Tax Court, other Federal Courts and Arizona State Courts. Tax Plans to obtain future benefit and lower taxes under the Internal Revenu Code.

50 years | 2,250 cases

75%
Estate Planning 20%

Wills and Trusts individually crafted to benefit families, parents, business owners, and others to protect their estates while living and to plan for succession of their estates upon death.

49 years

20%
Corporate and Incorporation 5%

Forming of business entities inclucing corporations and Limited Liability Companies in relation to the resolution of tax problems and obtaining future tax savings under the Internal Revenue Code.

49 years | 1,000 cases

5%

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 49 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1976

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 48 years

State: California

Acquired: 1977

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Sheldon Lazarow

25 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85705

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Sheldon Lazarow's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

5 star (31)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Sue | August 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely The Best

Mr. Lazaro and his assistant Lori Gray are the best. When I first consulted with them I was nervous and scared, they are both kind and compassionate and put me at ease. Mr. Lazarow resolved an over $100,000 tax debt for me. I never had to interact with the IRS. I now have to pay the IRS only a little... over $2000. His fees are reasonable, fair and manageable. I would highly recommend this team to anyone having any tax issues!

Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest and upfront

We used S. Lazarow for some IRS debt. The whole process is a lengthy one but we were kept in the loop the entire time. Lori his go to person was very easy to work with and made the process easier. IRS debt is a stressfull situation and they were top notch at handling it and keeping us calm while goin...g through it. If we ever need any services again, this will be the firm we use. They also helped us with a CPA recommendation that has worked out very well also.

Posted by Rosalie | October 4, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Treats A Person With Dignity No Matter the Circumstances

I went to Mr. Lazarow recently having worked with him many, many years ago. I didn't know who else to turn to. Lori Gray facilitated my opportunity to meet with him. Although I had unenviable circumstances, Mr. Lazarow treated me with dignity and professionalism. He spent time explaining a plan to wo...rk through my mess. I will forever be grateful for the time he gave me. I highly recommend him. His experience is impressive. He is an outstanding critical thinker, which everyone who needs a lawyer should look for in a tax attorney. Thank you, Mr. Lazarow and Lori Gray!

Posted by Tracie | October 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

IRS - Taxes Owed

My husband and I contacted the Lazarow Law Firm last year to request a consult about back taxes and collection efforts that were already in progress by the IRS. Lori Gray immediately called us back to discuss the facts and we had an appointment with Mr. Lazarow the same week. It was clear within th...e first five minutes of the meeting that Mr. Lazarow was an extremely efficient, skilled and practical attorney. In addition to having a high level skill set, Mr. Lazarow (and Ms. Gray) were compassionate, kind, non-judgmental and reassuring. We hired Mr. Lazarow on the spot. The law firm took over from that point and all communication with the IRS was done by their office. They kept us informed along the way and constantly reassured us that we could go back to our normal life. Mr. Lazarow resolved our issues within 3 months and got us a more favorable result than we could ever have imagined. Mr. Lazarow's experience, knowledge of the IRS rules and how the agency works is invaluable. The fees are so reasonable and worth every penny- plus some! Highly recommend the Lazarow Law Firm. Simply the best out there. Thank you!

Posted by Frankie | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

State and IRS

We had business tax problems with state, and IRS and that also want into our own personal taxes. Needless to say we were not sleeping at night. We tried to deal with both agencies ourselves ( Huge Mistake) and even hire a company we seen on TV and still did not receive resolution to our problems. ( T...hreats from these agencies are relentless, liens, attached bank accounts, etc ) Things were a nightmare. When we hired a CPA for our business she recommended Mr. Lazaro's law firm. We called and made a appointment and explained our problems to him. Mr. Lazarow had a very calming, and understanding demeanor and explained everything he could do to help us. Once we hire him he took complete control of our nightmare. I remember him telling wife and I to please go home and back to our normal lives and leave the worrying to him. From that day forward all the phones calls and threats from these agencies stopped. We never dealt with them personally again. Ms. Lori his paralegal was amazing and also had a very calming and delightful demeanor. Lori was beyond helpful in staying in touch with us to make sure we were not being troubled by the agencies and helped us gathered any records we needed for Mr. Lazarow. She deserved 5 stars herself. Then the phone call arrived from Mr. Lazarow that he has resolved our issues with the state and the IRS. Words alone fail me in expressing our happiness that, that part of our lives was behind us. That night we went to sleep smiling and woke up smiling. If you have tax issues please help yourself by contacting Mr. Lazaro's office. You will be so happy you did. If I could give him 10 stars I would, he earned them.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, ALM/Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, ALM/Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, ALM/Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1996

AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1995

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1974

American Jurisprudence, McGeorge School of Law/West Pub.

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Member/Attorney, Lazarow Law Firm, P.L.C.

1976 - 2006

Partner/Attorney, Lazarow and Lazarow, P.C.

Associations

2023 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2012 - Present

American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS)

2011 - Present

Associaton for Conflict Resolution (ACR)

1976 - Present

American Bar Association

1988 - 1989

Handmaker Jewish Geriatric Center

Member Board of Trustees, 1988-1989

1982 - 2002

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

President-1989, Vice-President-1988, Board Member-1982-2002

1980 - 1984

March of Dimes-Southern Arizona Chapter

Vice Chair.,1982, Chairman, 1983-84, So. Ariz. March of Dimes.

1977 - 2005

American Trial Lawyers Association

Arizona Delegate Member National Board of Governors,1990-1991

Sample of Legal Cases

Yslava v. Hughes Aircraft Company

Settled for undisclosable sum

Thousands of Tax Debt and Audit cases successfully handled

Settled for $271

Gray, M.D. v. Philip Morris USA Inc., R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co., et al

Settled (Undisclosable)

Nelson v. Metropolitan Life Ins. Co.

Settled for undisclosable sum

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Education

1976

McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific

J.D.- Juris Doctorate

1970

Univ of Arizona

B.A.-Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2002

Seminar-Panel Member

Mass Environmental Litigation

1997

New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association Conference

Federal Torts Claims Act

1993

Seminar

Insurance Bad Faith Litigation

1992

Seminar

Handling Cases Under theFederal Torts Claims Act

1990

Peoples Law School

Personal Injury Law

1988

Seminar

Handling the Medical Malpractice Case

Languages

English

Activity

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